Ukraine receives multiple-launch rocket systems from Czech Republic

Czech Republic supplied multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS) of RM-70 Vampire brand to Ukraine, Korrespondent.net informs, citing Ukraine’s automotive manufacturer UkrAvtoprom.

The MLRS was reportedly developed in former Czechoslovakia in the 1970s, and actually copies the Soviet-made BM-21 Grad.

The RM-70 Vampir is built on the chassis of the Tatra T-815-7 8×8 military tactical truck. The basic configuration of the rocket launcher

The crew cabin accommodates three personnel on individual seats fitted with three-point seatbelt and adjustable headrest. The forward hull of the vehicle can be installed with a hydraulically operated dozer blade for the clearance of obstacles to create fire positions.

The MLRS vehicle has a weight of 18,080 kg with an unloaded rocket launcher, while the weight with a load of 80 rockets is 25,890 kg. The rear section of the truck chassis is mounted with a 40-round launcher, while an additional batch of 40 122 mm rockets is housed behind the crew cab for rapid loading.

The MLRS features an advanced fire control system equipped with a ballistic computer. It also includes inertial navigation system and Global Positioning System (GPS), as well as command and control systems. The PG-1M panoramic periscope sight enables the operator to aim the targets.