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| − | The '''Arbalète Artillery System''', | + | The '''Arbalète Artillery System''', also known as the '''Arbalète LRM17''', is a self-propelled multiple rocket launcher developed in 2017 for the [[Montesayettean Army]]. It features a primary element consisting of a pod containing twelve UFM(L) 262 mm rockets or four Percuteur 400 mm tactical ballistic missiles. These are mounted on an adapted 8×8 chassis, originally from an all-terrain articulated hauler. The crew and engine compartments are armored, while the cab is equipped with bullet- and fragmentation-resistant windows. Notably, the system's modular design allows for the integration of a lightweight, remote-controlled weapon station atop the crew compartment. Additionally, the Arbalète system includes an ammunition replenishment vehicle and a Milos support vehicle. |
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Revision as of 11:37, 5 July 2023
| Arbalète | |
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| Type | Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher |
| Place of origin | Montesayette |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2017–present |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Military Technical Institute |
| Manufacturer | Montesayettean State Industries Group Company |
| Produced | 2017–present |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 38.0 tonnes (83,776 lb) |
| Length | 11 m (36 ft 1 in) |
| Width | 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in) |
| Height | 3.45 m (11 ft 4 in) |
| Crew | 4 |
| Traverse | 360° |
| Effective firing range | UFM(L): 70 km (44 mi) |
| Maximum firing range | Percuteur: 285 km (177 mi) |
| Sights | Computerized FCS w/ C4I2 battle management software |
| Armor | Steel & appliqué |
Main armament |
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Secondary armament |
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| Engine | 7.2-liter, 6-cylinder inline water-cooled diesel 275 hp (205 kW) |
Operational range | 400 km (250 mi) |
| Speed | 85 km/h (53 mph) |
Guidance system | INS/SATNAV |
The Arbalète Artillery System, also known as the Arbalète LRM17, is a self-propelled multiple rocket launcher developed in 2017 for the Montesayettean Army. It features a primary element consisting of a pod containing twelve UFM(L) 262 mm rockets or four Percuteur 400 mm tactical ballistic missiles. These are mounted on an adapted 8×8 chassis, originally from an all-terrain articulated hauler. The crew and engine compartments are armored, while the cab is equipped with bullet- and fragmentation-resistant windows. Notably, the system's modular design allows for the integration of a lightweight, remote-controlled weapon station atop the crew compartment. Additionally, the Arbalète system includes an ammunition replenishment vehicle and a Milos support vehicle.
