BM-25 (multiple rocket launcher)

The BM-25 Korshun as its Russian name was a multiple rocket launcher designed in the Soviet Union. It was capable of launching 3R7 250 mm rockets from six launch tubes. The support vehicle is a YAZ-214.

Development

The system was developed in scientific research institute NII-88 in 1953. Its rockets were propelled by a mix of kerosene and nitric acid. It has a range of 55km but was inaccurate.

Use

Due to severe inaccuracy of the rocket, only a small quantity were produced in the USSR from 1957 to 1960. It was exported to South Yemen, which used it against North Yemen.