Chiron
KP-SAM | Shingung
Overview
Chiron
Chiron man portable SAM system positioned on top of a high rise building.
Source: Korea Defense Blog -
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Shingung (local name)
Chiron (new, export designation)
Details
Media
Chiron
Forward view of Chiron tripod launcher. Note the aerospike on the missile.
Source: en.missilery.info
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Chiron
Chiron man portable SAM system transported by a light utility vehicle.
Source: en.missilery.info
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Chiron
Two soldiers transporting the Chiron man portable SAM system in the field.
Source: Unknown author
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Chiron
Two soldiers transporting the Chiron man portable SAM system in the field.
Source: Unknown author
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Chiron
Close-up of the front section of a cut-away model of the Chiron missile.
Source: KDN
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Close-up on the front section of the launcher and its IFF antenna.
Source: KDN
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