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Missile Dongfeng DF-11 (CH-SS-7)

Introduced by China in 1992, the Dongfeng DF-11 is a road-mobile, solid-fueled short-range ballistic missile operated from an eight-wheeled transporter-erector-launcher.

Range
600km
Technical Specifications
WarheadConventional
Warhead weight800 kg (1,764 lb)
Diameter800 mm (31.5 in)
Length7,500 mm (295.3 in)
Weight3,800 kg (8,378 lb)
Range 600 km (373 mi)
Dongfeng DF-11 scale diagram
Dongfeng DF-11 โ€” Ballistic 1.75 m 7.50 m
Range
600 km
Weight
3.8 t
Warhead
800 kg
Operators
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ Chinaยท ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐ Pakistan
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Description

The Dongfeng DF-11, also designated M-11 and CSS-7, is a Chinese road-mobile short-range ballistic missile. Development began in 1984, and the system entered service with the PLA Second Artillery Corps in 1992. US intelligence reported that the system was exported to Pakistan.

Unlike earlier liquid-fueled Chinese ballistic missiles such as the DF-5, the DF-11 uses solid fuel, which reduces pre-launch preparation time. The missile is operated from a road-mobile launch vehicle. Upgraded variants include the DF-11A, which features extended range, the DF-11B, and the DF-11AZT, a bunker-buster variant designed with improved accuracy. The system is widely deployed in Chinese service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of missile is the Dongfeng DF-11?
The Dongfeng DF-11 (NATO reporting name: CH-SS-7) is a ballistic missile developed by China. It entered service in 1992.
What is the range of the Dongfeng DF-11?
The Dongfeng DF-11 has a maximum range of approximately 600 km (372 miles). Effective range varies with launch platform, altitude, and flight profile.
What warhead does the Dongfeng DF-11 carry?
The Dongfeng DF-11 carries a conventional warhead weighing 800 kg.
How is the Dongfeng DF-11 guided?
The Dongfeng DF-11 uses astro-inertial with BeiDou satellite updates guidance.
Which countries use the Dongfeng DF-11?
The Dongfeng DF-11 is in service with 2 countries: China, Pakistan.
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Latest Data Updates
  1. AUG 132026 Updated Range corrected to the DF-11A figure; the stored value matched no documented variant
  2. AUG 132026 Created Page created: Dongfeng DF-11
  3. AUG 132026 Updated Removed the contradictory CH-AB-1 reporting-name row (the DF-11 is CH-SS-7)
  4. AUG 132026 Updated Corrected the warhead (bunker-buster is specific to the DF-11AZT variant)