Type 63-1 MRL
Notes: This Chinese vehicle is a lighter version of the 130mm MRL, mounted on a medium truck chassis. The back of the vehicle is taken up with the MRL and associated equipment. All 19 rockets may be fired within 2 phases. The cab is extended for the crew, which is large as the elevation for the MRL is manual. This vehicle is used by China, North Korea, and Vietnam.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$28,531 |
D, A |
400 kg |
6.89 tons |
7 |
4 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
167/100 |
25/15 |
180 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
19-round 130mm Rocket Launcher |
38x130mm Rockets |
Type 70 MRL
Notes: This is the same rocket launcher as mounted on the Type 63-1 MRL, this time mounted on the chassis of a YW-531 APC on an electrically-powered turret. The passenger area of the YW-531 is taken up with the turret for the MRL, fire control equipment, communications gear, an extra rocket pack, and the crew.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$98,534 |
D, A |
500 kg |
14 tons |
6 |
8 |
Headlights |
Enclosed |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
146/102 |
30/20/3 |
450 |
95 |
Trtd |
T4 |
TF2 TS2 TR2 HF3 HS2 HR2 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
19-round 130mm Multiple Rocket Launcher, DShK (C) |
38x130mm Rockets, 600x12.7mm |
Type 81 107mm MRL
Notes: This is a light multiple rocket launcher on a modified light truck. The cab is enlarged for the crew. About half of the cargo area is taken up with the MRL, but there is an area available for crew equipment, spare tire, tools, and perhaps an extra rocket pack.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$15,085 |
G, A |
400 kg |
3.71 tons |
4 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
298/179 |
40/25 |
105 |
49 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
12-round 107mm Rocket Launcher |
24x107mm Rockets |
Type 81 122mm MRL
Notes: This is a Chinese 122mm MRL carried on a CQ-261 chassis. The MRL fills almost the entire cargo area, except for a small space behind the cab for a spare tire, a seat for part of the crew, and crew equipment. This system was replaced in production by the Type 90 MRL, but remains in service with many Chinese units.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$55,435 |
D, A |
500 kg |
16.6 tons |
5 |
8 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
120/72 |
20/10 |
400 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
40-round 122mm Rocket Launcher |
40x122mm Rockets |
Type 82 MRL
Notes: The Type 82 is a Chinese-built, 30-tube, 130mm multiple rocket launcher mounted on a modified EQ-2102 truck for mobility. Up to all 30 rockets may be discharged in 15 seconds (three combat rounds).
|
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$44,109 |
D, A |
500 kg |
7.5 tons |
6 |
6 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Type |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
228/137 |
35/20 |
400 |
73 |
Self-Propelled MRL |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
30-round 130mm Rocket Launcher |
30x130mm rockets |
Type 83 122mm MRL
Notes: This system is primarily used for firing FASCAM rockets, but is also used for conventional shelling. It is a smaller 122mm multiple rocket launcher using a 24-round rocket pack on a CA-30 truck chassis modified to use a larger cab for the crew of the MRL. The MRL takes up the entire cargo area except for a small space for the spare tire and vehicle tools.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$33,438 |
G, A |
300 kg |
8.7 tons |
6 |
5 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
111/67 |
20/10 |
150 |
34 |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
24-round 122mm Rocket Launcher |
24x122mm Rockets |
Type 83 273mm MRL
Notes: This is a multiple rocket launcher based on a Type 60-1 tracked prime mover. The load area in this variant is completely taken up with the rocket launch box and associated equipment, leaving only the cab for the crew. The DShK commander's machinegun is retained. When the MRL is fired, two stabilizers are lowered at the rear of the vehicle. This system is used only by China.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$89,077 |
D, A |
500 kg |
17.54 tons |
6 |
11 |
Headlights |
Enclosed |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
109/76 |
25/15 |
375 |
105 |
Stnd |
T2 |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
4-round 273mm Rocket Launcher, DShK (C) |
4x273mm rockets, 500x12.7mm |
Type 85 MRL
Notes: This is the same multiple rocket launcher as the Type 82 MRL, this time mounted on a Type 85 APC chassis. In this role, the Type 85 does not carry passengers, instead carrying additional communications and fire control equipment, allowing the MRL to operate without an FDC. The turret is removed and replaced with one mounting the MRL.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$247,513 |
D, A |
500 kg |
14.5 tons |
5 |
12 |
Active/Passive IR |
Enclosed |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
147/103 |
30/20/3 |
400 |
94 |
Trtd |
T4 |
TF2 TS2 TR2 HF4 HS2 HR2 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
30-round 130mm Rocket Launcher, DShK (C) |
60x130mm Rockets, 1000x12.7mm |
Type 89 MRL
Notes: This is a large-capacity multiple rocket launcher on the same chassis as the Type 83 gun/howitzer. The turret is removed and replaced with the MRL and associated equipment and an extra rocket pack and a crane to reload the MRL. The driver sits up front on the left, and the rest of the crew is in the rear under the rocket launcher. Unlike most heavy MRLs, the Type 89 has full armor protection for the crew; however, the rocket packs themselves are unarmored. This vehicle has automatic laying and reloading systems that allow the MRL to fire accurately without the assistance of an FDC is the target location is known. This vehicle is in service only with China.
|
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$301,542 |
D, A |
500 kg |
32 tons |
5 |
17 |
Passive IR |
Shielded |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
133/93 |
30/20 |
885 |
192 |
Stnd |
T4 |
HF16 HS6 HR6 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
40-round 122mm Rocket Launcher |
80x122mm Rockets |
Type 90 MRL
Notes: This is the same 122mm multiple rocket launcher as mounted on the Type 89 MRL, this time mounted on a heavy truck chassis. The Type 90 was designed to produce a cheaper MRL than the Type 89, and to equip light divisions. The vehicle has automatic laying and reloading systems that allow the MRL to fire accurately without the assistance of an FDC if the target location is known. This vehicle is in service only with China.
|
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$90,082 |
D, A |
500 kg |
20 tons |
5 |
11 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
109/65 |
20/10 |
270 |
73 |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
40-round 122mm Rocket Launcher |
80x122mm Rockets |
Type 90 Tracked MRL
Notes: This is a 122mm multiple rocket launcher on a stretched version of the Type 90 armored personnel carrier. The normal turret is replaced with a turntable mounting a 30-round MRL. A complete set of reloads is carried on the hull. This is the same launcher and fire control equipment mounted to the Type 89 MRL, but in a lighter chassis.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$121,465 |
D, A |
500 kg |
20 tons |
5 |
11 |
Passive IR, Image Intensification |
Shielded |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
116/82 |
25/15/3 |
520 |
118 |
Trtd |
T4 |
TF2 TS2 TR2 HF4 HS2 HR2 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
40-Round 122mm Rocket Launcher, W-85 (C) |
80x122mm Rockets, 1050x12.7B |
Type 762 MRL
Notes: This Chinese multiple rocket launcher was designed to clear minefields by blast, but can also be used to destroy large troop concentrations and structures. It consists of a pair of short-ranged 425mm rockets with fuel-air explosive warheads to create overpressure for predetonating minefields, on a tracked, armored chassis. There is a machinegun mount by the commander's hatch and one firing port on each side of the crew compartment.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$121,215 |
D, A |
400 kg |
27 tons |
4 |
11 |
Passive IR |
Shielded |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
150/105 |
30/25 |
885 |
192 |
Stnd |
T4 |
HF16 HS6 HR6 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
Twin 425mm Rocket Launchers, PKT (C) |
2x425mm Rockets, 500x7.62mm |
WM-80
Notes: This is a Chinese multiple rocket launcher system mounted on an 8x8 heavy truck chassis. It is used only by China. The MRL and its associated equipment take up most of the cargo bay, though there is a small space behind the cab for crew equipment, and some room in the cab. This is the standard heavy rocket launcher of Chinese forces. It is also used by Turkey.
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Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$88,017 |
D, A |
600 kg |
34 tons |
6 |
11 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
125/75 |
20/10 |
770 |
91 |
Stnd |
W(4) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
8-Round 273mm Rocket Launcher |
8x273mm Rockets |
WS-1B
Notes: This is a Chinese large-caliber multiple rocket launcher on a Steyr 24M-34 truck chassis. The MRL and association erection equipment completely fills the cargo area, except for a small area behind the cab.
Twilight 2000 Notes: This vehicle was just beginning to be produced before the Twilight War and was in short supply.
|
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$79,658 |
D, A |
500 kg |
17.2 tons |
4 |
7 |
Headlights |
Open |
|
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
|
182/109 |
30/15 |
400 |
126 |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF1 HS1 HR1 |
|
Fire Control |
Stabilization |
Armament |
Ammunition |
|
None |
None |
4-Round 320mm Rocket Launcher |
4x320mm Rockets |