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Vympel PL-21

Luoyang Optoelectro Technology Development Centre · Very-Long-Range Air-to-Air Missile · China · Digital Age (2010–present)

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The PL-21 or PL-XX is an under development active radar-guided beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile by the People's Republic of China.

Specifications

Category
Missiles
Sub-Category
AAM
Domain
Defence
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Country
China
Manufacturer
Luoyang Optoelectro Technology Development Centre
Operator
PLA Air Force
Primary Role
Very-Long-Range Air-to-Air Missile
Status
Development
Service Entry
TBD (~2026)
Produced
Few
Propulsion
Rocket
Engine
Solid + ramjet sustainer
Length (ft)
19.7
Range (mi)
186-250
Max Speed (Mach)
5+