The DF-17 is a type of ballistic missile specifically designed to carry a hypersonic glide vehicle, such as DF-ZF. Its estimated range is 1,800-2,000 km, and is expected to reach initial operational capability by 2020. It will be capable of delivering both nuclear and conventional payloads, as well as a maneuverable reentry vehicle instead of an HGV. The first test of the DF-17 ballistic missile took place on November 1, 2017.
