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 |