PLA fields and develops rocket artillery, large and small
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fields multiple-rocket launchers (MRL) ranging from 62mm calibre up to 300mm. One of its current research projects is an electromagnetically launched rocket system that will significantly boost range and accuracy.
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