YJ-12
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The YJ-12 (Chinese: 鹰击-12; pinyin: yīngjī-12; lit. 'Eagle Strike 12') is a Chinese supersonic anti-ship cruise missile.
Anti-ship cruise missile
YJ-12 | |
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Type | Anti-ship cruise missile |
Place of origin | People's Republic of China |
Service history | |
In service | ~2011-present |
Used by | People's Liberation Army Navy |
Specifications | |
Warhead | 205–500 kg (452–1,102 lb)[1][2] |
Engine | integrated ramjet/booster propulsion system[3] |
Operational range | 250–400 km (160–250 mi; 130–220 nmi)[3][1] |
Maximum speed | Mach 4[1] |
Guidance system | Terminal guidance |
Launch platform |