JL-2
Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
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Basic Information
Name
JL-2
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2015
Description
The JL-2 (Ju Lang-2, CSS-NX-14) is a Chinese intercontinental-range submarine-launched ballistic missile. China likely developed the SLBM jointly with the DF-31 land-based ICBM beginning in 1970. As of 2016, China deploys four Jin-class nuclear ballistic missile submarines each armed with 12 Ju Lang-2 SLBMs. Chinese plans call for the production of a total of 12 Jin-class submarines.1 These systems have replaced the JL-1 (CSS-N-3) missiles aboard the Xia-class Type 092 submarine, which is no longer in service.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
8000.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Basing
Jin-Class Nuclear Ballistic Missile Submarine
Range
8,000 – 9,000 km
Payload
1,050-2,800 kg
Length
13 m
Diameter
2 m
LaunchWeight
42,000 kg
Warhead
Nuclear, 1 MT, or 3-8 MIRV with 20/90/150 kT warheads
Status
Operational
InService
2015
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Air > Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/jl-2/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
13 m
Width
2 m
Height
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Weight
42000 kg
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