Video | Dongfeng-17 Hypersonic Missile Live Fire Launch Footage Released for the First Time
Source: Global Times
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Sixty years of vigorous progress, a century of sharpening the sword to strengthen the military. The Chinese Strategic Missile Forces celebrated the 60th anniversary of its establishment on July 1, with two live-fire drills of the Rocket Force being made public, showcasing multiple types of strategic missiles.
Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Weapons & Equipment / Military Operations
Subcategory
New Weapon System
SALUTE Report
Size
Multiple strategic missiles
Activity
Live-fire exercises of strategic missile forces
Location
China
Unit
Chinese Strategic Missile Forces
Time
July 1
Equipment
DF-17 hypersonic missile
Summary
The Chinese Strategic Missile Forces conducted live-fire exercises featuring the DF-17 hypersonic missile on July 1, coinciding with their 60th anniversary celebrations. This event highlighted the capabilities of multiple strategic missiles in a public demonstration.
Key Facts
- The Chinese Strategic Missile Forces celebrated their 60th anniversary on July 1.
- Live-fire exercises were conducted as part of the anniversary celebrations.
- Multiple strategic missiles, including the DF-17 hypersonic missile, were showcased.