Russian media: the Dongfeng family, China's express delivery across the Pacific!

Why did China Central Television suddenly showcase the Dongfeng series missiles?

On June 7, Russian media published an article by expert Китайский специалист, sharing it with everyone.

In early June 2025, China Central Television decided to remind the world of the ancient but still powerful "grandfather" — the Dongfeng-5 missile, which can deliver a huge package across the Pacific.

The Russian media pointed out: the maximum range of the Dongfeng-5 ballistic missile is 12,000 kilometers, with an accuracy of 500 meters and a nuclear warhead yield of 4 million tons.

The development of Dongfeng-5 began in 1965 and was successfully tested in 1980, becoming a real breakthrough for China.

While the United States and the Soviet Union were playing the nuclear chess game, China humbly yet confidently said, "Let me join in too."

Why is Dongfeng-5 so cool?

The Russian expert said, breaking through the blockade: In 1980, when a missile successfully traveled 12,000 kilometers, the world realized that China was more than just rice and pandas.

Evolution:

The classic Dongfeng-5 and modernized Dongfeng-5B are like comparing old Nokia button phones with modern smartphones, except here there are no emojis but nuclear warheads.

If Dongfeng-5 is the "grandfather," Dongfeng-5B is the "grandson," then Dongfeng-41 is the "nuclear star." With a range of 14,000 kilometers, accuracy of 100 meters, 6 to 10 warheads, and most importantly, mobility!

The Russian expert said, the speed of Dongfeng-41 is so fast that missile defense systems cannot catch it. Its ability to attack multiple targets simultaneously makes it a true "Swiss Army knife" in the arsenal.

Why did CCTV broadcast this?

The Russian expert pointed out: recently, the disclosure of Dongfeng-5 parameters by Chinese Central Television is not just a nostalgic look back at the good old days.

This is a subtle hint: "Hey, guys, we not only have the old Dongfeng-5 here, but also its younger descendants, and the Jilang-3 submarine carrying missiles."

China seems to be saying: "We support peace, but if necessary, we can also light up fireworks."

China is showing that its nuclear arsenal is not just a weapon but a tool for peace.

Original source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1834221223885831/

Disclaimer: The article represents the views of the author.