What is DF-21D? A Chinese anti-ship ballistic missile “carrier killer”
Global Counterparts
| System | Manufacturer / Country | Range | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| DF-21D | CASIC — 🇨🇳 | ≈1,500 km | Aircraft Carrier |
| DF-26 | CASIC — 🇨🇳 | ≈4,000 km | Ship + Ground |
| Tsirkon | NPO Mash — 🇷🇺 | ≈1,000 km | Ship (Mach 8) |
| Hyunmoo-2C | ADD — 🇰🇷 | ≈800 km | Ground |
| BrahMos | BrahMos — 🇮🇳/🇷🇺 | ≈600 km | Multi-Target |
| TAYFUN Blok-4 | Roketsan — 🇹🇷 | ≈1,000+ km | Ballistic Ground |
| AGM-158C LRASM | Lockheed — 🇺🇸 | ≈930 km | Ship (Winged) |
The term “Carrier Killer” is also a political psychological weapon. China uses the DF-21D as a deterrent against Taiwan and the Pacific; its technical effectiveness has not been tested in real war yet. However, the existence of the weapon has influenced U.S. Navy strategy — this aspect of its success is undeniable.
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