Great warships

Chapter 518 One hundred million tons of iron ore

In all fairness, the aircraft carrier that went out to show off its muscles was not produced by Mingzhou Group. However, from a technical point of view, it is more complicated than Mingzhou Group's own construction. This is the transformation of a scrapped aircraft carrier. Can take off and land heavy fighters.

Looking at the world, only Mingzhou Group can do it, and no other shipyard dare to boast about this kind of seaport!Transform a thing that was burned into scrap iron into an aircraft carrier?It is impossible to think about it.

Therefore, Mingzhou Group became famous, and their shipbuilding strength has been recognized all over the world!
Now, the Chinese navy has come here especially.

The scale of this investigation group is not small, and it is led by Sagas Tres, the naval leader of the football country, and Ilges, who received Qin Tao last time, is also among them.

At the Huating International Airport, Qin Tao personally led a team to greet him, accompanied by Leader Zhao from the Mingzhou Naval Base.

The military band was playing welcome songs, and the pick-up scene was very lively.

"Welcome everyone." Qin Tao stretched out his hand: "We meet again. Let me introduce you. This is Leader Zhao from our navy who came here specially to welcome you."

Leader Zhao also reached out to hold each other's hand, saying with great enthusiasm, "Welcome to the East, we all belong to the third world, and hope to strengthen contact and cooperate more in the future."

The arrival of football country is of great significance.

Now, the fact that the other party can come to the East for investigation, and even purchase warships produced in the East, will definitely cause some people to feel troubled.

"We are very honored." Sagas Tres said: "We have noticed that the ancient East is gradually glowing with vitality. This is a country full of vitality!"

After the reception, the group transferred to the Navy's Zhiba, flew directly to the Mingzhou Naval Base, and landed on the aircraft carrier moored at the pier.

"This warship is really spectacular!" After getting off the helicopter and seeing the wide flight deck, Shagastres immediately felt emotional: "Especially, it uses the jump deck, directly from the ship The first ski jump took off, I read your news several times."

Sagas Tres came here because of the reputation. The mighty and majestic appearance of this warship completely conquered his heart.

"Actually, ski jumping is just a helpless choice. The design of this warship is like this, and we can no longer change it." Qin Tao introduced: "Actually, in terms of efficiency, catapults are more suitable. Of course, There are pros and cons to everything, and if there is a problem with the catapult, the plane may not be able to take off."

"That's right, in the naval battle more than ten years ago, the aircraft carrier of the Weeping Country once discovered the British aircraft carrier formation. Unfortunately, for various reasons, the carrier-based aircraft could not take off. If they used the ski jump method at that time, it is very likely that the naval battle It was rewritten."

Speaking of this, Sagas Tres was also very emotional. After all, they watched the whole naval battle back then, and they were very sorry for the result of the naval battle.

"Look here, everyone, our landing area. There is a special arresting cable here. You should have seen that our heavy J-[-] fighter jets can successfully land. As for the light carrier-based aircraft you are currently operating, it is even more There is no problem." Qin Tao continued to flicker, the other party has not even purchased the blocking cable, this time seeing his own demeanor, the blocking cable should be used with confidence, right?

"Isn't there a single plane above?" Ilgus asked.

"Yes, before returning to the port, all the carrier-based aircraft on it were released in advance and arrived at the land base." Leader Zhao introduced: "Besides, this aircraft carrier is actually a semi-finished product, and we still have a lot of work to do. , especially on the ship island, the relevant equipment has not been installed yet, and the inside is also very messy, so it is impossible to entertain everyone to visit."

Leader Zhao had vaccinated him in advance. It was fine to visit on the deck, but he didn't want to go to other places.

where else?
The ship island is the most important thing. As for the hangar below, you can go and have a look if you want to. Anyway, it is empty and there is nothing.

Facts have proved that these people are really interested. After seeing the deck, they were of course not satisfied. They went down to have a look. In the end, they actually entered the engine room on the lower floor.

"If you want to drive this huge warship, you need strong power. We have installed eight supercharged boilers in it, which can drive this warship to a speed of [-] knots. If you want a [-]-ton ship For a [-]-level aircraft carrier, only four of these boilers are needed."

It was mentioned at the time of the introduction, but at that time it could only be said with words, but now it is different. Now that there are real objects, it can be clearly seen that the power system is complete.

For an aircraft carrier, what is important?Steel for construction, powertrain, and various electronics.

The current Mingzhou Group has no steel materials. It has already built an aircraft carrier for Siam, and the power system is right in front of it. As for the electronic system, it is easy. Procurement.

However, considering the systematic nature, the Eastern package is more suitable.

"Is this kind of boiler produced by you yourself?" Sagas Tres asked.

"Of course, it was an empty shell when we purchased it back then. If there was a power system, we would have driven it back directly, so why drag it back." Qin Tao said: "Also, look at the mark on it, Authentic made in China!"

In this way, after seeing it, the visitors from the football country are very satisfied with this aircraft carrier.

When night fell, Qin Tao took these guests and stayed at the Mingzhou Group Guest House. These people were very satisfied with the magnificent guest house.

"Before we came, we had the impression that the East was poor and backward. After we came here, we realized that the East has already developed. In terms of prosperity, it is no worse than the big cities in the West."

"Of course, thank you for your compliments. At seven o'clock in the evening, in the banquet hall below, we will hold a banquet for you to wash away the dust."

Soon, the banquet hall became lively, and everyone chatted happily.

"Your side suddenly dispatched a huge aircraft carrier formation this time, which caused a sensation all over the world. Everyone said that the sleeping lion in the East has finally awakened!"

"Thank you. We were forced to rush this time, so we could only choose to show our sword. Take our aircraft carrier as an example, there are still many projects that have not been completed. Fortunately, there is no problem in attacking." Qin Tao said: "But , the other warships have no problems and can attack at any time."

"Mr. Qin, before your aircraft carrier formation is dispatched, you have a ballistic missile that can hit moving targets at sea. Do you have any idea of ​​exporting this weapon?"

The aircraft carrier is not shocking. The most enviable thing is the ballistic missile. It is absolutely earth-shattering. Everyone is exclaiming that the aircraft carrier is already a living coffin at sea. The aircraft carrier is even useless. There is a market again!
Even the football country was shocked, which is why they came here. I wonder if they can purchase this kind of weapon?
"Everyone should know that there is an unwritten international rule that the range of exported ballistic missiles cannot exceed [-] kilometers. Our weapons with a range of [-] to [-] kilometers are not within the scope of export." Qin Tao said. The other party's request was rejected.

It's not that we don't want to sell, but we must abide by international conventions!
"Yeah, we can't break these rules." Leader Zhao, who attended the banquet together, also spoke, so the other party had no choice but to give up.

The banquet ended at eleven o'clock in the evening. The next day, Qin Tao took these guests to visit the Mingzhou Shipyard.

"This is a 40-ton shipyard. The Dongfang Maritime Blockade was refitted here." Qin Tao introduced: "What is being built now is the new luxury blockade of Chuanglv Company. It was originally Because of the sabotage by some people, the original blocked ship was destroyed, and the Green Green Company gave up, so we had to find a way to repair the ship."

"President Qin, I heard that Chuanglv Company is related to your Mingzhou Group?" Sagas Tres asked.

Qin Tao nodded, without denying the slightest bit: "Of course, I have a good relationship with the person in charge of Chuanglv Company, who is now the famous female traffic king in Magang, and I met when I went to Moscow to do business. Otherwise If it is not, there is no need to make great efforts to help when buying the Dongfang Sea Blockade."

There is no need to deny this kind of thing, otherwise it would be an insult to the IQ of these people. On the contrary, saying it so openly can make the other party feel that Qin Tao is more honest.

Sure enough, after Qin Tao finished speaking, the other party nodded: "President Qin, you are really kind to your friend."

"Yes, we distinguish between friends and enemies very clearly. We treat our enemies as cold as winter, but we treat our friends as hot as summer."

"President Qin, can we go to see the J-31A tomorrow?" Ilgus asked.

"Of course, if you make up your mind to purchase an aircraft carrier, then the J-31A is the best choice." Qin Tao immediately agreed: "Tomorrow we will go to see the J-31A."

The time has entered April, and the temperature in the Land of Abundance is the most comfortable time.

Qin Tao led a group of people in a mighty manner. After arriving, he was shocked by the latest news.

The first carrier-based model has already begun to be assembled in Factory 132!

This speed is unbelievable!
The entire J-31A project office is only responsible for the design. Of course, the production of the aircraft must be placed in the supporting 132 factory. Even the J-132 prototype is assembled in the 31 factory. And through the assembly of the J-[-] fighter, they have mastered the assembly technology of modern fighters , Therefore, the next assembly of the J-[-]A is a matter of course.

The reception task is still in charge of by Zhao Dangsheng.

After years of training, Zhao Dangsheng has grown into an excellent multi-faceted talent. He needs both technology and eloquence, and it is easy to receive him.

"Everyone, Factory 132 is a military factory with a high degree of secrecy, so please don't walk around casually, let's go directly to the production station of J-31A to see." Zhao Dangsheng said: "If you come a few months later , you can see the plane roll out and even make its first flight.”

"Why did you first trial-produce the ship-based type?" Sagas asked.

"When we were researching and developing, we wanted one machine and three types." Zhao Dangsheng introduced: "After some careful research, we decided to use the ship-borne type as the basis. After all, on the basis of the ship-borne type, simplify the The landing gear and the wing folding mechanism can become a normal land-based type. The simplified weight can improve performance and increase fuel reserves. It has reserved enough space until our lift fan and other components are developed. After success, it can also be easily converted into a vertical take-off and landing fighter.”

"Is there no technical reserve for vertical take-off and landing aircraft?" Ilgues asked.

"Of course not. We have already made great technological breakthroughs and are currently in the stage of bench testing. If you are interested, I can take you to have a look after the visit. After all, we cannot install immature equipment On the prototype, our test flight is very rigorous." Qin Tao said confidently.

Last year, a breakthrough was made in the lift fan technology, and then it was tested. These technologies will gradually mature.

"Not bad." Sagas Tres nodded, and then began to look at the prototype machine being assembled.

The shape is very special, with edges and corners, reflecting the characteristics of stealth aircraft, but it is much smoother than F-117 aircraft. It has a compromise between stealth and maneuverability. The entire aircraft looks full of modernization a feeling of.

"What's the opening in its belly?" Sagas asked.

"Of course it is the internal bomb bay." Qin Tao introduced: "For a stealth fighter, the built-in bomb bay must be used to reduce the probability of being discovered by the enemy. The size of our aircraft is not very large, but it The built-in bomb bay is absolutely sufficient."

When it comes to the built-in bomb bay, the F-22 has the smallest bomb bay, but it is connected. The F-35 has bomb bays on both sides. It is said that it is used to accommodate the lift fan. As a result, it has been criticized by the Navy for a long time. It wants to use some advanced ammunition. Can't carry it because it's oversized!
Now this J-31A has been changed during the design, so that the built-in bomb bay becomes a large bomb bay, which can not only release empty missiles, but also stuff large bombs in. It is also a good hand in carrying out attack tasks.

Of course, the size is still limited. When carrying anti-ship missiles such as the Eagle Strike-12, it can only be mounted on an external pylon, losing its stealth capability.

This is also the limitation of the stealth machine, after all, the body only has such a large space.

But now, when it comes to the internal bomb bay, it is definitely a tall thing, and everyone is full of praise for this built-in bomb bay.

The people in the football country are also very careful. For them, if they can purchase a batch of this tall aircraft and equip it on their own aircraft carrier, the combat effectiveness will definitely be against the sky!

Dominate all of South America without any problem.

This is a tall stealth machine!

However, these things cost money!

Although they ran over to look at it, they were still empty-handed.

The assembly of the aircraft is done in a fixed-station manner, and an iron frame is built around the aircraft, and many workers are busy on it.

Looking at the scene of assembly, Sagas Tres finally spoke: "We are very much looking forward to obtaining an aircraft carrier and supporting aircraft, but these require huge expenses."

"Didn't I propose that iron ore be exchanged for an aircraft carrier?" Qin Tao asked Sagas Tres: "Iron ore can be exchanged for an aircraft carrier or a carrier-based aircraft. We only need to sign for a few more years." contract will do.”

There was a wry smile on Sagas Tres's face: "Our domestic company refused us to do this, and the higher authorities gave us a compromise plan."

"Please tell me." Qin Tao said.

Ordinarily, this kind of matter should be discussed slowly in the conference room, but because Sagas Tres was very embarrassed at this time, in order to avoid the embarrassment of being rejected in a formal occasion, he simply stayed here said.

"In our country, there are still many mineral resources that have not been developed. For example, in the states of Pará, Piauy and Tocantins, there are at least three mines that can be mined. These three mines have a total of nearly There are 100 billion tons of iron ore reserves, but they are still idle." Sagas Tres said: "At present, the solution given to us above is that your Mingzhou Group chooses one of the mines to mine, and all expenses are paid. It's all up to you."

The football country has a lot of minerals, and there is the world's largest Vale company. Their economy is still only a third-rate level. There are many reasons for this.

For example, their energy is still limited, and they have no ability to develop domestic mineral resources!

The existing iron ore can be mined to make money. Of course, Vale will not distribute the meat to Mingzhou Group, but what if it is a mine that no one mines?
Qin Tao frowned.

The Chinese footballers present stopped talking.

Originally, the condition Qin Tao proposed to the other party was that he would give himself 500 million tons of iron ore every year, and deliver them directly at the port. Moth reneges, now what?The other party actually asked Mingzhou Group to invest in mining.

The risks in this are greatly increased.

You know, those iron mines that are close to the traffic line have been mined long ago. Although the mines in the three states mentioned by the other party have abundant reserves, it is not convenient to mine them.

If you want to go in and mine, you have to build a road first. To build a road in a mountainous area requires a huge investment, and when it is repaired, you have to transport it!
Also, who knows what's going on on the ground?
If there are some car bandits and road tyrants, the operating costs will have to increase.

"Boss Qin, what are you worried about?" Ilgues asked.

What are you worried about? Do you even need to ask?Of course, I am worried about the risk of investment!

Qin Tao organized his language, and then said: "Our Mingzhou Group has never been involved in mining, so we are completely blank in this regard! How to mine the mine, and how to transport it after mining, I don't know."

This is just talking nonsense. Lao Maozi’s nickel mine in the Far East was jointly mined by Qin Tao and Nicholas. Now Mingzhou Group’s Invar Steel almost all depends on the nickel mine there. However, the old man After all, Maozi has old acquaintances there, so there is no need to worry about being blackmailed. Anyone who dares to set up their mine will definitely be wiped out by Nicholas.

It's different in football country.

"If you have no experience, you can cooperate with Vale, you provide funds, and Vale provides technology and experience."

Qin Tao hehehe, is there such a thing?Isn't this an empty glove white wolf?
Seeing that Qin Tao was noncommittal, Irgues knew that Qin Tao must be unwilling. He was thinking rapidly in his mind, and then thought of something: "Mr. Qin, how about our navy providing help?"

"You? What help can you provide?" Qin Tao glanced at Ilgus.

"We help with transportation." Ilges said: "For example, if we want to open a mine in Para State, then we need a road through the rainforest. We are willing to help build a road from the mine to Belem, so that Minerals can be transported to the port in Belém and loaded on ships from the port.”

The capital of the state of Pará is located in Belem, which is also the largest city in the northwest of the football country. This city is not on the seaside, but is located about 120 kilometers up the Amazon River estuary from the west coast of the Atlantic Ocean.Although it is a river, because the country's economy is backward, it is unable to build barrages, bridges, etc., so ordinary freighters can go upstream along the river and finally reach Belem.

In this way, the problem of transportation is solved!
Qin Tao was secretly happy, this solved a big problem for himself, but he still couldn't smile, he frowned, and continued: "Even so, we have to invest a huge amount of money, if we only mine 500 If it is [-] tons, it is not enough to cost at all.”

"It's like this. If you are willing to mine, then you can mine 1000 million tons per year, and you can contract it for ten years. The deal for the first five years is an aircraft carrier, and the deal for the next five years is a supporting carrier-based aircraft. Ten years later, the ownership of the mine can be discussed again, if you are willing to mine, you can continue to sign the contract, if not, then we will take it back."

Ten years, 1000 million tons per year, that is 20 million tons!There is so much iron ore that Mingzhou Iron and Steel Plant can’t use. However, no one thinks that they have too much ore on hand and can’t use it. They can pile it up first. In the next ten or [-] years, they don’t have to worry about iron ore up.

For the football country, this is definitely an empty-handed wolf. The mine is there, and they have no ability to mine it. With the help of the Mingzhou Group to complete the mine, they can at most help transport it.Then you can get the aircraft carrier and carrier aircraft.

Absolutely worth it!

"We need to go to the site to investigate." Qin Tao said: "Then, we need to discuss some details, such as whether to open a special cargo yard for us at the port, or give us an area in your military port. We also You can hire some local people, increase employment in your country and so on.”

"Of course, Mr. Qin, come back with us!" Sagas Tres was overjoyed.

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