China Hurricane 3000 Microwave Weapon: New 3km Range Challenges US Tech
China's Norinco reveals the Hurricane 3000 microwave weapon, featuring a 3km range that outpaces US systems for intercepting drone swarms and UAVs.
A 3km dead zone for drones has arrived. China just revealed details of its most powerful high-power microwave (HPM) system, claiming a longer effective range than its US Army equivalents.
Hurricane 3000 Microwave Weapon: Technical Edge and Range
State-owned defense contractor Norinco has disclosed the capabilities of the Hurricane 3000, a truck-mounted weapon designed to incinerate the electronics of drone swarms. According to a report from the South China Morning Post, the system’s effective interception range exceeds 3km (approximately 1.86 miles) against light and small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Yu Jianjun, an expert at Norinco, stated in an interview with Guancha that the system marks a transition from simple point defense to broader "area denial." The Hurricane 3000 isn't just a standalone unit; it's designed to network with laser weapons and traditional artillery to form an "iron triangle" against aerial threats.
The Strategic Shift in Electronic Warfare
First showcased during a military parade in September 2025, the reveal of these technical specifics on January 7, 2026, signals China's confidence in its directed-energy capabilities. Unlike lasers, which target individual drones with precision, microwave weapons emit a wide cone of energy, making them ideal for countering the "swarm" tactics that have defined recent global conflicts.
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