DF-3A
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| DF-3A/CSS-2(US) | |
|---|---|
| DF-3A/CSS-2(US) | |
| Basic data | |
| Function | MRBM |
| Manufacturer | ? |
| Unit cost | ? |
| Entered service | 1971 |
| General characteristics | |
| Engine | ? |
| Launch mass | ? |
| Length | ? |
| Diameter | ? |
| Wingspan | ? |
| Speed | ? |
| Range | 3,100km |
| Flying altitude | ? |
| Warhead | 1 Nuclear @ 3.3 MT |
| Guidance | ? |
| Launch platform | ? |
According to the U.S. Department of Defense, the DF-3A represents China's main missile system. It is currently being retired and was inaccurately predicted to have been removed from China's missile arsenal in 2002.
[edit] History
Deployment of the missile began in 1971 reaching a peak of 110 by 1984, then shrinking to 50 in 1993. It is estimated by the U.S. DoD that there are 16 missiles and 8 launchers in operation as of 2006. Because of delays in the DF-31 deployment, the U.S DoD speculated that the DF-21A was being used as a stopgap to replace the missiles as they retire.
