MilitaryGhauri-II MRBM (Hatf-V)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Ghauri-II is a Pakistani medium-range ballistic missile derived from North Korean Nodong/Rodong technology. Can carry nuclear warheads across all of India. Liquid-fueled, road-mobile. Supplements the solid-fuel Shaheen family as Pakistan's nuclear deterrent.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Pakistan |
| Manufacturer | Khan Research Laboratories (KRL) |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Status | In service |
| Range | 2,300 |
| Speed | 8,000 |
History
Evolved from the Ghauri-I. Multiple successful tests. Operational with Strategic Plans Division. Pakistan's liquid-fueled missiles (Ghauri family) provide a complementary capability to solid-fueled Shaheen series, though with longer pre-launch preparation time.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | ~24 Ghauri-II launchers estimated | estimated |
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