X-2
X-2
Cruise Missiles
Basic Information
Name
X-2
Designation
X-2
Alternate Designation
Starry Sky-2, Xingkong-2, XK-2
Equipment Type
Cruise Missiles
Manufacturer
China Aerospace Science & Technology Corporation CASC
Date of Introduction
2025
Description
The Xingkong-2 (X-2), Starry Sky-2 in English, is a hypersonic cruise missile being developed by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp since 2018 at least. The X-2 missile features a solid-propellant rocket motor that lifts the weapon until the payload separates and flies on its own a speed of Mach 5.5 to Mach 6. The X-2 can be equipped with a nuclear warhead and is able to pierce advanced ballistic missile defenses. The first test firing on record was carried out on August 5, 2018. The X-2 hypersonic cruise missile is expected to be deployed by China in the 2020-2025 timeframe.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Cruise Missiles
Status
Under Development
Also Known As
Starry Sky-2, Xingkong-2, XK-2
Origin
China
Contractor
China Aerospace Science & Technology Corporation CASC
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2025
First Flight
August 5, 2018
Total Production
?
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a003832
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
China
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