Dongfeng DF-5 vs 9K720 Iskander
The Dongfeng DF-5 and the 9K720 Iskander are both Ballistic missiles. The Dongfeng DF-5 has a range of 12,000 km — 24:1 the 9K720 Iskander's 500 km. The Dongfeng DF-5 reaches 26,950 km/h vs 7,285 km/h for the 9K720 Iskander. The Dongfeng DF-5 carries a 10200 kg warhead vs 710 kg for the 9K720 Iskander. Launch weight is 183,000 kg for the Dongfeng DF-5 vs 4,615 kg for the 9K720 Iskander. The Dongfeng DF-5 uses Inertial and on-board computers guidance, while the 9K720 Iskander relies on Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS. The Dongfeng DF-5 has been produced in 83 units vs 900 for the 9K720 Iskander. The Dongfeng DF-5 entered service 25 years before the 9K720 Iskander (1981 vs 2006).
| Chinese ICBM, entered service in 1981, utilizes inertial and on-board computer guidance. | |
| Origin | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Ballistic |
| Type | Intercontinental Ballistic Missile |
| Manufacturer | Factory 211 |
| Service year | 1981 |
| Number produced | 83 units |
| Estimated unit price | NA |
| Range | 12,000.0 km ◉ |
| Maximum speed | Mach 22.0 ◉ |
| Weight | 183,000 kg ◉ |
| Warhead | 10200.0 kg ◉ |
| Length | 32.60 m ◉ |
| Diameter | 3350 mm ◉ |
| Guidance | Inertial and on-board computers |
| Warhead type | Nuclear MIRV |
| Range | 500.0 km ◉ |
| Maximum speed | Mach 5.9 ◉ |
| Weight | 4,615 kg ◉ |
| Warhead | 710.0 kg ◉ |
| Length | 7.30 m ◉ |
| Diameter | 920 mm ◉ |
| Guidance | Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS |
| Warhead type | Thermonuclear weapon |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has longer range, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 has a longer range at 12,000 km compared to the 9K720 Iskander's 500 km.
Which is faster, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 is faster with a maximum speed of Mach 22.0 compared to the 9K720 Iskander's Mach 5.9.
Which has a larger warhead, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 carries a larger warhead at 10,200 kg compared to the 9K720 Iskander's 710 kg.
Which is heavier, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 is heavier at 183,000 kg compared to the 9K720 Iskander's 4,615 kg.
Which is longer, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 is longer at 32.60 meters compared to the 9K720 Iskander's 7.30 meters.
What guidance systems do the Dongfeng DF-5 and 9K720 Iskander use?
The Dongfeng DF-5 uses Inertial and on-board computers guidance while the 9K720 Iskander uses Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS guidance.
Which entered service first, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The Dongfeng DF-5 entered service first in 1981, 25 years before the 9K720 Iskander which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dongfeng DF-5 or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 83 units of the Dongfeng DF-5.