Is EQ2050 HMMWV going to replace the BJ2020S series light utility vehicles? Or is the replacement the BJ2020 follow-on ( )? I'm confused, why would they need two kinds of vehicles that could perform the same roles? Is the SQF2040 in service as air-defence, or is it still a prototype?
I'm thinking the follow-on will replace them, while the EQ2050 has more potential as a light combat vehicle for special forces, used in the same way as the FAV or the all-terrain vehicle. If the QL550 light armoured vehicle goes into service, it should act as a convoy escort or APC for the airborne. Although it has the potential for special forces, it seems too heavy, which would make the EQ2050 HMMWV a better choice. The ZFB05 XinXing seems to be made only as an APC for the PAP that can travel well in urban areas, because I see no role for it in the PLA, since the light armored APC role is already covered by the QL550.
It seems like all the vehicles can cover the roles of others, but they are specialized in specific tasks, so each cannot be dismissed just because its role is already filled.
I'm thinking the follow-on will replace them, while the EQ2050 has more potential as a light combat vehicle for special forces, used in the same way as the FAV or the all-terrain vehicle. If the QL550 light armoured vehicle goes into service, it should act as a convoy escort or APC for the airborne. Although it has the potential for special forces, it seems too heavy, which would make the EQ2050 HMMWV a better choice. The ZFB05 XinXing seems to be made only as an APC for the PAP that can travel well in urban areas, because I see no role for it in the PLA, since the light armored APC role is already covered by the QL550.
It seems like all the vehicles can cover the roles of others, but they are specialized in specific tasks, so each cannot be dismissed just because its role is already filled.
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