New DRDO projects

[Chinmoy]

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This is the new unidentified launcher system for an unidentified missile which I had alluded to previously.

It has a 4 celled single cannister , which can be reloaded using the same launcher , no need of a additional missile reloading vehicle.

What is its cell size?

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[Enquirer]

This is the new unidentified launcher system for an unidentified missile which I had alluded to previously.

It has a 4 celled single cannister , which can be reloaded using the same launcher , no need of a additional missile reloading vehicle.

The only 4-celled launcher is Nirbhay.......

 

[porky_kicker]

The only 4-celled launcher is Nirbhay.......

You think this is for Nirbhay ?

Nirbhay is too huge a missile for horizontal loading , this launcher is for another missile , about which I am not aware as of now.

 

[Chinmoy]

You think this is for Nirbhay ?

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Seems like a centre line single hydraulic lift system. And 4 Nirbhay would mean around 6 tons. But this is a 5 ton system if I am right.

 

[Enquirer]

You think this is for Nirbhay ?

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Frankly I don't know!
It's just that most other missile configs come with 6 or 12 rockets/missiles

 

[porky_kicker]

What is its cell size?

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Size don't know , all I know is that the total payload weight is around 4 tons. So each missile < 1 ton.

 

[AnantS]

You think this is for Nirbhay ?

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Nirbhay is too huge a missile for horizontal loading , this launcher is for another missile , which I am not aware as of now.

maybe for shorad's or any in the works SAM (like SFDR )?

 

[porky_kicker]

Seems like a centre line single hydraulic lift system. And 4 Nirbhay would mean around 6 tons. But this is a 5 ton system if I am right.

If you look closely , you will see 2 hydraulic arms at either sides.

The interesting thing about this launcher system is - it can traverse from 90 degree to 0 degree so that individual missile cannisters can be pushed into the 4 cells of the launch container from ground horizontally. This eliminates the use of a hydraulic crane and makes reloading much easier.

 

[porky_kicker]

maybe for shorad's or any in the works SAM (like SFDR )?

In the pics it is not shown , but there is a telescopic mast with microwave communication antenna just like in Brahmos TEL.

Interestingly VL MICA has a somewhat similar looking launcher. Maybe Maitri ? But QRSAM eliminated the need of Maitri and the project was cancelled AFAIK. Or possibly drdo was inspired from the same.

I don't know for sure , only time will tell.

 

[Enquirer]

maybe for shorad's or any in the works SAM (like SFDR )?

Nope. SFDR will be long and slender missiles.
These ones look short and stubby!

 

[Chinmoy]

In the pics it is not shown , but there is a telescopic mast with microwave communication antenna just like in Brahmos TEL.

Interestingly VL MICA has a somewhat similar looking launcher. Maybe Maitri ? But QRSAM eliminated the need of Maitri and the project was cancelled AFAIK. Or possibly drdo was inspired from the same.

I don't know for sure , only time will tell.

In all probability, this is QRSAM launcher. The QRSAM config is similar to that of SPYDER, 4 missile arrangement. This along with the quick field replenishment fits into QRSAM profile.

 

[Enquirer]

In all probability, this is QRSAM launcher. The QRSAM config is similar to that of SPYDER, 4 missile arrangement. This along with the quick field replenishment fits into QRSAM profile.

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QRSAM is 6 missiles per launcher.

Spyder on an Indian launcher is a possibility!

 

[Indx TechStyle]

You think this is for Nirbhay ?

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Nirbhay is too huge a missile for horizontal loading , this launcher is for another missile , about which I am not aware as of now.

Prahar, Pragati or Pralay????
...............

 

[porky_kicker]

In all probability, this is QRSAM launcher. The QRSAM config is similar to that of SPYDER, 4 missile arrangement. This along with the quick field replenishment fits into QRSAM profile.

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I doubt it because , QRSAM is not a vertical launch system ( 90 degree vertical launch angle ). It is basically a point and shoot launcher to cut down time to attack hostiles.

QRSAM launches in a inclined angle < 90 degrees ( variable firing angle within a given firing arc )

While the firing position of the unidentified launcher is 90 degree ( vertical launch ) only. For reloading only it is inclined to 0 degree.

Anyways let's see , I prefer to keep all options open.

 

[porky_kicker]

Seems like a centre line single hydraulic lift system. And 4 Nirbhay would mean around 6 tons. But this is a 5 ton system if I am right.

Let me fullfill your wish

For you , a new launcher under development with a single centre line hydraulic / electro mechanical lift arm.

 

[Chinmoy]

QRSAM is 6 missiles per launcher.

Spyder on an Indian launcher is a possibility!

Yes... A Desi Spyder launcher is a possibility.

 

[Chinmoy]

Here for you , a new launcher under development with a single centre line hydraulic / electro mechanical lift arm.

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Yesssss.......... I was talking about this. Remember the MGM-140 mention.

 

[porky_kicker]

Yes... A Desi Spyder launcher is a possibility.

Just for the sake of conversation , I will bet on a surface to surface veriant of either SANT or RUDRAM. Maybe a extended version of the same with a booster for long range kill of hostile armour , bunkers etc like spike ER on steroids.

 

[porky_kicker]

Also new systems being developed for easier loading of missiles . Everything is fully automated.

 

[ezsasa]

Very interesting weapon system being considered for development!
4x4 truck with Autonomous (medium-range) rocket launch capability!!!

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there is a russian vehicle launched "Flame thrower" MBRL, anyone recall it's name?