MilitaryDF-15B
Missile Systemconfirmed
The DF-15B (CSS-6 Mod 2) is a Chinese short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) that is an improved variant of the DF-15. It features a maneuverable re-entry vehicle (MaRV) for enhanced accuracy and penetration capabilities against missile defense systems.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) |
| Introduced | 1997 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 7,400 km/h |
| Range | 600 km |
| Weight | 6.2 t |
History
Developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) and entering service around 1997, it enhanced China's ability to conduct conventional missile operations.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| China | 81 | confirmed |
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