KN-09 North Korean 300mm Rocket Artillery System
KN-09
Rocket Artillery System
Other
Basic Information
Name
KN-09 North Korean 300mm Rocket Artillery System
Designation
KN-09
Alternate Designation
KN-09
Equipment Type
Rocket Artillery System
Manufacturer
Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)
Date of Introduction
2014
Description
The KN-09 North Korean 300mm Rocket Artillery System initially introduced around 2014, plays a pivotal role in this supply arrangement. The KN-09 is esteemed for its simplicity, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and ease of production compared to ballistic missiles. Additionally, the system presents challenges to intercept due to the concentrated volleys of artillery rockets. The launcher vehicle for the KN-09 is based on a Chinese HOWO heavy-duty commercial truck with a 6x6 configuration, adapted for military purposes to provide a level of cross-country mobility.
Ground Specifications
Crew
5
Mobility Type
Wheeled (6x6)
Main Weapon
300mm Rocket Artillery System
Engine
Diesel
Max Speed
90.0 km/h
Range
800.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
KN-09
Type
Rocket Artillery System
Manufacturer
Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)
Caliber
300 mm
Configuration
6x6
Chassis
HOWO heavy-duty commercial truck
Crew
5 ea
Dimensions
Length
INA
Width
INA
Height
INA
Weight, Combat
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Range
800 - 1,000 km
Maximum Speed
90 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
0.5 m
Trench
0.6 m
Fording
0.8 m
Main Weapon System
Note
The system is equipped with 300 mm caliber rockets stored in eight launch tubes. Each rocket weighs approximately 800 kg and carries an estimated 200 kg warhead. These rockets have an approximate firing range of 130 km, although this may vary depending on the type of rocket used. The system can conduct a full salvo that lasts about 45 seconds, with a reloading time of 15 to 20 minutes. These rockets are equipped with inertial guidance systems, offering a level of accuracy within a range of up to 200 meters, with potential improvements to 50 meters when updated with Baidu satellite navigation system data. The warhead options for these rockets include High Explosive Fragmentation (HE-FRAG), cluster rockets with scatterable anti-tank or anti-personnel mines, and potentially chemical warheads.
Protection
Armor
INA
Applique Armor
INA
NBC Protection
INA
Image Sources
Notes
https://armyrecognition.com/focus-analysis-conflicts/army/conflicts-in-the-world/russia-ukraine-war-2022/north-korea-to-supply-mlrs-and-missiles-systems-to-russia; https://www.reddit.com/r/MilitaryPorn/comments/8po9qz/north_korean_kn09_300mm_guided_mlrs_on_parade/; https://defence-blog.com/photos-of-north-korea-army-practices-military-exercises-with-kn-09-rocket-launcher-system/
Details
Country of Origin
North Korea
Category
Rocket Artillery Systems
Land > Artillery > Rocket Artillery Systems
Filter Label
K
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
0.3 m
Height
—
Weight
—
Operators (1)
North Korea
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