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DF-3A

Missile · China

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Chinese intermediate range ballistic missile. Modernized DF-3 with modest range increase.

Maximum range: 2,810 km (1,740 mi). Number Standard Warheads: 1. Warhead yield: 3,300 KT. CEP: 0.87 km (0.54 mi). Boost Propulsion: Storable liquid rocket, Nitric acid+N2O4 (AK-27)/UDMH. Initial Operational Capability: 1987. Total Number Built: 70.

Family
IRBM
Country
China
Agency
CALT

Chronology

2 events

1985 Dec

Launch Site: Jiuquan. LV Family: DF-3. Launch Vehicle: DF-3A.
  • R&D range test - . Nation: China. Agency: MAI. Apogee: 500 km (310 mi).

1986 Jan

Launch Site: Jiuquan. LV Family: DF-3. Launch Vehicle: DF-3A.
  • R&D range test - . Nation: China. Agency: MAI. Apogee: 500 km (310 mi).