Hwasong-8
Hwasong-8
Cruise Missiles
Basic Information
Name
Hwasong-8
Designation
Hwasong-8
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Cruise Missiles
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
2023
Description
The Hwasong-8 is a ground-based hypersonic missile developed by North Korea and successfully tested in September 2021. The new missile is expected to fly following a non-ballistic trajectory at speeds above Mach 5 for approximately 1,000-1,500 kilometers.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Max Speed
12348.0 km/h
Range
1000.0 km
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Cruise Missiles
Status
Active
Origin
North Korea
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2023
First Flight
September 28, 2021
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Performance — Max Cruising Flight Altitude
60 kilometer
Performance — Max Range
1,000 kilometer
Speed — Top Speed
10 mach
Details
Country of Origin
North Korea
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004168
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
North Korea
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