Hyunmoo IIA/IIB
Missile Systemconfirmed
Hyunmoo is a series of South Korean ballistic and cruise missiles developed by the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) and manufactured by Hanwha and LIG Defense & Aerospace (former LIG Nex1). The Hyunmoo-1 was a variant of the NHK-1 Baekgom missile whose propulsion engine was modified based on the technology transfer of the American Nike Hercules and has been deployed to the ROK Armed Forces from 1987. Later, Hyunmoo-1 was retired in 2018 due to the further development of the Hyunmoo-2 with a longer range.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | LIG Nex1 |
| Introduced | 2000 |
| Status | In service |
| Range | 500 km |
History
Developed by LIG Nex1 in South Korea and introduced around 2000, these missiles represent an early generation of South Korea's indigenous ballistic missile program.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 30 | confirmed |
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