Hwasong-16B
Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile
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Basic Information
Name
Hwasong-16B
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2024
Description
The Hwasong-16B (HS-16B) is a North Korean solid-fueled, intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM). It features a two-stage booster and is cold-launched, with a range estimated up to 5,500 km. It is the nation’s first solid-fueled IRBM.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
5500.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM)
Basing
Road Mobile, Transporter-erector launcher (TEL)
Range
5,500 km
Payload
Maneuverable reentry vehicle (MaRV) and hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV) capable
Length
21 m
Diameter
2.1 m
Warhead
Nuclear or conventional unitary warhead
Status
Operational
InService
2024 – present
Details
Country of Origin
North Korea
Category
Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Air > Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/hwasong-16b/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
21 m
Width
2.1 m
Height
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Weight
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