HTF5980

The Taian HTF5980 is a large transporter erector launcher used exclusively to carry the DF-41 Intercontinental Ballistic Missile. It is the largest known TEL used by the People's Liberation Army Rocket Force and the most powerful in terms of carrying capacity.

HTF5980
HTF5980 sketch carrying a DF-41 ICBM.
Type16x16 superheavy strategic truck/transporter erector launcher
Place of originChina
Service history
Used byPLA Rocket Force
Production history
DesignerTaian Special Vehicle Company
ManufacturerTaian Special Vehicle Company
Specifications
Mass130-150 t (with DF-41)
Length~21 metres (69 ft)
Width5m
Height4m
Crew1+5

EngineDeutz turbocharged diesel
517 hp (386 kW)
Payload capacityrated at 80 tons
Suspension16x16 wheeled
Operational
range
800 km (497 mi) loaded
Maximum speed 65 km/h (40 mph)
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