Back in 1978, I was admitted to Northwestern Polytechnical University.

Chapter 321 The Old Russian Behind the Camel Wants

In later generations, Xu Tuo's fate was tragic. A perfectly good country was dismembered by the conspiracy of the Davids, all its industries were destroyed, and its people were displaced. However, Qin Liang could only sigh at most. As the saying goes, there is always a reason why someone is pitiful.

When they chanted slogans demanding the departure of the so-called dictatorial rulers, did they ever consider that they wouldn't even get a free slice of the pie, and that the new rulers who entered the capital would turn their swords against them? When they accepted the West's deception and became tools in the West's hands, they had to be prepared to be used and then discarded.

As for now, Syria's strength is still very strong. After all, the Soviet Union behind it is still a behemoth. Syria's real backer is the Soviet Union. We don't need to open our hearts to them. For us, this is just a business deal. Under the premise of business, we will help if we can.

After Qin Liang finished speaking, the Xu Tuo people opposite him fell silent.

This statement is very hurtful: "What kind of war can you fight if you don't have money?"

"Excuse me, is there... a cheaper way?" Kadura asked again.

Cheap? Qin Liang's attitude was very serious: "Of course, we do. We're friends, after all. Even if you don't buy any equipment from us, we'll still provide you with all sorts of helpful suggestions. There really is a way to save money when dealing with David's Air Force."

"Please speak!" The Xu Tuo on the other side was clearly excited.

"Destroy David's Eagle on the runway! Before they can bomb you, deploy all your forces for a comprehensive bombardment of David's Eagle. Considering the weakness of your air force, the first wave of attacks should ideally use ballistic missiles..."

Even if the Davidians later developed ballistic missile defense systems, it would be useless. As long as they launched enough missiles to break through the enemy's defenses, they could inflict devastating damage on David's cities.

Of course, what the higher-ups at Langtuo were thinking was unknown. They just fired a few missiles at the city. Power plants, factories, airports, and so on were not their targets. It was as if they had no intention of actually destroying the David's Eagle and even allowed it to fly over and bomb them.

Now, the best way for Syria to take down David's Eagle is also to use ballistic missiles!

David's territory is long and narrow with almost no strategic depth, and currently, it has no anti-missile means. Even with just Scud missiles, it could blow David's northern base to smithereens!

"Our missiles... don't have enough range."

"You can learn from the Soviet Union. You can also modify the Scud missiles to double their range, enough to cover the entire territory of David," Qin Liang said. "Moreover, since you have such a good relationship with the Soviet Union, you can import some more advanced missiles. Once the missiles are launched, as long as the David's Eagle cannot take off, your air force can fly over and blow their planes to smithereens with bombs."

The Syrta people had complicated expressions. Clearly, this proposal would be difficult for them to implement! After all, the later air battles in the Bekaa Valley were concentrated in this area, and the Syrta people seemed to have never considered taking the initiative to attack the enemy.

"Are there... any other ways?"

Qin Liang looked up at the ceiling helplessly. Had the several Middle East wars terrified these guys? They didn't even dare to launch an offensive anymore? Didn't they know that when dealing with the Davids, you had to cripple them once and for all? Otherwise, it would never end!

"There are other methods as well."

"please say."

"Your air defense missiles are almost all Soviet-made. You can import a batch of brand-new air defense missile systems from us and deploy them next to your SAM-6 missile sites. Once these missiles are destroyed, the Davidians will think they are safe. Then, we can use our missiles to launch a surprise attack on the Davidians..."

Our own land-based medium-range air defense missile system has been developed. This version with an active radar seeker is definitely not exportable. However, by simplifying it and installing the previous export version of the Lightning-10 missile, and adding a continuous wave illuminator, there will be no problem exporting this air defense system.

Anti-aircraft missiles are always passive; bombing enemy airfields is the active way!
"You also have a brand new air defense missile system? Can we... take a look?" Mosharak was intrigued.

These guys are still dreaming about how the SAM-6 missile shot down a large number of David Eagles back then!
"Of course, our air defense missile system is currently undergoing testing at the Northwest test range. If you are interested, you can come and take a look at it anytime."

"Okay, then we'll go tomorrow! By the way, let's get back to our previous topic. We'd like to purchase five Super-7 fighter jets from you..."

After saying so much, I almost forgot their purpose this time.

"This quantity... is too small; we simply can't schedule production," Manager Liu said. "Currently, we're only accepting orders for fifty or more aircraft, and even that's already booked until the year after next. Each aircraft costs twelve million US dollars..."

Are you kidding me? Five? We don't do that kind of small business at all!
Manager Liu left the meeting room with a complicated expression.

"Liangzi, what exactly are these Xu Tuo people thinking?"

"Them? I don't know. I never use my clever mind to try and figure out what idiots are thinking."

Manager Liu smiled wryly. Qin Liang's words...

"Aren't fools easier to fool?"

Upon hearing the voice, Qin Liang turned his head curiously and saw a familiar face.

"Old Lin?"

"Well, I'm here to report on my work, and I just happen to run into you guys. Come on, let's go have a few drinks..."

"Mr. Lin, I..."

"Let's go! Let's chat while we're at it!"

Ministry canteen.

Glug glug... The Moutai was poured into the glass in front of him, and immediately, the aroma of the liquor filled the air. It has to be said that Qin Liang was a little tempted. Good liquor is good liquor.

"Hey Liangzi, clear your throat first. Old Liu, make yourself at home."

Manager Liu smiled ingratiatingly. He knew, of course, that he was able to sit at the same table for dinner because of Qin Liang. He was just joining in the conversation between Old Lin and Qin Liang.

"Yes, Mr. Lin, don't worry about me."

After downing a glass of wine, Qin Liang asked, "Old Lin, what's the matter? Please just say it."

"It's nothing, I just heard that a war is about to break out in Xutuo?"

"Yes, after four Middle East wars, the surrounding Arab countries were terrified. They were a disorganized mess and their people were not united. The Davids had the support of the Western world, so they fought without any scruples. They had long been disgusted with the PLO, which was hiding in Lebanon, and this time they planned to dismantle the PLO."

"Well, let's ignore that. Do you think if fighting breaks out again in the Bekaa Valley, the SAM-6 missiles will be wiped out?"

“That’s right. David is vindictive. He suffered a loss last time, so of course he’ll get his revenge this time.” Qin Liang nodded. “With Soviet-style equipment, Xu Tuo is bound to be utterly defeated.”

"So, you're trying to sell early warning aircraft to Syria?"

"Yes, Professor Lin, Northwestern Polytechnical University's technology is developing very rapidly. The Air Force's future early warning aircraft will switch to active phased array radar systems, and the current version using planar slotted antennas will become outdated. It's a good opportunity to sell them and make money..."

"Active phased array?"

"That's right, it will still be a mushroom-shaped display, but it won't need to rotate, the scanning will be faster, and the target refresh rate will be much faster..."

Old Lin looked at Qin Liang with a complicated expression: "If Xu Tuo buys our equipment, then the Russians will definitely be able to get their hands on it too. Aren't you afraid that the Russians will copy it?"

"They can't copy it, Europeans can't make it, let alone the Russians. They can only buy our equipment in its entirety. At that time, what kind of backdoor should we leave in the equipment we export to them?"

A light appeared in Old Lin's eyes.

"If they only purchase radar equipment, we can strategically reserve some areas that are vulnerable to jamming. Once our jammers are activated, their radar will be filled with static. If we also provide data links, we can even infiltrate their data link system. At that point, all their actions will be transparent to us!"

Old Lin's eyes shone brightly: "Hmm, if that's the case, we can accept it, but... are you sure the Russians will come to buy our equipment?"

"How would I know? I'm not a mind reader. But... it's no secret that the Russians have outdated electronics technology."

Putting aside other issues, the Russian Su-27 fighter jet is probably suffering from the failure of its planned radar project, which has increased the weight of the nose, forcing it to drill holes throughout the fuselage to reduce weight.

"Liangzi, tell me the truth, are you deliberately trying to attract the Russians by promoting the early warning aircraft project?"

"No, no, of course not, Mr. Lin, I don't have that many schemes."

"No? I've noticed you've always been wary of the West, and you even want to develop relations with the Russians. Are you trying to have your cake and eat it too?" Qin Liang thought for a moment and then said, "Old Lin, do you remember that large arsenal plan from before?"

"of course."

"At that time, the West wanted to drag us onto the war machine and sow discord between us and Russia. Of course, we wouldn't fall for it. For us, the best option was to maintain good relations with both the East and the West, ease the external situation, and develop our economy..."

Qin Liang admitted it! But Old Lin remained silent. A senior student from Northwestern Polytechnical University was discussing with him the positioning and strategic layout of the East!

He had just attended a meeting where these were the topics discussed. Through the Xu Tuo, he was sending a goodwill signal to the Russians: if we want to develop, we need a stable external environment!

After finishing their day's work, the visitors from Xutuo did not stay at the Jianguo Hotel, but instead checked into their embassy, ​​where someone was already waiting for them.

"So, has the Super-7 fighter jet been procured yet?"

"Mr. Khachalov, the Easterners are demanding an order for fifty aircraft before they'll start production..."

Khachalov's face darkened. They just wanted to buy a few, do some research, but buy fifty at once? What a joke!
and many more!

"What did you say? Easterners are trying to sell you early warning aircraft?"

"That's right, it's the same model as the early warning aircraft currently equipped by the Eastern Air Force. Its search range is said to exceed 500 kilometers, and it can track more than 300 targets at a time and guide 50 aircraft in combat..."

Khachalov's breathing became rapid.

The Tu-126 early warning aircraft they have can search for 370 kilometers and can only search for a few hundred targets at a time, tracking a dozen or so.

The A-50, currently under development, has an extended search range of 500 kilometers, but it can only track 50 targets at a time and guide a dozen or so aircraft in combat.

The early warning aircraft technology in the East is still very advanced, after all, they have first-class electronic technology...

Soviet airborne electronic equipment was generally a generation behind the West, and this time...

"You wait here, I'm going to communicate with the country via satellite..."

Half an hour later, Khachalov returned, his face serious: "Moscow has agreed to the deal in principle. Syria will contribute 500 million, and Moscow will contribute 500 million. Once the equipment arrives in Syria, it will need to be commanded by instructors sent by the Soviet Union. Moreover, the delivery time must be before the conflict with David. We need to see just how powerful this batch of Eastern equipment really is..."

"This... I'm afraid it's going to be difficult. They say that the production schedule for Super 7 is two years from now."

"Hmph, if they want to do this business, they have to deliver the goods to us as soon as possible! Otherwise... we can forget about doing business! I don't believe they don't want to make this money!"

"Oh, okay, then we'll talk about it tomorrow when we go to inspect their air defense missiles."

"Anti-aircraft missiles?"

"Yes, they also provided us with other options..."

After listening to Kadura's explanation, Khachalov's expression was complicated. After thinking for a moment, he said, "You don't need to buy the missiles from the East. We'll export the SAM-11 to you!"

"it is good."

The next day, at the Northwest firing range.

The Gobi Desert is a desolate place, and no one knows that the Eastern Area 51 was established here. The mushroom bombs were detonated here, and various weapons tests were conducted here afterward. After all, even if the bombs missed their targets, they wouldn't cause any harm to the locals because there were almost no people in the area.

The roar of engines filled the air as one Yan'an brand heavy truck after another drove to the test site and set up their positions.

The camels who were already waiting there all opened their eyes wide.

What configuration is this?
Behind the heavy truck, eight cylinders slowly rose up and finally fell to the ground. This was actually a vertical launch.

And look at that shield-like thing standing up, it's actually a phased array antenna?
“This configuration… is exceptionally high-end,” Mosharak remarked.

"Yes, missile layouts like the SAM-6 are outdated. Exposed missiles are prone to malfunction. We've installed them in launch tubes, and they're vertically launched, allowing for omnidirectional attacks, rapid response, and are unaffected by the external environment. And look at this radar antenna; if we know the direction of the target in advance, we don't even need to turn it—we can have the target completely under our sight..."

This field air defense system is absolutely top-notch!

"Attention, the target practice has officially begun. Four target drones are flying in from different directions within a 120-degree area in front..."

This target practice is quite impressive; it actually involves engaging four targets simultaneously.

Ten minutes later.

"Target spotted! Four different directions"

"Lock everything down!"

"emission!"

Bang!
The fragile cover of the vertical launch system was pushed open, and a milky-white missile, trailing thick white smoke, flew into the sky. Then came a second, a third, and the entire missile base was shrouded in white smoke.

Everyone stared intently at the direction the missiles flew. Sure enough, the four missiles flew in four different directions. This multi-target interception capability is truly amazing!
Even the SAM-6 can't compare!

Soon, clusters of fireballs appeared in the distant sky.

"Target drone number one has been shot down!"

"Target drone number two was shot down."

……

All four target drones hit their targets!
That accuracy is incredible!

“Excellent, excellent! This kind of air defense missile system is exactly what we Syrians need. We’ll purchase two sets!” Mosharak said excitedly, completely forgetting the Russian’s instructions.

Kadura frowned but didn't say anything more.

Anyway, it's only two sets, so it won't cost much. The key is the J-7 and Y-10 early warning aircraft; that's the real business.

"Manager Liu, after careful consideration, we believe we can purchase your Super-7 and Y-10 early warning aircraft. However... we hope to deliver them as soon as possible, before the Davids make a move. We need..."

“That’s impossible.” Manager Liu shook his head: “The delivery of military aircraft often takes several years. If you had placed your order earlier like Yituo did, you would have received the goods by now.”

"Manager Liu, this is our only condition. If you do not agree, then we can only regretfully say that this billion-dollar arms deal is out of the question."

Manager Liu looked at Qin Liang.

A billion dollars! That's a huge deal. It would be a shame not to do it, but if we do, wouldn't that mean we were lying before?
“Well… if you want to go over 7 now, then we can only transfer it from other customers’ orders to you, which will require discussion with the other customers,” Qin Liang said. “However, if you raise the price, we should be able to win the understanding of the other customers.”

What? Price increase?

"How about this, two million more per aircraft. I'll coordinate for you and make sure you convince those customers to transfer the planes to you. If you're not willing to pay this amount, then there's nothing we can do."

Earning an extra two million per plane, fifty planes... and another hundred million? Mr. Qin, you're truly amazing!
The camels' faces darkened.

"As for the early warning aircraft, it's definitely too late to produce them now. We can only persuade the Air Force to transfer the early warning aircraft they just received to you. This will delay the Air Force's equipment, and you'll have to raise the price, but not by much, about 50 million. The Air Force should accept that."

This is even darker! Mr. Qin, aren't you afraid these customers will be scared away?
Hmph, those Russians want to get the goods ahead of time and test them on the battlefield? We're risking being crushed by third-generation fighters, so isn't it normal for them to want more?
(End of this chapter)