China has successfully sunk a ship in the ocean using its YJ-12B anti-ship cruise missile. This missile boasts a range of approximately 500 km, completing this distance at an impressive speed of 3580 km/hr. Watch the video of this event below.
What the Video Shows...
In this 9-second video, the YJ-12B cruise missile is launched from a truck-mounted launcher. The missile then hits a ship sailing in the ocean. Cameras on the ship capture the full extent of the destruction as the ship sinks following a massive explosion.
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Learn About the Power of This Missile...
The YJ-12B is a supersonic anti-ship cruise missile designed to destroy enemy ships. Besides China, Pakistan and Algeria also use this missile. It comes in four variants, with warheads weighing between 205 and 500 kilograms.
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The Missile's Speed Makes It Dangerous
A key feature of this missile is its speed, which can range from 2.5 to 4 Mach, equivalent to 3087 to 4939 km/hr. It can be launched from warships, aircraft, or truck-mounted launchers. The missile is powered by a ramjet booster propulsion system, enhancing its speed. Developed by China's Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation, the YJ-12B is indeed a formidable weapon.
