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The '''B-611''' is a Chinese [[Solid-fuel rocket|solid-fuelled]] [[short-range ballistic missile]] (SRBM) developed by [[China Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation]] (CPMIEC).<ref name="Lennox_2006-12">{{cite web |first=Duncan |last=Lennox |title=China unveils B-611 short-range ballistic missile |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080226011945/http://www.janes.com/defence/news/jdw/jdw061218_1_n.shtml |archivedate= 26 Feb 2008 |url= http://www.janes.com/defence/news/jdw/jdw061218_1_n.shtml |date=18 December 2006 |publisher=Jane's }}</ref> The missile has a maximum range of 150 km.<ref name="Wezeman_2011-07">{{Cite report |last1=Wezeman |first1=Pieter D. |date=July 2011 |title=Conventional strategic military capabilities in the Middle East |url=https://www.sipri.org/sites/default/files/2016-03/Conventional-strategic-military-capabilities-in-the-Middle-East.pdf |page=10 |publisher=EU Non-Proliferation Consortium |accessdate=29 October 2016}}</ref>
The '''B-611''' is a Chinese [[Solid-fuel rocket|solid-fuelled]] [[short-range ballistic missile]] (SRBM) developed by [[China Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation]] (CPMIEC).<ref name="Lennox_2006-12">{{cite web |first=Duncan |last=Lennox |title=China unveils B-611 short-range ballistic missile |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080226011945/http://www.janes.com/defence/news/jdw/jdw061218_1_n.shtml |archivedate= 26 Feb 2008 |url= http://www.janes.com/defence/news/jdw/jdw061218_1_n.shtml |date=18 December 2006 |publisher=Jane's }}</ref> The missile has a maximum range of 150-420 km.<ref name="Wezeman_2011-07">{{Cite report |last1=Wezeman |first1=Pieter D. |date=July 2011 |title=Conventional strategic military capabilities in the Middle East |url=https://www.sipri.org/sites/default/files/2016-03/Conventional-strategic-military-capabilities-in-the-Middle-East.pdf |page=10 |publisher=EU Non-Proliferation Consortium |accessdate=29 October 2016}}</ref><ref>http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm</ref><ref>http://defence-blog.com/news/china-to-unveil-new-m20-short-range-tactical-missile-system-at-zhuhai-airshow-2016.html</ref><ref>http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html</ref><ref>http://www.popsci.com/blog-network/eastern-arsenal/sy-400-guided-rocket-makes-tv-debut</ref>


The B-611 development began development in 1995,<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/> and first shown in 2004.<ref name="janes_2006-12">{{cite web |first=Duncan |last=Lennox |title=Project J (Yildirim, J-600T) (Turkey), Offensive weapons |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130123122814/http://articles.janes.com/articles/Janes-Strategic-Weapon-Systems/Project-J-Yildirim-J-600T-Turkey.html |archivedate=23 January 2013 |url=http://articles.janes.com/articles/Janes-Strategic-Weapon-Systems/Project-J-Yildirim-J-600T-Turkey.html |date=2009 |publisher=Jane's }}</ref> A newer variant was shown in late-2006.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>
The B-611 development began development in 1995,<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/> and first shown in 2004.<ref name="janes_2006-12">{{cite web |first=Duncan |last=Lennox |title=Project J (Yildirim, J-600T) (Turkey), Offensive weapons |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130123122814/http://articles.janes.com/articles/Janes-Strategic-Weapon-Systems/Project-J-Yildirim-J-600T-Turkey.html |archivedate=23 January 2013 |url=http://articles.janes.com/articles/Janes-Strategic-Weapon-Systems/Project-J-Yildirim-J-600T-Turkey.html |date=2009 |publisher=Jane's }}</ref> A newer variant was shown in late-2006.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>


The B-611 was sold to [[Turkey]]; <ref name="Wezeman_2011-07"/> it is not clear whether Turkey purchased complete missiles or production licenses.<ref name="Meick_2014-06">{{Cite report |last1=Meick |first1=Ethan |date=16 June 2014 |title=China’s Reported Ballistic Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia: Background and Potential Implications |url=http://origin.www.uscc.gov/sites/default/files/Research/Staff%20Report_China's%20Reported%20Ballistic%20Missile%20Sale%20to%20Saudi%20Arabia_0.pdf |page=3 |publisher=[[United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission]] |accessdate=29 October 2016}}</ref>
The B-611 was sold to [[Turkey]]; <ref name="Wezeman_2011-07"/> it is not clear whether Turkey purchased complete missiles or production licenses.<ref name="Meick_2014-06">{{Cite report |last1=Meick |first1=Ethan |date=16 June 2014 |title=China’s Reported Ballistic Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia: Background and Potential Implications |url=http://origin.www.uscc.gov/sites/default/files/Research/Staff%20Report_China's%20Reported%20Ballistic%20Missile%20Sale%20to%20Saudi%20Arabia_0.pdf |page=3 |publisher=[[United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission]] |accessdate=29 October 2016}}</ref>

==B-611==
Basic variant, with a range of 250-280 km and a 500 kg warhead.<ref>http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/b-611.htm</ref><ref>http://www.ausairpower.net/APA-PLA-Ballistic-Missiles.html#mozTocId765047</ref>

===B-611M===
Upgraded variant of the B-611, with a 480 kg warhead and a range between 80-260 km. Its firepower has been doubled by putting two missiles on a single TEL, and the missile is capable of making terminal maneuvers. <ref>http://www.armyrecognition.com/idet_2015_news_official_online_show_daily_coverage/china_presents_latest_technologies_of_air_defense_missile_systems_at_idet_2015_in_czech_republic_20051510.html</ref><ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref>


==P-12==
==P-12==
The '''P-12''' is a variant of the B-611. The P-12 has a longer cable , and is believed to be lighter than the B-611 and carry a 300 kg HE fragmentation or blast warhead.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>
The '''P-12''' is a variant of the B-611. The P-12 has a longer cable , and is believed to be lighter than the B-611 and carry a 300 kg HE fragmentation or blast warhead.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/> Its range is 150 km.<ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref>.


A pair of the missiles may be carried on a 6 x 6 wheeled vehicle.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>
A pair of the missiles may be carried on a 6 x 6 wheeled vehicle.<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>


The P-12 was first shown at the 2006 [[China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition]].<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>
The P-12 was first shown at the 2006 [[China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition]].<ref name="Lennox_2006-12"/>

==BP-12==
The BP-12 is a variant that has satellite guidance, and is considered the first member of the family to branch out from the B-611.<ref>http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/b-611.htm</ref>

===Type 621===
The Type 621 has additional modes of satellite guidance, including [[GLONASS]] and [[BeiDou Navigation Satellite System|Beidou]]. Unlike the B-611, the Type 621 is usually encased in a container.<ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref>

===Type 631===
The Type 631 is a further development of the Type 621, with firepower doubled by incorporating two missiles into one platform, much like the B-611M. Its range is rumored to be 400&nbsp;km.<ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref>.

===BP-12A===
The BP-12A is similar to the Type 631, with an estimated range of 300-400 km and a 480 kg warhead. The missile can be integrated into the SY-400 missile launcher.<ref>http://www.popsci.com/blog-network/eastern-arsenal/sy-400-guided-rocket-makes-tv-debut</ref><ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref><ref>http://www.ausairpower.net/PDF-A/DT-Land-War-Futures-Sep-2011.pdf</ref>

==M20==
Newer member of the B-611 family, with similarities to the Russian [[9K720 Iskander|SS-26]] missile. The export variant of the missile has a range of just under 300 km. Its warhead weighs 480 kg.<ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref><ref>http://defence-blog.com/news/china-to-unveil-new-m20-short-range-tactical-missile-system-at-zhuhai-airshow-2016.html</ref><ref>http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm</ref><ref>http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html</ref><ref>http://thediplomat.com/2013/08/chinas-second-artillery-has-a-new-missile/</ref><ref>https://sputniknews.com/military/201610261046764752-donfeng12-vs-iskander-analysis/</ref>

===DF-12===
PLA variant of the M20, with an extended range of 400-420&nbsp;km.<ref>http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm</ref><ref>http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html</ref><ref>http://thediplomat.com/2013/08/chinas-second-artillery-has-a-new-missile/</ref><ref>https://sputniknews.com/military/201610261046764752-donfeng12-vs-iskander-analysis/</ref>

==B-611MR==
Anti-radiation variant of the B-611M, first unveiled at the 2014 Zhuhai Airshow. It combines GPS guidance with a wideband passive radar homing warhead, and is capable of flying flattened trajectories while executing pre-planned maneuvers.<ref>https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false</ref><ref>http://aviationweek.com/defense/new-weapons-unveiled-airshow-china</ref>


==Operators==
==Operators==

Revision as of 21:30, 30 October 2016

B-611
TypeShort-range ballistic missile
Place of origin China
Service history
Used byChina, Turkey
Production history
ManufacturerChina Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation
Specifications
EngineRocket motor
PropellantSolid fuel
Operational
range
150-420 km

The B-611 is a Chinese solid-fuelled short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by China Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation (CPMIEC).[1] The missile has a maximum range of 150-420 km.[2][3][4][5][6]

The B-611 development began development in 1995,[1] and first shown in 2004.[7] A newer variant was shown in late-2006.[1]

The B-611 was sold to Turkey; [2] it is not clear whether Turkey purchased complete missiles or production licenses.[8]

B-611

Basic variant, with a range of 250-280 km and a 500 kg warhead.[9][10]

B-611M

Upgraded variant of the B-611, with a 480 kg warhead and a range between 80-260 km. Its firepower has been doubled by putting two missiles on a single TEL, and the missile is capable of making terminal maneuvers. [11][12]

P-12

The P-12 is a variant of the B-611. The P-12 has a longer cable , and is believed to be lighter than the B-611 and carry a 300 kg HE fragmentation or blast warhead.[1] Its range is 150 km.[13].

A pair of the missiles may be carried on a 6 x 6 wheeled vehicle.[1]

The P-12 was first shown at the 2006 China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition.[1]

BP-12

The BP-12 is a variant that has satellite guidance, and is considered the first member of the family to branch out from the B-611.[14]

Type 621

The Type 621 has additional modes of satellite guidance, including GLONASS and Beidou. Unlike the B-611, the Type 621 is usually encased in a container.[15]

Type 631

The Type 631 is a further development of the Type 621, with firepower doubled by incorporating two missiles into one platform, much like the B-611M. Its range is rumored to be 400 km.[16].

BP-12A

The BP-12A is similar to the Type 631, with an estimated range of 300-400 km and a 480 kg warhead. The missile can be integrated into the SY-400 missile launcher.[17][18][19]

M20

Newer member of the B-611 family, with similarities to the Russian SS-26 missile. The export variant of the missile has a range of just under 300 km. Its warhead weighs 480 kg.[20][21][22][23][24][25]

DF-12

PLA variant of the M20, with an extended range of 400-420 km.[26][27][28][29]

B-611MR

Anti-radiation variant of the B-611M, first unveiled at the 2014 Zhuhai Airshow. It combines GPS guidance with a wideband passive radar homing warhead, and is capable of flying flattened trajectories while executing pre-planned maneuvers.[30][31]

Operators

Map with B-611 operators in blue

Current operators

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f Lennox, Duncan (18 December 2006). "China unveils B-611 short-range ballistic missile". Jane's. Archived from the original on 26 February 2008.
  2. ^ a b Wezeman, Pieter D. (July 2011). Conventional strategic military capabilities in the Middle East (PDF) (Report). EU Non-Proliferation Consortium. p. 10. Retrieved 29 October 2016.
  3. ^ http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm
  4. ^ http://defence-blog.com/news/china-to-unveil-new-m20-short-range-tactical-missile-system-at-zhuhai-airshow-2016.html
  5. ^ http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html
  6. ^ http://www.popsci.com/blog-network/eastern-arsenal/sy-400-guided-rocket-makes-tv-debut
  7. ^ Lennox, Duncan (2009). "Project J (Yildirim, J-600T) (Turkey), Offensive weapons". Jane's. Archived from the original on 23 January 2013.
  8. ^ Meick, Ethan (16 June 2014). China’s Reported Ballistic Missile Sale to Saudi Arabia: Background and Potential Implications (PDF) (Report). United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission. p. 3. Retrieved 29 October 2016.
  9. ^ http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/b-611.htm
  10. ^ http://www.ausairpower.net/APA-PLA-Ballistic-Missiles.html#mozTocId765047
  11. ^ http://www.armyrecognition.com/idet_2015_news_official_online_show_daily_coverage/china_presents_latest_technologies_of_air_defense_missile_systems_at_idet_2015_in_czech_republic_20051510.html
  12. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  13. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  14. ^ http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/china/b-611.htm
  15. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  16. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  17. ^ http://www.popsci.com/blog-network/eastern-arsenal/sy-400-guided-rocket-makes-tv-debut
  18. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  19. ^ http://www.ausairpower.net/PDF-A/DT-Land-War-Futures-Sep-2011.pdf
  20. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  21. ^ http://defence-blog.com/news/china-to-unveil-new-m20-short-range-tactical-missile-system-at-zhuhai-airshow-2016.html
  22. ^ http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm
  23. ^ http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html
  24. ^ http://thediplomat.com/2013/08/chinas-second-artillery-has-a-new-missile/
  25. ^ https://sputniknews.com/military/201610261046764752-donfeng12-vs-iskander-analysis/
  26. ^ http://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/world/china/df-12.htm
  27. ^ http://www.armyrecognition.com/china_chinese_army_missile_systems_vehicles/df-12_m20_short-range_surface-to-surface_tactical_missile_technical_data_sheet_specifications.html
  28. ^ http://thediplomat.com/2013/08/chinas-second-artillery-has-a-new-missile/
  29. ^ https://sputniknews.com/military/201610261046764752-donfeng12-vs-iskander-analysis/
  30. ^ https://books.google.ca/books?id=aUk5DAAAQBAJ&pg=PT120&lpg=PT120#v=onepage&q&f=false
  31. ^ http://aviationweek.com/defense/new-weapons-unveiled-airshow-china

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