China showcases portable laser weapons for a single soldier to shoot down drones (opens original article in a new tab)

China displayed portable laser weapons at a Beijing defence fair, enabling single soldiers to shoot down drones. The Lijian series, developed by Harbin Xinguang, includes portable systems weighing 25-30kg that use high-energy lasers to target drones.

• China showcases portable laser weapons for single soldiers to shoot down drones
• Lijian series uses high-energy lasers to target drones up to 1,200 meters
• Portable models Lijian II and III weigh 30kg and 25kg respectively