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MISSILES SYSTEM ACTIVE BATTLE TESTED 93%

K239 Chunmoo

K239

MANUFACTURER Hanwha Aerospace
IN SERVICE 2015
EXPORT CONTRACTS 8 ($16.9B)
MASS 36 t
CREW 3
K239 Chunmoo
K239

OVERVIEW

The K239 Chunmoo is a wheeled multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) capable of firing 130mm, 227mm, and 239mm guided and unguided rockets as well as the CTM-290 tactical ballistic missile. Selected by Poland, Romania, and reportedly the UAE.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

rocket types
130mm, 227mm, 239mm guided
max range km
80-290 (depending on munition)
ctm290 range km
290
vehicle
8x8 wheeled chassis
reload time minutes
10
crew
3
weight tonnes
36
guidance
GPS/INS for guided variants

BATTLE TESTED REVIEWS

93
ROK-US Combined Fire Exercise FIRE TESTED
2024 | ROK Army Combined Arms Command

K239 Chunmoo demonstrated devastating firepower during combined ROK-US live-fire exercises, engaging targets at ranges exceeding 200km with CTM-290 guided missiles. All guided rounds achieved direct hits on designated target complexes, validating the system as a true deep-strike asset.

CTM-290 hit rate: 100% in guided mode
Simultaneous engagement of multiple target areas
Full reload in under 10 minutes
GPS/INS guidance CEP under 10m
91
Polish Acceptance Trials FIELD PROVEN
2024 | Polish MoD Acceptance Report

Polish military acceptance trials for the K239 Chunmoo confirmed all performance specifications were met or exceeded. The system demonstrated interoperability with Polish C2 systems and NATO ammunition where applicable.

All contractual KPIs met or exceeded
NATO C2 interoperability confirmed
Cold-weather start at -25°C successful
Road march reliability: zero breakdowns over 500km

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