The HD-1 supersonic cruise missile. Due to its small size and weight, HD-1 can be launched from small surface ships and light fighters such as the JF-17. The HD-1 is capable of sea skimming at 5-10 meters, which coupled with its high speed, makes it difficult to intercept by ship-based air defense systems. Moreover, the missile has good air defense suppression capabilities, since it can be launched well outside enemy air defense zones. When launched at high altitudes, the HD-1 can cover a distance of more than 300km.