NORINCO SR-5

Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)

China | 2013

"The SR-5 MLRS 6x6 wheeled battlefield support vehicle is a new fixture for the Chinese Army."

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The Multiple Launch Rocket Projector (MLRS) has been a staple of land armies since the days of World War 2 (1939-1945) when such projecting firepower showed its value in the many battles of Europe. The Soviets were key proponents of the MLRS cause and this was popularized through its rudimentary, yet effective, line of "Katyusha" vehicles which permeated the East Front. In the Cold War years, the Katyusha system was appropriately evolved and this created a myriad of related types firing a plethora of munition options. As a long-time Soviet customer, the Chinese adopted many of these same forms and have since gone on to design and development more in-house solutions - as characterized by the SR-5. The vehicle entered service during 2013.

The SR-5 utilizes a 6x6-wheeled truck chassis for forward-mounted cab and rear-set launcher unit. The launcher unit is set upon a traversable platform which supplies an inherent elevation reach for engagement of target area from any angle despite the orientation of the truck itself. The launcher can hold two types of launcher pods in 122mm and 220mm form and, within these calibers, the rockets can be of High-Explosive (HE), smoke, illumination, incendiary, chemical, biological, and nuclear payload types. The 122mm pod holds up to 20 rockets while the 220mm pod version carries 6 rockets.

The design of the SR-5 is intended to provide the Chinese Army with a self-sustained battlefield support vehicle. The truck carries its own powered crane system to manage reloading of the rocket pods. It supports its own crew of five that includes the driver. Upon reaching a designated target area, the system lowers supporting recoil struts, manages the onboard fire control computer, and clears its rocket payload within, minutes. It can then relocate to another area, meet a resupply vehicle, and conduct the process all over again.

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Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one land system design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the NORINCO SR-5 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).

1 x Diesel-fueled engine developing 400 horsepower.
Installed Power

53 mph
85 kph
Road Speed

373 miles
600 km
Range

Structure
The physical qualities of the NORINCO SR-5 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).

5
(MANNED)
Crew

50,045 lb
22,700 kg | 25.0 tons
Weight

Armament & Ammunition
Available supported armament, ammunition, and special-mission equipment featured in the design of the NORINCO SR-5 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).

2 x Rocket pods (122mm or 220mm types or mix of both) on trainable launch platform.

AMMUNITION:
Depending on fit: 20 x 122mm rockets; 6 x 220mm rockets; resupply from accompanying vehicle.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
Nightvision - YES
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Protection (CBRN) - YES

Variants
Notable series variants as part of the NORINCO SR-5 family line.

SR-5 - Base Series Designation.

Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the NORINCO SR-5. Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national land systems listing.

Total Production: 500 Units
Contractor(s): China NORth INdustries COmpany (NORINCO) - China

[ Bahrain; China; Venezuela ]

Design Qualities
Some designs are single-minded in their approach while others offer a more versatile solution to battlefield requirements.

FIRE SUPPORT / ASSAULT / BREACHING

Recognition
Some designs stand the test of time while others are doomed to never advance beyond the drawing board; let history be their judge.

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