The FN-6 (FeiNu-6) is a Chinese third-generation MANPADS designed by China National Precision Machinery Import and Export Corporation (CNPMIEC). It’s one of the most modern portable air-defense systems used by several countries, including reports suggesting Cambodia has some FN-6 units through Chinese military aid.
FN-6 Key Specs
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Type: Infrared homing MANPADS
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Range: 500 m – 6 km
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Altitude: Up to 3.8–4 km
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Missile Speed: ~600 m/s
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Seeker: Passive IR, with better countermeasure resistance than older systems
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Weight: ~16 kg launch tube, ~11 kg missile
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Warhead: ~1.15 kg HE-fragmentation
Capabilities
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Targets low-flying aircraft and helicopters (e.g., attack helos, transport planes).
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Can engage subsonic jets during approach/departure at low altitude.
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Resistant to some flares and heat countermeasures, more advanced than older SA-7/HN-5.
Cambodia & FN-6
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Cambodia reportedly received a small number of FN-6 units via Chinese military assistance in recent years (unconfirmed estimates: dozens of launchers).
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Deployment likely focuses on border defense and key installations.
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Cambodia does not have integrated radar-based SAM systems, so FN-6 is its most modern air-defense weapon.
