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CJ-10/CJ-10A

Missile Systemconfirmed

CJ-10/CJ-10A

The CJ-10 is a Chinese land-attack cruise missile designed for precision strikes against fixed targets. It is believed to be derived from the Russian Kh-55 and operates at subsonic speeds.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginChina
ManufacturerChina Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC)
Introduced2004
StatusIn service
Speed980 km/h
Range2,000 km
Weight2.5 t

History

Developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) around 2004, it represents a significant capability for long-range conventional deterrence.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
China72confirmed

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