BM-21UM Berest Ukrainian 122mm Multiple Rocket Launcher
BM-21UM Berest
Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)
Other
Basic Information
Name
BM-21UM Berest Ukrainian 122mm Multiple Rocket Launcher
Designation
BM-21UM Berest
Alternate Designation
BM-21UM Berest
Equipment Type
Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)
Manufacturer
KrAZ
Date of Introduction
2018
Description
The BM-21UM Berest Ukrainian 122mm Multiple Rocket Launcher can be seen as a further development of the Ukrainian BM-21U. Essentially it is a modernized version of the venerable BM-21 Grad.
Ground Specifications
Crew
5
Engine
238D diesel (330 hp)
Max Speed
95.0 km/h
Range
600.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
BM-21UM Berest
Type
Multiple Rocket Launcher
Caliber
122 mm
Manufacturer
KrAZ
Configuration
4x4
Chassis
KrAZ-5401NE
Crew
5 ea
Cabin
The cabin is fitted with four doors that allow the crew to enter and exit the vehicle. It offers sufficient space to house the computation and fire control equipment.
Emplacement Time
The MRLS can be prepared for firing in 30 seconds and the crew can fire all 50 rockets within 25 seconds without the need for leaving the cabin.
Displacement Time
INA
Dimensions
Length
7.4 m
Width
2.5 m
Height
2.9 m
Weight, Empty
15 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
238D diesel
Engine Power
330 hp
Maximum Range
600 km
Maximum Speed
95 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
40%
Vertical Step
0.5 m
Trench
0.6 m
Fording
1.2 m
Main Weapon System
System
Name
INA
Type
Multiple Rocket Launcher
Caliber
122 mm
Number of Tubes
50 ea
Maximum Firing Range
20 - 40 km
Full Salvo Duration
25 seconds
Reloading Time
10 - 15 minutes
Note #1
The rear hull of the truck is mounted with a launcher with 50 3m-long tubes in five rows, delivering 25% more capacity when compared to the 40-tube BM-21 Grad MRLS.
Note #2
The rectangular-shaped launcher can be rotated away from the cab towards the direction of the designated targets. Each rocket fired by Berest can engage targets at a range of more than 50km. It can be armed with different types of warheads including high-explosive fragmentation, incendiary, and chemical, or anti-tank submunitions.
Ammunition
Name
INA
Type
HE-FRAG Rocket
Rocket Length
INA
Rocket Diameter
INA
Rocket Weight
66 kg
Warhead Weight
18 kg
Basic Load
50 ea
Fire Control System (FCS)
FCS
The new digital fire control system installed in the cabin allows the crew to safely handle the firing sequence.
Battlefield Information System
The new battlefield information system on board the MRLS enables the crew to collect and analyse the real-time information sourced by multiple platforms such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), counter-battery radars, and surveillance systems.
Artillery Guidance System
The onboard fire control system in combination with artillery guidance system ensures superior firepower, highly accurate firing and reduced preparation time when compared to the Grad MRLS.
Protection
Armor
INA
Applique Armor
INA
NBC Protection
INA
Smoke Equipment
INA
Details
Country of Origin
Ukraine
Category
Rocket Artillery Systems
Land > Artillery > Rocket Artillery Systems
Filter Label
B
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
7.4 m
Width
2.5 m
Height
2.9 m
Weight
15000 kg
Operators (1)
Ukraine
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