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DF-11 (Dongfeng 11)

Close-range ballistic missileFielded 1992Pending verification

Also known as: CSS-7

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DF-11 (Dongfeng 11)
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System
TypeClose-range ballistic missile
Alternative designationsCSS-7
Date of introduction1992
ProliferationAt least 3 countries
ManufacturerPrime contractor: Sanjiang Space Group, China Chinese Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT), Beijing, ChinaMed[1]
ConfigurationTapered, pointed cylinder with 4 stabilizing delta-shaped fins at mid-bodyMed[1]
BasingMobileMed[1]
GuidanceInertialMed[1]
Launch preparation30-45 minMed[1]
Dimensions and weight
Length7.5 m25 ftMed[1]
Diameter0.8 m3 ftMed[1]
Launch weight3,800 kg8,378 lbMed[1]
Flight performance
Propulsionsingle-stage solid-propellant rocketMed[1]
Payload and range
Maximum range300 km186 mi · 162 nmiMed[1]
Payload800 kg1,764 lbMed[1]
Variants
DF-11A (CSS-7 Mod 2)A lengthened, improved variant of the DF-11, the DF-11A offers an increased range, larger payload, and improved accuracy. Development began in 1993, and its existence was first reported in 1998.[1]
DF-11AZTThe DF-11AZT is a variant of the DF-11A thought to feature an earth-penetrating warhead. Images of the system were first broadcast by Chinese state media in 2016; it reportedly entered service some time before 2013.[1]
Summary

The Dong Feng-11 (DF-11) is a road-mobile, nuclear-capable, close-range ballistic missile developed by the People’s Republic of China (PRC). A solid-fuel SRBM launched from a transporter erector launcher (TEL), the DF-11 can be launched with roughly 30 minutes of preparation and can reach ranges up to 300km.

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Operators
ChinaMyanmarPakistan
Sources
  1. DF-11 (Dongfeng 11) Chinese Close-Range Ballistic Missile, U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import
  • 2026-10-10 Added photo (Public domain)