India, Russia to Make Multiple Rocket Systems

Russian Smerch multiple rocket launcher

 

Moscow and Delhi have agreed to set up a joint venture in India for manufacturing and post-sales servicing of rockets for Russian Smerch multiple rocket launchers, state-run arms exporter Rosoboronexport said on Wednesday.

The two countries signed a memorandum of cooperation on August 27, the agency said.

“Complete rocket production technology will be transferred to the joint venture,” it said.

The Smerch MLRS uses 300mm rockets with a range of 70 to 90 km with a variety of warheads.

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