Missile Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4

Summary

CategoryBallistic Missiles
Sub-typeMedium Range Ballistic Missile
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran
ManufacturerIran
StatusIn service
Year of service2023

Technical specifications

Warhead weight1500 kg (3,307 lb)
Range 2,000 km (1,243 mi)
Max. speed19,756 km/h (Mach 19.8)

Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4 scale diagram

Range
2,000 km
Speed
Mach 19.8
Warhead
1.5 t

Operators

🇮🇷 Iran

Description

The Kheibar, also designated Khorramshahr-4, is a medium-range ballistic missile that represents the fourth generation of the Khorramshahr family of missiles. The missile's dual naming is symbolic; "Khorramshahr" honors the city central to that conflict, while "Kheibar" references a historically significant 7th-century battle.

Engineered as a tactical medium-range ballistic missile, the Kheibar is propelled by a liquid-fuel rocket engine. It possesses a substantial operational range and is designed to deliver a large conventional warhead, with a payload capacity reported to be between 1,500 and 1,800 kilograms. The Kheibar missile system officially entered service in 2023 and is operated by the armed forces of Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of missile is the Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4?
The Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4 is a ballistic missile developed by Iran. It entered service in 2023.
What is the range of the Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4?
The Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4 has a maximum range of approximately 2,000 km (1,242 miles). Effective range varies with launch platform, altitude, and flight profile.
How fast is the Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4?
The Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4 reaches a maximum speed of 19,756 km/h (Mach 16.0).
Which countries use the Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4?
The Kheibar / Khorramshahr-4 is in service with 1 country: Iran.
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