Trumpeter 1:35 - DF-21 Ballistic Missile Launcher

The Chinese designated DF-21 (East Wind 21) intermediate range ballistic missile has the NATO designation CSS-5 and is a variant of the CSS-N-3 (JL1) submarine launched ballistic missile developed from the mid 1960s and first test launched in 1982. The road mobile CSS-5 was first successfully test flown in 1985. CSS-5 was Chinas first road mobile solid propellant ballistic missile. An improved version of CSS-5 Mod 2, known in China as DF-21A, has been developed with an increased range and several different warhead options. Reports in 1996 indicRead More...ted that DF-21A had an improved accuracy, using both GPS and a radar-based terminal guidance system. CSS-5 is launched from a Transporter Erector Launcher (TEL) vehicle with the missile being cold launched from its canister, with motor ignition occurring about 20m above the launch vehicle. The TEL consists of a tractor vehicle and an open flat-top trailer with a single launch platform at the rear. The missile test and targeting functions are carried out from separate logistics and command vehicles. A six vehicle convoy is used by PLA artillery regiments for the CSS-5 system, including a command vehicle, a logistic support vehicle, a reload vehicle and three TEL vehicles. A new TEL was displayed in 1999 with a tractor trailer unit having three axles on the tractor vehicle and three axles on the trailer. The missile was carried in a sealed cannister with several access hatches to provide for maintenance and testing.Model InformationContains: 808 parts including photoetch parts, Decal marking for Chinese Army Service and full engine detail.Dimensions: Length 460.5mm, Width 84.7mm and Height 103mm.Read Less