Roketsan ASW rocket launcher system
| Roketsan ASW rocket launcher system | |
|---|---|
.JPG) Roketsan ASW rocket launcher system and rocket mockup | |
| Type | Anti-submarine rocket |
| Place of origin | Turkey |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Turkey (future) |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Roketsan |
| Specifications | |
| Mass |
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| Length | 1.3 m (rocket) |
| Diameter | 196 mm |
| Caliber | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Barrels | 6 |
| Effective firing range |
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| Warhead | High explosive |
| Warhead weight | 12 kg |
Detonation mechanism | Acoustic proximity fuse |
| Engine | Rocket |
| Propellant | Reduced smoke composite propellant |
Guidance system | Automatic using weapon management system and sonar data (manual as back-up) |
Launch platform | Surface ships |
| References | Roketsan[1][2] |
The Roketsan ASW rocket launcher system is an anti-submarine rocket system developed by Turkish company Roketsan.[1] It is designed to provide surface vessels with a close-range defense capability against underwater threats, primarily submarines.[2]
Development
The Roketsan ASW rocket and launcher system was developed by the Turkish defense company Roketsan to provide a modern anti-submarine warfare capability for surface platforms.[1] The system is going to integrated into various naval platforms, including the ULAQ unmanned surface vessel (USV) and the Ares Shipyard's 76-meter corvette design.[3][4] The system was showcased at the 6th Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition (ADEX) in 2016.[5] It is a key part of Turkey's efforts to develop homegrown defense systems and missiles to ensure national security.[6]
Design
The Roketsan ASW rocket and launcher system is designed to automatically engage submarines using a platform's existing weapon management system and sonar.[1] The system has a launch range of 500 to 2,000 meters and can be used against targets at depths of 15 to 300 meters.[1][7] The rockets, which can be fired in single or salvo modes, are equipped with a high-explosive warhead and a rocket motor.[1] The detonation depth of the rockets is controlled by a time fuse.[1] The launcher system itself features stabilization and can perform both automatic and manual target engagement.[1] A Fire Control System (FCS) calculates the necessary firing solution using navigation and target information from the surface platform.[1]
Operators
Future operators
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Anti submarine warfare (ASW) rocket and launcher system". Roketsan. Archived from the original on 24 April 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b "Roketsan ASW" (PDF). Roketsan. Archived (PDF) from the original on 24 May 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ "Roketsan Provides ULAQ's Teeth". TurDef. 16 February 2021. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 6 August 2025.
- ^ a b "DIMDEX 2024 – ARES Shipyard presents 76 metres corvette design". EDR Magazine. 10 March 2024. Archived from the original on 12 July 2025. Retrieved 6 August 2025.
- ^ "6th Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition". Azerbaijan Defense Exhibition. 29 August 2016. Archived from the original on 5 August 2025. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ "Homegrown missiles, systems of Türkiye's Roketsan ensure national security". Daily Sabah. 28 November 2024. Archived from the original on 2 June 2025. Retrieved 6 August 2025.
- ^ "Roketsan ASW rocket and launcher system". Military Periscope. Archived from the original on 24 June 2025. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ "IDEF25: ASFAT Displays Full Loadout Hisar-class OPV". Turdef. 22 July 2025. Archived from the original on 22 July 2025. Retrieved 4 August 2025.