PCL-191 MLRS. Photo: X @clashreport
Chinese state media recently published a video revealing details about the training and tests of the PCL-191 MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System), widely compared to the U.S. HIMARS system.
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The footage shows the systems being transported by train, as well as fire tests conducted during the training.
According to the information released, the systems were transferred via a 3,000-kilometer railway route as part of the military exercise. The PCL-191 is capable of launching up to eight 370 mm rockets, with a range of approximately 350 kilometers, or two Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles of 750 mm, with a range of up to 500 kilometers. This versatility makes the PCL-191 a crucial weapon in China’s military operations.
The video highlights China’s logistical capabilities, emphasizing the importance of the country’s railway network. China currently has one of the largest railway networks in the world, with a total of approximately 159,000 kilometers in 2023. Just last year, about 3,637 kilometers of tracks were added, with 2,776 kilometers exclusively for high-speed trains. Since 2010, the railway network has grown by more than 74%, rising from 91,000 kilometers to current levels.
This infrastructure growth enables the country to carry out large-scale military movements efficiently, as seen in the transportation of the PCL-191, which traveled thousands of kilometers to participate in the tests. The video and training underscore China’s ongoing effort to expand its military and defense capabilities.
Photo and video: X @clashreport. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
