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Missile ForcesChina

JL-3

Submarine-launched ballistic missileIn serviceFielded 2025Pending verification

Also known as: Julang-3

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System
TypeSubmarine-launched ballistic missile
Alternative designationsJulang-3
Date of introduction2025
ProliferationOrigin country only
Flight performance
PropulsionSolid-fuel, three-stage ballistic missileMed[1]
Payload and range
WarheadThe JL-3 is believed to carry multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRVs) and is likely configured to accommodate up to three nuclear warheads.Med[1]
Maximum range10,000 km6,214 mi · 5,400 nmiThe weapon is estimated to have a range of at least 10,000 kilometers, enabling China's Type 094 submarines to target locations across the cMed[1]
Summary

The JL-3 Chinese Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) represents a significant advancement in the nuclear deterrence capabilities of the People's Liberation Army Navy.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Operators
China
Sources
  1. JL-3 Chinese Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-05 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)