People’s Liberation Army
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Theaters | Northern Europe: Harju Eastern Europe: Gorodok, Narva, Yehorivka Southern Asia: Chora, Logar Valley, Kohat Toi, Lashkar Valley, Kokan, Sumari Bala Middle East: Al Basrah, Fallujah, Mutaha, Tallil Outskirts North America: Goose Bay |
Uniform | Type 07 Digital Camouflage |
“ | The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is the primary armed force of the People's Republic of China and the largest military force in the world today. Sweeping reforms over several decades have sought to modernize and build counters to peer threats, while expanding capacity for maritime power projection. | „ |
~ In-game description |
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is a playable faction in Squad. This faction is the 10th playable faction and the eighth conventional army featured in the game.
History
The People’s Liberation Army, originally called the Chinese Red Army, encompasses mainland China’s land, sea, and air forces and is the largest military force in the world.[1] People’s Liberation Army Ground Force (PLAGF) is the land warfare branch of the PLA.
Flag
The flag representing the People’s Liberation Army in Squad is the flag of August 1st. It consists of a red background with a yellow star at the canton, alongside the Chinese numerals for "8" and "1" (八一), which is the date of the PLA's establishment on August 1, 1927.
Kits and equipment
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Command and Support |
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Crewman |
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Pilot |
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Direct Combat |
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Fire Support |
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Marksman |
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Machine Gunner |
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In-game Equipment
The People’s Liberation Army uses modern Chinese weaponry with proprietary design, typical of the PLA during the early 2010s. The infantry weapons are based on the Chinese QBZ95 series and its derivatives, with their iconic bullpup layout. The heavy anti-tank kit is equipped with a unique launcher with a laser rangefinder.
The PLA vehicles are versatile, maneuverable, and adequately armored. The faction has multiple amphibious IFVs, such as the wheeled ZBL08 and the tracked ZBD04A, both featuring guided missiles. All vehicles prioritize frontal protection and are fitted with modern optics. PLA's transport trucks feature an open-top machine gun.
Weapons
Small Arms
- QBZ95-1 - Bullpup Rifle
- QBZ95B-1 - Bullpup Carbine
- QJB95-1 - Automatic Rifle
- QJY88 - Medium Machine Gun
- QBU88 - Designated Marksman Rifle
- QSZ92 - Pistol
Grenades and Launchers
- DSF161 - Smoke Grenade
- Type 86P - Fragmentation Grenade
- QLG10 - Underbarrel Grenade Launcher
- DZJ08 - Rocket Launcher
- PF98 - Rocket Launcher
Emplacements
Equipment
- QNL95 - Bayonet
- WJQ308 - Entrenching Tool
- Type 72 - Anti-Tank Mine
- TNT - Explosive
- Type 95 Binoculars - Binoculars
Vehicles
Land Vehicles
- CTM131 Transport QJY88 - Truck
- CTM131 Transport QJZ89 - Truck
- CTM131 Logistics - Truck
- CSK131 QJY88 - Light Vehicle
- CSK131 QJZ89 - Light Vehicle
- CSK131 QJC88 RWS - Light Vehicle
- CSK131 HJ-8 - Tank Hunter
- ZSL10 - Armored Personnel Carrier
- ZBL08 - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- ZBL08 HJ73C - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- ZBD04A - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- ZTZ99A - Main Battle Tank
Boats
- RHIB Transport - Boat
- RHIB Logistics - Boat
- RHIB QJY88 - Boat
- RHIB QJZ89 - Boat
Aircraft
- Z-8G - Helicopter
- CH-4A UAV* - Reconnaissance Drone
- JH-7A Flying Leopard* - Close Air Support
*Commander Asset
Units
161st Air Assault Brigade | |||
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With its origins dating back to the 31st Regiment of the Central Hebei Military Region, established in July 1944, this brigade boasts a rich heritage. Today, it stands as the 161st Air Assault Brigade, specializing in rapid deployment and air assault operations. | |||
Air Assault |
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Air Assault - Offense | |||
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195th Heavy Combined Arms Brigade | |||
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The 195th Combined Arms Brigade of the PLA boasts a rich history, tracing its roots to the First Armored Unit established in February 1949. Initially equipped with Japanese Type 97 and American M3A3 Stuart tanks, it was the first armored unit in the Chinese People's Liberation Army. Today, the brigade operates advanced ZTZ-99 Main Battle Tanks, showcasing its commitment to modernization. It has transitioned into a heavy armor and mechanized formation, solidifying its role as a formidable component of the Chinese military. | |||
Armored |
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118th Combined Arms Brigade | |||
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118th Combined Arms Brigade is a medium combined arms unit in the People's Liberation Army Ground Force. This brigade accomplished 6 "Firsts" in the PLA history after its creation as the 1st Brigade of Shandong Column, Eighth Route Army in 1940, and coined its reputable nickname "Rainstorm Troops". | |||
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149th Mountain Infantry Brigade | |||
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The 149th Combined Arms Brigade, also known as the "Two Not Afraid" Brigade, is a combined arms brigade in the Chinese People's Liberation Army Army that focuses on mountain, light infantry, and urban operations. The brigade's motto is: First, not afraid of hardship, second, not afraid of death. | |||
Light Infantry |
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Light Infantry - Offense | |||
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112th Medium Combined Arms Brigade | |||
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112th Combined Arms Brigade is a medium combined arms unit in the People's Liberation Army Ground Force. It's history can be traced back to the PingJiang Uprising Regiment created in 1928 by the former Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army. As PLA's first ever mechanized brigade that gets digitized, this brigade is always prioritized when the most advanced heavy weapon equipments is deployed within PLAGF, thus dubbed an unofficial nickname "richass brigade". | |||
Motorized |
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80th Support Brigade | |||
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The origins of the 80th Combat Brigade can be traced to the East China Sea Independent Regiment, a part of the 18th Group Army of the National Revolutionary Army, Jiaodong Military Region, established on July 1, 1942. This unit made significant contributions during the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir, where it achieved a remarkable victory by defeating the 31st Regimental Combat Team of the US Army. It was during this battle that the brigade derived its emblem, signifying its valor and historical significance. Today, the 80th Combat Brigade functions as a critical support brigade, specializing in sustainment operations to ensure the operational readiness of military forces. | |||
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Support - Offense | |||
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Trivia
- People’s Liberation Army was announced as Pan AsiaPH (placeholder name) on July 21, 2020.[2]
- According to the developers, the faction has been in development since early 2020, but Covid-19 and remote work delayed its release.[3]
- In October 2021, OWI explained that Pan AsiaPH will be based on the Chinese military around the 2010s.[4]
- People's Liberation Army was released on December 7th, 2022. [5]
Media
Gallery
Full Release
Roadmap
See also
References
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