Below is the transcript of press release from Rosboronexport regarding participating at LIMA 2011:
Rosoboronexport at LIMA 2011
(Source: Rosoboronexport; issued December 2, 2011)
Rosoboronexport, JSC is expected to put up a magnificent performance at LIMA 2011 exhibition in Langkawi, Malaysia on December 6-10, bringing cutting edge Russian weapons and materiel to the show.
The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace has been held since 1991. Today it’s one of the most important arms exhibitions in the region. With the role of Asian-Pacific countries in international affairs growing dramatically over the past years, defense and security issues rise high on their national agendas as far as sustainable peace and development are concerned. Noteworthy, Russia played one of the key parts in making LIMA really popular and influential.
“South-East Asia is a very important market for us, as it accounts for a significant part of total sales by Rosoboronexport. Despite tight rivalry, we plan to expand our cooperation with the countries in this region. And not only in export of final products: we are discussing opportunities to launch joint weapon development projects, organize license production and establish maintenance and service centers here,” said Rosoboronexport’s deputy Director General Viktor Komardin, who led the company delegation at LIMA 2011.
Russia has good interaction almost with all nations in the region, working closely with traditional partners and those who have indicated their interest in establishing defense technology ties with Russia for the first time, e.g. Brunei, Cambodia, Nepal and the Philippines.
Russia’s part of the exhibition devoted to aviation has traditionally been one of the most remarkable at the LIMA show. This year Rosoboronexport opted for a digital format of presentations, laying stakes on interactive capabilities of modern multimedia technologies. For instance, performance of MiG-29M multi-role fighter and Mi-28NE and Ka-52 attack helicopters will be demonstrated in this manner: simulated 3D videos give a comprehensive picture of their combat capabilities.
In addition, Su-30MKM and MiG-29N fighters of the Malaysian Air Force will show their capabilities during flying display. Sukhoi’s Su-30MK fighters of various modifications are quite popular in the region. They are in service with the armed forces of Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Malaysia and China.
“This is a very good aircraft, and we believe it still has quite high export potential. It meets all modern requirements and offers huge opportunities for upgrade. For instance, we are looking forward to Malaysian Defense Ministry’s tender for a batch of new multirole fighters, as we are sure that our bid will have very good chances to win. Trying to keep up with the latest trends on the arms market, we are willing to make an interesting offset proposal,” Mr. Komardin pointed out.
By the way, Russian offset proposals will be announced during the show, and in addition to Sukhoi maintenance and repair projects, will include localization of the components in the field of civil aviation, as well as transfer of different industrial technologies.
Specialists also expect increased attention to Russian air defense systems. The experience of recent conflicts shows that an effective air defense is vital for the national security of any country.
South-East Asia is also one of the key markets for Russian helicopter manufactures. Rosoboronexport offers all types of helicopters that can operate in difficult climatic conditions and are much superior to rivals in terms of cost-effectiveness.
Most of the countries in the region have long coast border, that’s why protection of their 200-mile economic zone becomes one of top priorities. Rosoboronexport offers ships and submarines to achieve this goal and meet other national policy interests. In addition, Russia boasts modern technologies to deploy an integrated maritime and boarder control system which can include unique over-the-horizon radar Podsolnukh-E.
Guests of the exhibition will receive full information about the following aircraft, naval and air defense systems, if they come to the Rosoboronexport stand:
Aircraft: Su-30MKM, Su-30MK2, MiG-35, MiG-29M, MiG-29SMT multirole fighters, Yak-130 combat trainer, Be-200 amphibian, Il-76MD transport plane;
Helicopters: Mi-171Sh utility helicopter, Mi-28NE and Ka-52 attack helicopters, Ka-226T and Ka-32 multi-purpose helicopters, Mi-26T2 heavy transport, and Ka-31 scout.
Air defense systems: Antey-2500, Buk-M2E, Tor-M2E SAM systems, Pantsyr-S1 air defense missile and gun system, Igla-S man-portable air defense system, Protivnik-GE and Nebo-SVU radars.
Naval systems: Amur-1650 and Project 636 diesel-electric submarines, Gepard 3.9 frigate, Project 20382 Tigr corvette, Tornado small missile (artillery) ship, Murena-E air-cushion landing boat, and Svetlyak, Sobol, Mirazh, Mangust and A106 patrol boats.
In addition, visitors will be able to familiarize themselves with a broad range of air launched weapons, shipborne weapons, unmanned aerial vehicles.
In the spotlight:
-- Yak-130.
An outstanding pilot training tool, the aircraft is also effective as a light fighter jet. It is very economical and features superb safety, let alone its capability to simulate flying performance of a whole bunch of modern fighters. Both cockpits of the aircraft are full-glass, with HOTAS controls.
-- Ka-226T.
This multi-role helicopter boasts characteristics, unique for its class, including the service ceiling of 5,500 meters with the maximal takeoff weight of 3,600 kg. Another feature is the capability to accommodate various payload modules, which make the chopper equally effective in medevac, SAR and firefighting roles without compromising its flight performance.
-- Buk-M2E.
A battery of such SAM systems can engage up to 24 targets at once, incoming from any directions at ranges from 3 to 45-50 km and at altitudes from 15 m to 25 km under conditions of aggressive enemy countermeasures and fires. The main difference between the upgraded version and its predecessor Buk-M1 is the phased array of the target acquisition radar, which increased the system’s attack capability fourfold.
-- Pantsyr-S1.
The combination of missiles and guns allows engaging targets continuously at ranges from 200 m out to 20 km and altitudes from 5 m to 15 km. A battery of six combat vehicles can simultaneously attack up to 24 targets with missiles flying at a speed of 1,300 m/s. The system owes its remarkable countermeasure immunity and survivability to a cutting-edge multimode adaptive radar and optical fire control system.
-- Amur-1650.
The sound field of Amur-1650 is far smaller than that of the Kilo class submarines, renowned for their low noise. Owing to the new generation sonar, the sub detects enemy at long range, while remaining invisible for him. It can destroy sea and coastal targets at 275 km with its unique Club missiles, featuring a capability to launch the cruise missiles at single and group targets in a salvo.
-- Gepard 3.9.
The frigate is built using stealth technologies and boasts outstanding seagoing qualities and survivability. The baseline version is armed with Uran-E antiship missiles with an effective range of 130 km, a standard AK-176M gun and an advanced Palma gun/missile air defense system. The antisubmarine weapons include two twin-barrel 533-mm torpedo launchers. The ship can also carry a 12-ton helicopter.
