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Pukguksong-1 (KN-11)

Submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM)
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Basic Information
Name
Pukguksong-1 (KN-11)
Designation
Alternate Designation
Equipment Type
Submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM)
Manufacturer
Date of Introduction
Description

The Pukguksong-1 (Korean: Polaris-1, US designation: KN-11) is a two-stage, solid-fueled North Korean submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). The missile bears an external resemblance to the Soviet-designed R-27/SS-N-6 Serb SLBM.1 North Korea has conducted five flight tests of the KN-11, and well as numerous other tests of the missile’s ejection system and other subsystems.

Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class Submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM)
Basing Submarine-launched
Length 9 m
Diameter 1.5 m
Details
Country of Origin North Korea
Category Short-Range Ballistic Missiles (SRBM) (301 km - 1,000 km)
Air > Short-Range Ballistic Missiles (SRBM) (301 km - 1,000 km)
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Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
9 m
Width
1.5 m
Height
Weight
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