9К512 Uragan-1M

The 9K512 "Uragan-1M" is a Russian multicaliber (220 mm/300 mm) multiple rocket launcher with the ability to swap launch containers.

History
In the mid-1990s, Russia began developing a new 9K512 Uragan-1M bi-caliber rocket system. In 1995, the Bryansk Automobile Plant started designing a chassis based on the BAZ-6910 "Voshchina-1" (see BAZ) for the new MLRS. However, due to a lack of funding, all work on its design was stopped at the end of 1996. Simultaneously, the designers at Motovilikha Plants explored the option of basing the system on the MZKT-7930 “Astrologer” chassis. After reviewing the projects, the Ministry of Defense chose the option of placing wheeled tractors on a chassis produced by the Minsk Plant. In this form, the new Uragan-1M MLRS entered testing.

In 2012, tests were conducted on the system. According to the state armament program of the Russian Federation, two regimental sets of Uragan-1M MLRS were to enter service with the ground forces in 2017.

In December 2023, NPO Splav announced the start of deliveries of the Uragan-1M MLRS to the Russian troops participating in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Design
The 9K512 "Uragan-1M" can be fitted with two banks of six 300 mm launch tubes or fifteen 220 mm launch tubes. It can launch guided 220 mm rockets with a range of 70 km, or guided 300 mm rockets with a range up to 200km (9M544).