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DF-12 (Dongfeng 12)

Close-range ballistic missileFielded 1983Pending verification

Also known as: CSS-X-15

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Missile length 7.8 m
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System
TypeClose-range ballistic missile
Alternative designationsCSS-X-15
Date of introduction1983
ProliferationAt least 2 countries
ManufacturerPrime contractor: Sanjiang Space Group, China Chinese Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT), Beijing, ChinaMed[1]
BasingRoad-mobile/Short-Range Ballistic MissileMed[1]
GuidanceGPS, laser guidance/10-30m CEPMed[1]
Dimensions and weight
Length7.8 m26 ftMed[1]
Diameter0.75 m2 ftMed[1]
Launch weight4,010 kg8,841 lbMed[1]
Flight performance
PropulsionSingle/SolidMed[1]
Payload and range
Maximum range280 km174 mi · 151 nmiMed[1]
Payload400 kg882 lbMed[1]
Summary

The DF-12 (Dongfeng 12) Chinese Close-Range Ballistic Missile is a road-mobile, solid-fuel, short-range ballistic missile (SRBM). Previously branded by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as the M-20, the design of the DF-12 is believed to be based upon the Russian Iskander-E tactical missile system.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Operators
ChinaPakistan
Sources
  1. DF-12 (Dongfeng 12) 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