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Fatah (multiple rocket launcher)

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Fatah
TypeGuided Multiple rocket launcher
Place of originPakistan
Service history
In service2021–present
WarsOperation Marg Bar Sarmachar
2025 India–Pakistan conflict
Production history
DesignerNESCOM
Designed2020s
ManufacturerNESCOM
Produced2021–present
VariantsFatah-I
Fatah-II
Specifications
Crew4

Caliber300 mm (Fatah-I)
Barrels8 (Fatah-I), 2 (Fatah-II)
Maximum firing range140 km (Fatah-I)
400 km (Fatah-II)

Main
armament
Fatah-I rockets
Fatah-II rockets
EngineDeutz turbocharged diesel
517 hp (386 kW)
Suspension8×8 wheeled
Operational
range
800 km
Maximum speed 80 km/h (50 mph)

The Fatah (Urdu: فتح, "Victory"), is a family of guided multiple rocket launchers developed by Pakistan.[1] It consists of rockets of different calibers and ranges.[2]

History

Fatah-I was test fired on January 7, 2021, with the Pakistani government claiming a range of up to 140 kilometers (87 miles).[1] Fatah-II was test fired on December 27, 2023 with claims of a range of 400 kilometers.[3][better source needed]

Variants

Fatah-I

Fatah-I was the first missile in the Fatah rocket series. The missile is equipped with advanced navigation and guidance systems, allowing it to engage a variety of targets with high accuracy.[1]

The Fatah-I can be launched from a variety of platforms, providing flexibility in its deployment. It was primarily developed as a short to medium-range precision strike system.[1]

Fatah-II

The Fatah-II is a longer-range and more advanced version of the Fatah-I. [3][better source needed]

The Fatah-II is mounted on a Chinese Taian TAS5450 eight-wheel drive chassis, providing enhanced mobility and operational flexibility. It integrates satellite and inertial navigation systems, which enables a circular error probable radius (CEP) of less than 10 meters.[3][better source needed]

Operators

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d Khan, Uswa (2021-01-12). "Fatah-1: A New Security and Technological Development About Pakistan's Indigenous GMLRS". Modern Diplomacy. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  2. ^ "Pakistan fires Fatah-II: What are ballistic missiles? Does India have them?". Firstpost. 2025-05-10. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  3. ^ a b c "Understanding Pakistan's Rationale for the Fatah-II Rocket". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 2025-05-10.