FEINDEF 2023: Escribano - Elbit Systems unveil PULS rocket launcher for Spanish Army SILAM program.

At FEINDEF 2023, a defense exhibition in Madrid, Spain, Spanish company Escribano M&E, in collaboration with Expal and the Israeli company Elbit Systems, presents the PULS MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System). This is a proposal for the SILAM (Sistema de Lanzacohetes de Alta Movilidad - High Mobility Rocket Launcher System) program of the Spanish army.
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The PULS is a proposal for a new mobile rocket/missile launcher for the Spanish army. (Picture source Army Recognition)

The Israeli company, Elbit Systems, is prepared to offer a technology transfer to locally produce the PULS, mounted on a specific truck using the defense technology of the Spanish companies Escribano M&E who will be involved in the manufacturing of the vehicle, while Expal will be in charge of producing the ammunition.

The present and medium-term future of the rocket artillery capabilities of the Spanish Army is currently undergoing the SILAM (Sistema de Lanzacohetes de Alta Movilidad) High Mobility Rocket Launcher System project. This project studies the adoption of a new rocket launcher system, such as the PULS, considering the capacities and characteristics seen previously. It is being carried out to equip the 63rd Field Rocket Artillery Regiment with at least one group, ideally two (one for each division, which also allows better rotation in operations), with an organic structure of three batteries, in two sections, of two MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System) launchers. This totals 12 rocket launcher units per group.

The PULS is a new generation MLRS system developed and designed by the Israeli company Elbit Systems. It can be easily integrated with different models of tracked or wheeled military vehicles. The PULS can fire a wide range of unguided and guided rockets, as well as missiles developed by Elbit Systems, including ACCULAR, EXTRA, and PREDATOR ammunition. One key feature of the PULS is its ability to be configured to fire any type of rockets and missiles available in the current military market.

The PULS is a mobile rocket and missile launcher system designed by the Israeli company Elbit Systems to meet the needs of modern artillery in modern battlefield scenarios, providing a cost-effective solution for the precise firing of advanced rockets. The autonomous advanced firing systems enable efficient management of firing missions, providing constant availability of massive and effective fire support in all weather conditions. The flexible platforms easily interface with local or third-party products and C4I systems.

The PULS can be fitted with two pods able to fire unguided and guided rockets with a range of up to 40 km as well as missiles with a maximum firing range of 300 km. (Picture source Army Recognition)

The PULS autonomous artillery rocket system offers an encompassing and economically efficient solution for the accurate deployment of all kinds of advanced rockets, featuring optimal responsiveness. The system stands out from conventional artillery as it negates the need for positional adjustments based on the firing range requirements. From a single position, it can launch a diverse range of ammunition types to various distances, reaching up to 300 km.

The versatile PULS launcher is equipped with two pods, each capable of firing both unguided and guided rockets, as well as missiles. Each pod is specifically tailored to hold a particular type of rocket, such as the Accular 122mm (18 rockets) with a reach of up to 35 km, the Accular 160mm (10 rockets) extending up to 40 km, the EXTRA (4 rockets) extending up to 150 km, and the Predator Hawk (2 rockets) with a striking range of up to 300 km. The system is capable of accurately and effectively neutralizing targets at any range. It is engineered to deliver maximum response and flexible firing options without necessitating system modifications. A standard firing mission can be accomplished within a minute of initiation.

PULS exhibits complete adaptability to existing platforms, facilitating a substantial reduction in the maintenance and training costs that a new vehicle platform would demand. The launcher has been meticulously designed to harmonize all artillery elements: fire methods, sensors, and C4I.