A-100 (multiple rocket launcher)
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The A-100 is a 300 mm (12 in), 10-tube multiple rocket launcher developed by Beijing-based China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT, also known as 1st Space Academy) for the Chinese PLA ground forces. It is a derivative of Weishi Rockets WS-1 with simple cascade terminal inertial guidance.[citation needed]
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A-100 | |
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Type | Multiple rocket launcher |
Place of origin | China |
Service history | |
In service | 2000-present |
Wars | Operation Marg Bar Sarmachar |
Production history | |
Designer | China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology |
Designed | 1997-2000 |
Manufacturer | China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology |
Specifications | |
Mass | 45 t |
Length | 9 m (29 ft 6 in) |
Width | 2.8 m (9 ft) |
Height | 3.2 m (10 ft) |
Crew | 4 |
Caliber | 300 mm (12 in) |
Barrels | 10 |
Maximum firing range | 120 km (75 mi) |
Main armament | Rockets |
Engine | diesel 640 hp (480 kW) |
Suspension | 8×8 wheeled |
Operational range | 650 km (400 mi) |
Maximum speed | 60 km/h (37 mph) |
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Although, not active with the Chinese military, the system is active with the Pakistan Army. [1]