R-27 Zyb (SS-N-6)
Submarine-launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
R-27 Zyb (SS-N-6)
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
1968
Description
The R-27 Zyb (NATO designation: SS-N-6 “Serb”), was a submarine-launched, liquid-fueled ballistic missile developed and deployed by the Soviet Union. Elements of the R-27 are believed to be the basis for some of North Korea’s ballistic missile programs.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
2400.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Submarine-launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Basing
Submarine-based
Range
2,400 km (Mod 1), 3,200 (Mod 2, 3)
Length
9.65 m
Diameter
1.5 m
LaunchWeight
14,200 kg
Warhead
1 mT (Mod 1, 2), 200 kT (Mod 3)
Status
Obsolete
InService
1968-1996
Details
Country of Origin
Soviet Union
Category
Medium-Range Ballistic Missiles (MRBM) (1,001 km - 3,000 km)
Air > Medium-Range Ballistic Missiles (MRBM) (1,001 km - 3,000 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/ss-n-6-r-27-serb/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
9.65 m
Width
1.5 m
Height
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Weight
14200 kg
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