KD-88
KD-88 (Kongdi-88) is a standoff land attack missile built by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC). Its export version is called TL-17. It can be launched from a fighter aircraft or a bomber. It features a turbojet engine with cruising speeds of Mach 0.8 to Mach 0.85, and a range of 200 kilometres (120 mi). Although comparable in size, configuration and capabilities, the KD-88 is not a true member of YJ-8 family.[1]
| KD-88 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Medium-range air-to-surface missile |
| Place of origin | China |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2006[1] |
| Used by | China |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Hongdu Aviation Industry Corporation |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 0.6 ton |
| Length | 4.7 meter |
| Diameter | 0.3602 meter |
| Warhead | 165 kg warhead |
| Engine | turbojet |
| Propellant | liquid fuel |
Operational range | 200 km [2] |
| Maximum speed | Mach 0.85 |
Guidance system | CCD/TV-seeker[1] for KD-88 or imaging infrared (IIR)[1] for KD-88A |
Launch platform | JH-7A J-10C J-16 J-15 |
YJ-83J
Operators
References
- Rupprecht, Andreas. Modern Chinese Warplanes - Chinese Air Force. Harpia Publishing. p. 116. ISBN 978-0-9973092-6-3.
- "KD-88 air-to-surface missile". www.globalsecurity.org.
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