MilitaryHwasong-11A (KN-23)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Hwasong-11A (KN-23) is a North Korean solid-propellant short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) that features a quasi-ballistic trajectory. It is designed to be highly maneuverable during flight to evade missile defense systems.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | North Korea |
| Manufacturer | Defense industry of North Korea |
| Introduced | 2019 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 7,400 km/h |
| Range | 690 km |
| Weight | 3.4 t |
History
Developed by North Korea's defense industry and first tested in 2019, it is believed to be inspired by the Russian Iskander missile and offers enhanced maneuverability.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | 10 | confirmed |
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