North Korea has conducted a test of its new 600mm multiple rocket launcher system, state media reported on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) stated the test was successful and verified the system's combat effectiveness and technical superiority.
The test firing was overseen by senior military officials. According to KCNA, the system is designed for a "tactical nuclear attack" and is capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The agency claimed the test did not affect the security of neighboring countries.
The development is part of North Korea's ongoing weapons modernization program, which has included frequent missile and artillery tests throughout 2025 and early 2026. The 600mm multiple rocket launcher is seen as a key part of its conventional and strategic strike capabilities.
International observers and neighboring governments, including South Korea and Japan, typically monitor and condemn such tests as violations of UN Security Council resolutions. These tests contribute to heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
