Astros II MLRS

Astros II MLRS
Land	Brazilië
Role	De artillerie van de raket
In gebruik	Sinds 1983
Gebouwd	Onbewust

ASTROS II (Artillery Saturation Rocket System) is een zelfrijdende meervoudige raketwerper geproduceerd in Brazilië door het bedrijf Avibras. Het heeft een modulair ontwerp en maakt gebruik van raketten met kalibers variërend van 127 mm tot 450 mm (5-17,72 inch). Het werd ontwikkeld op basis van een Tectran VBT-2028 6×6 terreinwagen voor verbeterde mobiliteit.

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ASTROS (LMU) Walk Around
Fotograaf	Gino Marcomini
Lokalisatie	Onbewust
Foto 's	56

ASTROS – LMU 1

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ASTROS – LMU 3

ASTROS – LMU 4

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General Characteristics

The Avibras ASTROS II is a Brazilian-made, self-propelled Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) designed for battlefield saturation and long-range fire support. Its most significant feature is its modular design, allowing the launch vehicle (AV-LMU) to quickly swap specialized launch pods for a wide range of rocket calibers—from 70 mm training rockets up to 450 mm tactical cruise missiles. ASTROS II has been extensively battle-proven, notably by Iraq and Saudi Arabia during the Gulf Wars. Modern variants, such as the ASTROS 2020 (Mk6), incorporate enhanced armor, digital systems, and GPS-guided munitions. The system is highly mobile, with all components mounted on high-mobility wheeled chassis.

Property	Typical Value (ASTROS II Mk3/Mk6)
Role	Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), Battlefield Saturation
National Origin	Brazilië
Fabrikant	Avibras Aeroespacial S/A
Service Entry	1983-heden
Bemanning	3 (Commander, Driver, Gunner/Operator)
Mass (Combat)	10,000 kg (Mk3) up to 27,000 kg (Mk6)
Lengte	Approx. 7 m (23 ft)
Chassis Base	Tectran VBT-2028 6×6 or Tatra 815-7 6×6 (Mk6)
Harnas	Armored cab protection against small arms fire and shell fragments.

Powerplant and Mobility

Engine: Mercedes OM422 8-cylinder diesel (earlier versions) or modern diesel (Mk6).
Power Output: 209 kW (280 hp).
Suspension: 6×6 wheeled chassis, providing high off-road mobility.
Maximum Speed (Road): 90 km/h (56 mph).
Operational Range: Approx. 480 km (300 mi).
Stabilization: Equipped with four hydraulic jacks to stabilize the vehicle during rocket launch.

🔥 Armament and Calibers

Main Armament: Universal Multiple Launcher Module (AV-LMU) that accepts interchangeable rocket pods.
Secondary Armament: 1 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning heavy machine gun for self-defense.
Key Rocket Calibers (SS series) and Payloads:
- SS-30: 127 mm caliber. Max Range: 30 km. Load: 32 rockets per launcher.
- SS-40/SS-40G (Guided): 180 mm caliber. Max Range: 40 km. Load: 16 rockets per launcher.
- SS-60/SS-80: 300 mm caliber. Max Range: Up to 90 km. Load: 4 rockets per launcher.
- SS-150: 450 mm caliber. Max Range: 150 km. Load: 4 rockets per launcher.
Tactical Missile:
- AV-TM 300 (Tactical Cruise Missile): 450 mm caliber. Max Range: 300 km. Load: 2 missiles per launcher. Features GPS/INS guidance for high accuracy.
Warhead Types: High Explosive (HE), fragmentation, anti-tank/anti-personnel cluster munitions (bomblets), and specialized warheads for anti-ship and runway denial missions.