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Land ForcesChina

WM-80

273mm multiple rocket launcherFielded 1995Pending verification
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System
Type273mm multiple rocket launcher
Date of introduction1995
ProliferationAt least 3 countries
Crew5Med[1]
Displacement time3 to 5 minMed[1]
Emplacement time3 to 5 minMed[1]
Dimensions and weight
Height3.3 m11 ftMed[1]
Width3.06 m10 ftMed[1]
Combat weight34 tMed[1]
Automotive performance
ChassisTaian TAS5380 8X8Med[1]
Engine power525 hpMed[1]
Cruising range400 km249 mi · 216 nmiMed[1]
Fire control
ComputerizedYesMed[1]
Fire control systemThere is also a standard optical sighting system on the left side of the launcher as an emergency back up. If required the rockets can also be launched by remote control away from the launcher.Med[1]
Summary

The WM-80 multiple launch rocket system was developed by China North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO) based on the indigenous Type 83 273mm 4-tube artillery rocket system. The WM-80 did not enter PLA service, possibly due to the introduction of the more capable A-100 artillery rocket system.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Operators
ArmeniaChinaJordan
Sources
  1. WM-80 Chinese 273mm Multiple Rocket Launcher (MRL), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
Change log
  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import