• About
  • Contact
Saturday, January 23, 2021
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
TUR
Advertisement
English Defence News
  • Home
  • News
    • Common News
    • Air Force and Air Systems
    • Land Forces and Land Systems
    • Navy and Marine Systems
  • Articles
  • Turkish Defence Industry Products
    • Land Platforms
      • Tracked Vehicles
      • Wheeled Vehicles
      • Special Vehicles
    • Ships
      • Warship
      • Amphibious Ships
      • Support Ships
      • Coast Guard and Patrol Boats
    • Aerospace
      • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
      • Rotary-Wing
      • Fixed Wing Aircraft Systems
      • Space Systems
    • Radars and EW
      • Electronic Warfare Systems
      • Radars and Sensors
      • Jammers
    • Warfare and Electronic Systems
      • Avionic Systems
      • Command Control and Information Systems
      • Communication Systems
      • Simulators
    • Weapon Systems
      • Air Defense Systems
      • Light Weapons and Ammunition
      • Heavy Weapons and Ammunition
      • Missile & Rocket Systems
    • Supply and R & D Projects
  • Home
  • News
    • Common News
    • Air Force and Air Systems
    • Land Forces and Land Systems
    • Navy and Marine Systems
  • Articles
  • Turkish Defence Industry Products
    • Land Platforms
      • Tracked Vehicles
      • Wheeled Vehicles
      • Special Vehicles
    • Ships
      • Warship
      • Amphibious Ships
      • Support Ships
      • Coast Guard and Patrol Boats
    • Aerospace
      • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
      • Rotary-Wing
      • Fixed Wing Aircraft Systems
      • Space Systems
    • Radars and EW
      • Electronic Warfare Systems
      • Radars and Sensors
      • Jammers
    • Warfare and Electronic Systems
      • Avionic Systems
      • Command Control and Information Systems
      • Communication Systems
      • Simulators
    • Weapon Systems
      • Air Defense Systems
      • Light Weapons and Ammunition
      • Heavy Weapons and Ammunition
      • Missile & Rocket Systems
    • Supply and R & D Projects
No Result
View All Result
English Defence News
Home Turkish Defence Industry Products Weapon Systems Missile & Rocket Systems

MCL (Multi – Caliber Launcher) Weapon System

by Sema Susar
April 8, 2020
in Missile & Rocket Systems
0
MCL (Multi – Caliber Launcher) Weapon System
0
SHARES
36
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
ADVERTISEMENT

MCL (MULTI-CALIBER LAUNCHER) WEAPON SYSTEM

MCL (Multi-Caliber Launcher) Weapon System is capable of providing precise fire on critical targets between 16 – 280 km range.

MCL  Weapon System is a highly maneuverable fire support system that can fire TR-122, TRB-122, TRG-122, TRG-230, TRG-300, TRGK-300 and KHAN Rockets and Missiles. The battery is composed of Command & Control Vehicle, Launchers, Ammo Supply Vehicles, Meteorology Vehicle and Maintenance & Repair Vehicle, as well as other mission vehicles needed.

System Specifications

• Steel or Composite Pods
• Onboard Crane for Ammunition Supply (Optional)
• Automatic Aiming
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless – Voice/Data)
• Hydraulic Stabilization System
• Integrated Ground Meteorology System
• Cabin Pressurization System (Optional)
• Power Supply and Distribution System
• Firing from the Cabin or Remote Firing Capability
• Ready to Fire within 5 Minutes
• Ballistic Protection (Optional)

Battery Structure

The MCL Weapon System Battery is capable of performing independent missions with its mission support vehicles. A typical MCL  Weapon System battery is composed of 1 x Command & Control Vehicle, 6 x Launcher Vehicles, 6 x Ammo Supply Vehicles, 1 x Meteorology Vehicle and 1 x Maintenance & Repair Vehicle. The number and type of vehicles can be customized.

Battery Organization

The Command & Control System and Weapon Management System of the battery can be integrated with modern fire support automation (tactical fire direction system) and battlefield command-control and management systems. Target acquisition radars or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles supply target information to the Battery.

Command & Control Vehicle (CCV)

CV coordinates missions on battery level connecting with higher command. The CCV is a mission vehicle that provides the management of technical fire and the command and control functions in order to manage the battery. The CCV can be used as the Command & Control Vehicle at battalion level as well.

• 4×4 or 6×6 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
• Air-Conditioned, EMI/EMC Protected Shelters in NATO Standards
• Command & Control System
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless VoiceData)
• Low Altitude Meteorological System
• Ground Meteorological System
• Power Supply and Distribution System
• Five-Man Crew

Launching Vehicle (LV)

The LV is a highly mobile system with superior fire power which is capable of firing 40 x 122 mm rockets/ missiles or 12 x 230 mm missiles or 4 x 300 mm missiles or 1 x 610 mm missile within a short period.

• 6×6 or 8×8 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
• Multi-Caliber Cradle for 122 mm Caliber 2 x 20 and 300 mm Caliber or 230 mm Caliber 2x 6 or 300 mm caliber 2×2 or 1 x 610 mm caliber Sealed and Thermally Insulated Pods
• Sealed Pods Against Adverse Weather and Environmental Conditions and Minimized Loading Time
• Flexible Cradle and Weapon Management System for Other Types of Ammunition of the Future
• INS/GPS Navigation System
• Automatic Laying System with the use of Inertial Navigation Unit (INU)
• Weapon Management System
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless-VoiceData)
• Hydraulic Stabilization System
• Integrated Ground Meteorology System
• Cabin Pressurization System (Optional)
• Power Supply and Distribution System
• Local (Inside Driver’s Cab) or Remote Firing Capability
• Ballistic Protection (Optional)
• Ready to Fire In Maximum Five Minutes
• Three-Man Crew

Ammunition Supply Vehicle (ASV)

The ASV is the mission vehicle which performs ammunition transportation, loading the LV in all weather and terrain conditions in the field.

• 6×6 or 8×8 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
• Integrated Ammunition Loading Crane
• Hydraulic Stabilization System
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless Voice)
• Three-Man Crew Meteorology Vehicle (MetV) The MetV has a High Altitude MET System and a Ground MET System. The MetV provides the high altitude meteorological reports required for 122 mm rocket firing and sends them to CCV and to the LV’s for ballistic calculation before firing.
• 4×4 or 6×6 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
• Air-Conditioned, EMI/EMC Protected Shelters in NATO Standards
• Power Supply and Distribution System
• High Altitude Meteorological (MET) System
• Ground Meteorological (MET) System
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless VoiceData)
• Three-Man Crew Maintenance & Repair Vehicle (MRV) The MRV is a mission support vehicle which performs maintenance and repair functions in the field at a unit level within a MCL battery. The MRV can be used as a second level maintenance vehicle at battalion level as well.
• 6×6 or 8×8 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
• Air-Conditioned, EMI/EMC Protected Shelters in NATO Standards
• Crane
• Recovery Winch
• Power Supply and Distribution System
• Communication System (Wired/Wireless Voice)
• Repair & Maintenance Kits
• Three Man Crew

Deterrent Force

The system is a deterrent force due to its long range and mass fire capabilities. It can therefore perform vital tasks in a wide range of missions from peace keeping, defence and to attack operations for the support of a maneuvering force.

Shoot and Scoot Capability

The Launcher perfectly performs “shoot and scoot” with its inertial and global navigation and automatic aiming systems.
• Capability to fire within 5 minutes after deploying
• Capability to displace in 5 minutes after firing
• Capability to carry out multiple firing missions in a short period of time

High Mobility

The Launcher Vehicle is a 6×6 or 8×8 tactical wheeled vehicle, which provides superior on-road and off-road travel capability. Its compact and robust structure provides a reliable launching platform.

High Survivability

The system provides high survivability on the battlefield with its quick aiming and displacement capability, shoot and scoot ability, high mobility and secure digital & voice communication system.

Transportability

The system can be transported by land, air, sea and railways.

It is transportable by almost all types of cargo planes.

Minimum Crew

Due to the fully automatic weapon control, navigation and laying systems, the MCL has a crew of just two, consisting of a commander and a driver. However, the crew number can be increased according to the user’s needs.

Flexibility

The flexibility of the MCL makes it a very important fire support asset. The multi-caliber launch, variety of amunitions, the organizational structure and transportability are the main capabilities in addition to the other capabilities mentioned above to provide and enhance the flexibility of the MCL. The multi-caliber launch and variety of munitions give fire support planners flexibility for the fire planning to support maneuvering forces. The MCL organizational structure and modern sub- systems allow assignment of tactical missions down to platoon
or section level if required. In addition to the 122 mm, 230 mm, 300 mm and 610 mm missiles, the MCL is able to fire rockets and guided munitions of the future due to its flexible and modular structure. The MCL platform is a 6×6 or 8×8 tactical wheeled vehicle whose brand and models are chosen according to the customer’s logistical
infra-structure and demand. It is equipped with the necessary mechanical, electrical and electronic sub-systems to perform various steps required (mission planning, deployment, ballistic calculation, laying etc.) in order to
conduct a firing mission. The MCL system can be customized in different versions, which have different sub-systems including platform (vehicles), radios, power sources, navigation system etc., in various brands and models according to the user’s logistical infra-structure and needs.

Sealed Pod

The MCL is a launching platform with superior fire power that can fire 40 rounds 122 mm rockets / missiles or 12 rounds 230 mm missiles or 4 rounds 300 mm missiles or 1 round 610 mm missile. It uses sealed and thermal insulated rocket pods with minimum reloading time and maximum protection against adverse environmental conditions for munitions.

Multi Caliber Launch

The MCL Launcher has the capability to launch 122 mm, 230 mm, 300 mm and 610 mm missiles, giving the MCL units the capability to cover the target area from three kilometers up to more than 280 kilometers in range. Depending on the threat and the mission, it can be loaded in advance with the required type of rockets or missiles.

Fire Control System

The Fire Control System of MCL Weapon System provides mission critical advantages.

• Computer Aided-Deployment
• Fire Planning
• Technical Fire Direction
• Situational Awareness
• Digital Integration to other Fire Support Systems
• Digital Mapping
• Digital Communication
• User friendly interface

 

Technical Specifications

Diameter 122 mm, 230 mm, 300 mm and 610 mm
Range 10 – 280 km
Number of Tubes 2×20 TR-122, TRB-122, TRG-122
2×6 TRG-230
2×4 TRG-300, TRGK-300
1x KHAN
Salvo Interval 0.5 – 15 sec
Vehicle 6×6 or 8×8 Tactical Wheeled Vehicle
Aiming Automatic
Manual (Back-Up)
Stabilization 4 Hydraulic Legs
Vehicle Navigation System Inertial Navigation System / Global Positioning System

Tags: CaliberMCLMCL SystemMulti CaliberMulti Caliber LauncherRoketsanRoketsan A.ŞRoketsan CML SystemRoketsan MCLRoketsan MCL System
Sema Susar

Sema Susar

Mechanical Engineer

Next Post
T-122 Rocket Launcher (MBRL) System

T-122 Rocket Launcher (MBRL) System

Please login to join discussion

Popular News

    • Trending
    • Comments
    • Latest
    Saudi Arabia produces Turkish Armed UAV as of 2021

    Saudi Arabia produces Turkish Armed UAV as of 2021

    July 14, 2020
    What happened to Turkey Leopard 2A4 modernization?

    What happened to Turkey Leopard 2A4 modernization?

    May 29, 2020
    Turnover of Turkish defense industry exceeds $10 billion for first time

    Turnover of Turkish defense industry exceeds $10 billion for first time

    July 25, 2020
    STM Kargu suicide UAV used in Fire Free-2020 drill

    STM Kargu suicide UAV used in Fire Free-2020 drill

    November 17, 2020
    Product Family of Sarsılmaz Grows With PMT Machineguns

    Product Family of Sarsılmaz Grows With PMT Machineguns

    2
    Tests for Early Warning Radar System begin

    Tests for Early Warning Radar System begin

    1
    On Turkish Navy and Aircraft Carrier

    On Turkish Navy and Aircraft Carrier

    1
    I Class Frigate

    First of I Class (Istif), TCG Istanbul will be launched by the end of 2020

    1
    Northrop Grumman Successfully Completes Validation Test of New Rocket Motor for United Launch Alliance

    Northrop Grumman Successfully Completes Validation Test of New Rocket Motor for United Launch Alliance

    January 22, 2021
    New autonomous minesweepers to protect sailors at sea

    New autonomous minesweepers to protect sailors at sea

    January 20, 2021
    Joint Statement on Carrier Strike Group 2021 Joint Declaration Signing

    Joint Statement on Carrier Strike Group 2021 Joint Declaration Signing

    January 19, 2021
    British Army trains 500th Somali soldier in infantry skills

    British Army trains 500th Somali soldier in infantry skills

    January 16, 2021

    Category

    • Aerospace Systems
    • Air Defense Systems
    • Air Force and Air Systems
    • Amphibious Ships
    • Articles
    • Coast Guard and Patrol Boats
    • Command Control and Information Systems
    • Common News
    • Communication Systems
    • Electronic Warfare Systems
    • Fixed Wing Aircraft Systems
    • General
    • Heavy Weapons and Ammunition
    • Jammers
    • Land Forces and Land Systems
    • Land Platforms
    • Light Weapons and Ammunition
    • Missile & Rocket Systems
    • Navy and Marine Systems
    • News
    • Radars and Electronical Warfare Systems
    • Radars and Sensors
    • Rotary-Wing
    • Simulators
    • Space Systems
    • Special Vehicles
    • Supply and R & D Projects
    • Support Ships
    • Tracked Vehicles
    • Turkish Defence Industry Products
    • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
    • Warship
    • Weapon Systems
    • Wheeled Vehicles

    About Us

    Defense Turk produces news, articles, analysis and content related to the defense industry, especially the Turkish Defense Industry.

    • About
    • Contact

    © 2017- 2020 @ Defence Turk

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Login
    • TUR
    • Home
    • News
    • Articles
    • Turkish Defence Industry Products
      • Land Platforms
        • Tracked Vehicles
        • Wheeled Vehicles
        • Special Vehicles
      • Aerospace Systems
        • Fixed Wing Aircraft Systems
        • Rotary-Wing
        • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
        • Space Systems
      • Ships
        • Amphibious Ships
        • Coast Guard and Patrol Boats
        • Support Ships
        • Warship
      • Radars and Electronical Warfare Systems
      • Warfare and Electronic Systems
      • Weapon Systems
      • Supply and R & D Projects

    © 2017- 2020 @ Defence Turk

    Welcome Back!

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password?

    Create New Account!

    Fill the forms below to register

    All fields are required. Log In

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In