DF-26 Missile:
China’s stockpile of DF-26 intermediate-range ballistic missiles (IRBMs) has grown substantially, with new satellite imagery capturing nearly 60 new launchers at a prominent Beijing-based production site.
- DF-26 (Dong Feng-26) is a Chinese intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM).
- It possesses the capability to strike both land-based and maritime targets.
- The missile measures 14 m long, 1.4 m in diameter, and has a launch weight of 20,000 kg.
- Propulsion: Two-stage solid propellant
- It is capable of reaching targets at a range of approximately 3,000-4,000 kilometers (1,860-2,485 miles).
- The DF-26 comes with a ‘modular design,’ meaning that the launch vehicle can accommodate two types of nuclear warheads and several types of conventional warheads.
- It is known for its advanced guidance systems, including the ability to adjust its trajectory during flight, making it highly maneuverable.
- The DF-26 missile is recognized for its anti-ship variant, commonly referred to as the DF-26B.
- This variant is specifically designed to target naval vessels, including aircraft carriers.
