Newest Sarma MLRS being created in Russia

2 June, 2023 A late variant of the Russian 9A52-4 Kama 300mm rocket launcher. Russia. Photo credits: Russian media

Russia is working on creation of a new 300mm Sarma MLRS with increased mobility. According to Russian media, the system will be able to use guided munitions. The Sarma MLRS will be a continuation of the Kama MRL project, which was built on the KamAZ chassis.

The new MLRS will have increased mobility and protection, being able, in particular, to use precision-guided munitions. It is reported that the rocket launcher will be equipped with an improved automated fire control system.

9M544/9M549 300mm rocket projectiles of the Tornado-S multiple-launch rocket system

Today, Russian troops use 300mm guided missiles with the Tornado-S MLRS. Such rocket projectiles are equipped with an inertial navigation system with satellite adjustment, which allows it to accurately strike different targets.

The 9?52-4 rocket-launcher vehicle of the 300mm 9?58 Kama multiple launch rocket system was introduced in 2007.

A later version of the Russian 9A52-4 Kama 300mm MRL. Russia. Photo credits: Russian media

The launcher had 6 rails instead of 12 (as on the Smerch MLRS) and was created on the chassis of the ?????-6350 with the 8x8 wheel formula.

Currently, three 300mm multiple rocket launchers are in service with the Russian army, namely: Smerch MLRS, Tornado-S MLRS in its modernized version and Uragan-M1 MLRS. The latter system is presented in a small number.