I don't see much more here however I will further look into the Norwegian NASAM mobile launcher issue, which as stated below, I believe will use the same platform as the Finns. Again from PP#1 2011/2012.
SPA and SPAA
Just a couple of items here with a reminder.
M1. FINLAND/M270 MRLS/DEC 2011/UNIT 557 & 554(?)/MODIFY/Finland has only been operating the system since 2007. This upgrade provides for Precision Fire FCS, GPS Targeting, extends ordnance options and ranges.
http://www.lockheedmartin.com/news/p...3_million.html
http://www.defpro.com/news/details/24639/
http://www.deagel.com/news/Finnish-A...000008771.aspx
http://www.army-technology.com/projects/mlrs/
http://www.asdnews.com/news/30848/Fi...em_Upgrade.htm
Pics:
A1. ADD/RUSSIA/TORNADO MRLS/APR 2011/C2/6 & 12 ML 300mm SMERCH Rockets/ These are updated versions of the SMERCH rocket that are GPS guided. It can carry multiple munitions types and can still launch the unguided versions. The key here is the improved operability of the system from the launcher which is much more maneuverable, air mobile and much easier and faster to reload. This is the replacement for the BM-21 GRAD which is taking place at this time. The Max. range is 70km and 90km with a specialized rocket.
http://www.armyrecognition.com/russi...formation.html
See Page 3 Post #30 Item #2.
A2. ADD/FINLAND/NASAMS II FIN/JAN 2015/C 4/6 Multiple Launcher AIM 120 AMRAAM/USE UNIT 551 TRUCK/Modify UNIT 559 accordly./ The truck used in
UNIT 551 looks like the SISU 8x8 that will be the primary carrier for the system. This system will be more advanced then shown by UNIT 559 which was probably based on NASAMS as used by the Norwegians for the past ten years. I also believe the Norwegian system is mobile as well but might not get to it this first time around and I think they also use the same truck as well. Most Refs below were pulled from the
"Transport for U.S. Patriot..." thread Pgs. 3 & 4. As you can see I built on to this one, didn't expect to see it, and missed it at first.
http://www.defpro.com/news/details/23345/
http://www.defenseindustrydaily.com/...Systems-05398/
http://www.defensenews.com/story.php?i=4313048
http://www.raytheon.com/newsroom/fea...aam/index.html
http://www.armyrecognition.com/april...y_0804113.html
http://www.sisudefence.fi/node/29
http://www.sisudefence.fi/product/8x8
A3. ADD/POLAND/ZUBR P/APR 2011/C2/RWS POPARD SAM w/12 PZR GROM-2 AA missiles./ To be honest I'm making an educated guess on GROM load out based on size and payload capacity of the ZUBR-P and size of the missile as it is also a MANPAD system used by Polish forces. The Poles also use the GROM-2 on the
ZSU-23-4MP BIALA and ZUR-23-2KG.
http://www.army-technology.com/projects/zubr-apc/
http://www.militaryfactory.com/armor...p?armor_id=451
http://www.military-today.com/apc/zubr_mrap.htm
http://articles.janes.com/articles/J...om-Poland.html
Pic:
R1. THAILAND/CAESAR/REMINDER/ADD per Post #32 (DATA already in PP format.)./USE FRANCE UNIT 050 or 051. /Post #7 provides additional background information.
R2. SAUDI ARABIA/CAESAR/REMINDER/ADD per Post #32 (DATA already in PP format.)./USE FRANCE UNIT 050 or 051. /Post #7 provides additional background information.
News...
1. DENAL of S. Africa, an LAV III and a 105mm and you got a fast, mobile and as it turns out an highly accurate SPA piece.
http://www.armyrecognition.com/south..._pictures.html
http://www.army-guide.com/eng/article/article_2253.html
2. The extent to which some countries arm their POLICE in this case they engage the PPK rebels regularly.
http://www.dmilt.com/index.php?optio...asia&Itemid=56
3. Brazil and the ASTROS 2020 MRL Program and Israel is watching as it looks to update it's SPA's.
http://www.dmilt.com/index.php?optio...rica&Itemid=58
http://www.defpro.com/news/details/27262/
That should be it for the segments, now PP#2 work can now can continue.
Gotta rescue a 180lb. dummy amongst other things in the morning so I'll say good night and have a great week!
Regards,
Pat
