Iran tested a multiple launch rocket system with a Fath 360 ballistic missile with a launch range of 100 km, a speed of 5000 km/h and satellite guidance

The Iranian military a few days ago tested the Fath 360 multiple rocket launcher, which is considered a response to the American M142 HIMARS and M270 MLRS. The test took place as part of the Eghtedar 1401 exercise.

Here's What We Know

The Fath 360 ballistic missile reaches a speed of 3,700 km/h after launch. It can be increased up to 5000 km/h during active flight. It is assumed that the Iranian missile will maintain guidance using the Russian satellite navigation system GLONASS.

Fath 360 is a representative of Fateh family of ballistic missiles. Its length is 4 m and diameter is 30 cm. The warhead weighs 150 kg. The mass of the whole missile ranges from 850 to 1100 kg. It can hit targets at ranges up to 100 km. The small dimensions and weight allow for the fitting of a truck-mounted launcher for two, four or six Fath 360 missiles.

HIMARS and M270 MLRS use GMLRS rockets with a launch range of up to 84 km. The warhead mass is 70 kg and the flight speed is almost 3,100 km/h. The HIMARS can fire six rockets at a time. The M270 MLRS has two containers for a total of 12 GMLRSs.

Source: Army Recognition