DF-21D What is it? China’s “Carrier Killer,” an anti-ship ballistic missile.
Similar Systems Worldwide
| System | Manufacturer / Country | Range | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| DF-21D | CASIC — 🇨🇳 | ≈1,500 km | Aircraft Carrier |
| DF-26 | CASIC — 🇨🇳 | ≈4,000 km | Ship+land |
| Tsirkon | NPO Mash — 🇷🇺 | ≈1,000 km | Ship (Mach 8) |
| Hyunmoo-2C | ADD — 🇰🇷 | ≈800 km | Land |
| BrahMos | BrahMos — 🇮🇳/🇷🇺 | ≈600 km | Multiple |
| TAYFUN Block-4 | Roketsan — 🇹🇷 | ≈1,000+ km | Land ballistic |
| AGM-158C LRASM | Lockheed — 🇺🇸 | ≈930 km | Ship (cruise) |
The term “carrier killer” is also a political psychological weapon. China uses the DF-21D as a deterrent instrument for Taiwan and the Pacific; its technical effectiveness has not been proven in actual combat. But the mere existence of the weapon has affected U.S. naval strategy — in this sense, its success is undeniable.
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