
The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to use American HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems with
What is known
Ukrainian defenders published a video of the launch of one M31A1 GMLRS rocket. In the M142 HIMARS launch container, six of these "missiles" are placed.
GMLRS (Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System) –This is a family of 227 mm caliber guided missiles manufactured by the American company Lockheed Martin. The M31 can engage targets at a range of approximately 90 km.
Pretty HQ footage (I added Slo-Mo) showing a Ukrainian HIMARS system launching a M31A1 GMRLS missile. pic.twitter.com/QxIlasvDyC
— Cᴀʟɪʙʀᴇ Oʙsᴄᴜʀᴀ (@CalibreObscura) September 24, 2022
The projectile uses an ESAF demolition unit with threetrigger levels: approach, impact and delay after impact. Modification M31A1 is distinguished by the possibility of an air explosion. There is also a newer version of the M31A2 with reduced collateral loss. Serial production began three years ago.
Source: @CalibreObscura