The DF-5, also called Dongfeng-5, is a Chinese second-generation, two-stage, silo-launched, liquid-propellant intercontinental ballistic missile that entered service in 1981. The original DF-5 and DF-5A variants carry a single warhead, while the later DF-5B and DF-5C variants carry up to ten multiple independently targetable warheads, and estimated range runs from roughly 13,000 to 20,000 kilometers depending on variant.
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Weapon ClassIntercontinental ballistic missile 1 Introduced Year Classification
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1. DF-5, Wikipedia
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is a Chinese second-generation two stage, silo-launched, liquid-propelled intercontinental ballistic missile.
service-status
service = 1981-present
- Introduction/adoption year stated in the entity's own sourced description text.
Operated By: People's Liberation Army Rocket Force, Infobox, used_by field
Infobox used_by field: People's Liberation Army Rocket Force
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