The KN-06 (Korean: 번개 5호; MR: Pon'gae-5) is a North Korean surface-to-air missile system. The system was first shown publicly at the 65th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea on October 10, 2010.[1]
| Pongae-5 번개 5호 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Type | Surface-to-air missile |
| Place of origin | North Korea |
| Service history | |
| In service | Korean People's Army Air Force |
| Used by | North Korea |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | North Korea industries |
| Produced | May 28, 2017 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 1300 to 1700 kg |
| Length | 6.8-7.25 m |
| Diameter | 0.45-0.50 m |
| Warhead | explosive HE |
| Warhead weight | 120 to 200 Kg |
| Engine | solid propellant rocket engine |
| Propellant | solid, composite |
Operational range | maximum 150 kilometres (93 mi) |
Guidance system | Radar, data link |
Launch platform | TEL, 6x6 KamAZ-55111 truck (Taebaeksan 96) |
History
editIn March 2010, Kim Jong-Il reportedly visited the Huichon Youth Electrical Complex where he examined KN-06 missiles.[2]
Design
editThe KN-06 is a long-range SAM that bears resemblance to the Russian S-300 and Chinese FT-2000. Imagery of missile launch tubes shows they are larger in diameter, but shorter than the S-300's missiles. The missiles are mounted on locally produced, stretched 6X6 KamAZ 55111 (Taebaeksan 96)[3] launcher trucks, with each holding three missile tubes. The KN-06 is reportedly capable of hitting targets up to 150 kilometres (93 mi) away. The system is equipped with a Flap Lid type phased array radar.
Development
editA test launch occurred in June 2011.[4][5] Another test launch, attended by Kim Jong-Un was reported on 2 April 2016.[1] As of May 2017, it was reportedly still undergoing testing.[6]
Deployment
editThe system underwent final testing on May 28, 2017, with KCNA reporting that 'glitches' previously identified during testing had been resolved. It said the new system would be mass-produced and deployed across the country.[7][8]
As many as 156 KN-06 launchers could be operational according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies.[9]
Operators
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See also
editReferences
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- ^ "North Korean KN-06 test confirms similarity to Chinese and Russian fourth-generation SAMs | IHS Jane's 360". Archived from the original on 2016-04-10.
- ^ KN-06 Surface to Air Missile - Globalsecurity.org
- ^ N.Korea 'Successfully Test Fired Short-Range Missile' - Chosun.com, 14 June 2011
- ^ Cook, Damen (May 1, 2017). "North Korea's Mysterious New Islands". The Diplomat.
North Korea is still testing its new KN-06 air defense system, a reasonably modern design roughly on par with the Russian S-300. When North Korea eventually introduces the KN-06, Sohae may host a few of its own, perhaps on Islands A, C, or E.
- ^ "North Korea tests weapon that will 'spoil enemy's dream'". Sky News. Retrieved 26 October 2018.
- ^ "North Korea leader Kim guides test of new anti-aircraft weapon". Reuters. Retrieved 26 October 2018.
- ^ "KN-06 (Pon'gae-5)". Missile Threat. Retrieved 26 October 2018.