Taepodong-2 (Unha-3)
Satellite launch vehicle (SLV)
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
Taepodong-2 (Unha-3)
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Satellite launch vehicle (SLV)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
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Description
The Taepodong-2 is a three stage, liquid-fueled, militarized version of North Korea’s Unha-3 satellite launch vehicle. While the Unha-3 is intended to place satellites into orbit, the Taepodong-2 carries a reentry vehicle for a military payload. It has an estimated range of 10,000 km with a 1,000 kg payload.1
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
4000.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Satellite launch vehicle (SLV)
Basing
Fixed launch platform
Range
4,000 – 10,000 km (two stage), 10,000 km (three stage)
Payload
1,000 – 1,500 kg
Length
32 m
Diameter
2.4 m (first stage), 1.4 m (second stage), 0.9 m (third stage)
LaunchWeight
64,300 kg
Status
Tested
Details
Country of Origin
North Korea
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/taepodong-2/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
32 m
Width
2.4 m
Height
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Weight
64300 kg
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