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Missile ForcesChina

YKJ-1000

Hypersonic cruise missileFielded 2025Pending verification
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System
TypeHypersonic cruise missile
Date of introduction2025
ProliferationOrigin country only
ManufacturerLingkong TianxingMed[1]
GuidanceCurrent baseline features autonomous target recognition and evasion; future upgrades promise AI-driven decision-making with swarm tactics, enabling coordinated multi-axis or saturation strikes.Med[1]
Flight performance
PropulsionUtilizes a boost-glide architecture with a maneuverable terminal phase to evade interception; can adjust trajectory mid-flight using autonomous guidance and…Med[1]
SpeedMach 5–7Med[1]
Payload and range
Maximum range500–1,300 km311–808 mi · 270–702 nmiMed[1]
Summary

The YKJ-1000 Chinese Hypersonic Cruise Missile is designed for rapid and precise strikes against high-value targets deep within enemy territory, including large warships and land targets. Its range allows it to cover key Japanese and U.S.

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Operators
China
Sources
  1. YKJ-1000 Chinese Hypersonic Cruise 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