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Missile ForcesChina

HQ-16 (SA-16)

6x6 medium-range surface-to-air missile systemFielded 2011Pending verification
Missile ForcesCHN
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Fact cardConfidence · Source
System
Type6x6 medium-range surface-to-air missile system
Date of introduction2011
ProliferationAt least 2 countries
ManufacturerChina Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation (CPMIEC)Med[1]
Configuration6 x 6Med[1]
Flight performance
ChassisHigh mobility wheeled truck based upon the Taian TA5350Med[1]
EngineDeutz BF6M1015Med[1]
Thrust / power250 hpMed[1]
Protection
Armor HullProtection from small arms fire and projectile splintersMed[1]
NBC ProtectionYesMed[1]
Fire control
GuidanceInertial navigation, radio mid-course updates, semi-active terminal homing; Fire control and guidance can be provided for up to eight missiles.Med[1]
Fire control / radarSearch Radar Guidance Vehicle; Tracking-and-Guidance Radar Vehicle; The tracking-and-guidance radar provides target acquisition, tracking and identification of target types.Med[1]
Variants
HQ-16AAn improved version that uses an improved missile with slightly better performance.[1]
HQ-16BA 70-km range version of the HQ-16 has been developed by the China Academy of Defense Technology (CASIC), according to IHS Jane's Defence Weekly(Sept. 7, 2016). Development of this variant reportedly began in 2005. The HQ-16B title is a Western designation.[1]
HQ-16FThe HQ-16F is a new, long‑range variant of China’s HQ‑16 medium‑range surface‑to‑air missile family, reportedly stretching the system’s reach to around 160 km (about 100 miles) and forming a key part of China’s newer air‑defense deployments near Taiwan.[1]
LY-80An export version of the HQ-16A.[1]
HHQ-16 (Red Sea 16)This is the naval variant installed on China’s Type 054A JIANGKAI II-class frigates. The missile can reportedly intercept sea-skimming missiles flying less than 30 ft (10 m) above the surface of the ocean.[1]
Weapons and payload options · 2Confidence · Source
Transporter-Erector-Launcher on a 6 x 6 chassis with cold-launch vertiArmament
Med[1]
INA. It is reported that the missile is very similar to the 9M38 MissiSurface-to-air missile
Med[1]
Type
Surface-to-air missile
Guidance
inertial navigation, radio mid-course updates, semi-active terminal homing
Warhead
HE-Frag
Warhead weight
70 kg
Length
5 m
Summary

The HQ-16 (SA-16) Chinese 6x6 Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile System is a Chinese-made, medium-range, surface-to-air missile system that was introduced in the Chinese armed forces in September 2011. The HQ-16 is produced by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC).

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Sources
  1. HQ-16 (SA-16) Chinese 6x6 Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile System, U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-06-09 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
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  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import