Xian H-20 Bomber

Manufacturer: Xian Aircraft Industrial Corporation
Category: Bombers & Strategic Aircraft
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Maximum Speed Mach 0.95 (est.)
Range 8,500 km (est.)
Payload Capacity 45,000 lb (20,400 kg)
Crew 2

Full Specifications

1. General Information

Name	Xian H-20
Manufacturer	Xian Aircraft Industrial Corporation
Country of Origin	China
Introduction / In Service Since	Not yet in service
Status	Under development
Category	Strategic Stealth Bomber
Crew	2
Unit Cost	$750 million–$1 billion (estimated)

2. Dimensions & Structure

Length	Approx. 20–25 m
Wingspan	45–50 m
Height	6 m (estimated)
Wing Area	Classified
Empty Weight	~80,000 kg (estimated)
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)	~200,000 kg (estimated)

3. Performance

Maximum Speed	Mach 0.95
Range	8,500 km
Combat Radius	4,000+ km
Service Ceiling	15,000 m
Rate of Climb	Classified

4. Powerplant

Engine Type	4 × WS-10 or WS-18 turbofans (expected)
Thrust (per engine)	~13,000–15,000 kgf
Total Thrust	~60,000 kgf

5. Payload & Armament

Internal Payload Capacity	45,000 lb (20,400 kg)
Weapons Bay	Dual internal bays
Compatible Weapons	Nuclear bombs, cruise missiles, precision-guided munitions
Hardpoints	Internal only (stealth design)

6. Avionics & Systems

Radar System	AESA stealth radar
Navigation	Satellite + inertial navigation
Electronic Warfare (EW)	Integrated ECM/ECCM suite
Stealth Features	Radar-absorbing materials, flying wing design, infrared suppression

7. Operational History

Primary Operator	People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF)
Conflict Usage	None (pre-operational)
Notable Missions	None yet reported

8. Additional Information

Variants	None known
Successor / Future Replacement	Future heavy stealth bomber
Notable Features	Long-range stealth strike, nuclear capability
Estimated Operational Life	30–40 years

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

9.2

Stealth Capability 10 / 10
Payload Capacity 9 / 10
Range & Endurance 10 / 10
Electronic Warfare 9 / 10
Maintenance Efficiency 8 / 10

PROS

Stealth flying-wing configuration reduces radar detection.
Long-range strike capability exceeding 8,000 km.
Nuclear and conventional payload flexibility.
Advanced avionics and AI-assisted mission systems.
Strengthens China’s long-range deterrence capability.

CONS

Limited operational data and unknown combat readiness.
Likely high production and maintenance costs.
Dependence on domestic engine technology.
Potential vulnerabilities to satellite tracking.
Restricted availability of accurate technical specifications.

Xian H-20 Stealth Bomber: China’s Next-Gen Strategic Strike Aircraft

The Xian H-20 represents a major leap in China’s strategic bomber fleet, marking the nation’s entry into the stealth bomber era. Developed by Xian Aircraft Industrial Corporation, the H-20 is designed to rival the U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit and the upcoming B-21 Raider. As part of China’s modernization efforts, the H-20 aims to provide the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) with long-range, stealthy, and nuclear-capable strike capability, allowing it to reach targets far beyond the Asia-Pacific region.

The bomber is expected to feature a flying wing design, low radar cross-section, and advanced composite materials to maximize stealth performance. Reports suggest an operational range of up to 8,500 km, enabling deep-penetration missions against high-value targets without aerial refueling. The H-20 is believed to cruise at subsonic speeds but carry a significant payload of over 45,000 pounds, including both nuclear and conventional precision-guided munitions.

Technological highlights include AI-assisted mission systems, active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, electronic warfare (EW) suites, and an integrated data fusion cockpit. With China’s growing emphasis on anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) strategies, the H-20 will play a pivotal role in power projection across the Indo-Pacific and potentially beyond.

Xian H-20 Price in US

While the exact H-20 bomber price remains undisclosed, estimates place the cost per unit between $750 million and $1 billion, aligning it with U.S. stealth bombers like the B-2 Spirit and B-21 Raider. This reflects the extensive stealth technology, composite materials, and advanced avionics integrated into its design.

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