M-18 Oganj
Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher
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The M-18 Oganj (from Serbian: огањ, lit. 'fire') is a Serbian modular self-propelled multiple rocket launcher. It represents an evolution of the original M-77 Oganj system, incorporating advanced digitalization, modularity, and compatibility with a wide range of munitions. The system is designed for high-mobility fire support, capable of delivering saturation strikes against enemy positions, armored formations, and fortifications while emphasizing quick setup, firing, and relocation.
| M-18 Oganj | |
|---|---|
M-18 Oganj of the Serbian Army | |
| Type | Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher |
| Place of origin | Serbia |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Serbian Armed Forces |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Military Technical Institute |
| Designed | 2018 |
| Manufacturer | Zastava TERVO, FAP, PPT Namenska, Krušik |
| No. built | 10 |
| Specifications | |
| Crew | 3 |
| Caliber | 128 mm (5.0 in) 122 mm (4.8 in) 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Barrels | 2 to 8 containers with different missiles |
| Maximum firing range | 40 km (25 mi) with Oganj 128mm M18[1] |
| Armor | armored cabin |
Secondary armament | M86 machine gun |
| Engine | Cummins 340Hp |
| Maximum speed | 80 km/h (50 mph) |
Guidance system | TV/IC and inertial for some missiles |
Development
The M-18 Oganj is built on a robust FAP 2234 6x6 wheeled chassis for off-road mobility, with an electrically powered 360° rotating turntable for the launch module.[2][3] Its modularity is a standout feature: the rear launcher station accepts 2 to 8 interchangeable containers, enabling reconfiguration for different mission profiles
Added new possibilities enable launcher to easy orient itself with GPS/GLONASS assistance and inertial navigation and launch different types of guided and unguided missiles with some of them still in development. It can use ALAS and Košava 1 guided missiles. Vehicle possess antenna and other relevant parts of computerized guidance system needed to launch guided missiles, new digital radio and inertial navigation system.[4] It can also use variety of unguided missiles in 107 mm, 122 mm, and 128 mm caliber.[5]
During test firings, it has achieved a range of 40km using the G-2000 122mm unguided missile.[6]
Officially unveiled in 2018, the M-18 Oganj entered serial production in the early 2020s.
Rockets
| Rocket | Number of tubes in launch container or maximum number of containers | Maximum Range | Rocket caliber |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Per container | Km | mm |
| Plamen A | 16 | 8.6 | 128 |
| Plamen D | 16 | 12.6 | 128 |
| Oganj M77 | 12 | 22.5 | 128 |
| Oganj ER[7] | 12 | 40 | 128 |
| Grad | 12 | 35 | 122 |
| G-2000 [8] | 12 | 40 | 122 |
| Edepro G2000/52 [9] | 12 | 52 | 122 |
| Krušik 107[8] | 25 | 11.5 | 107 |
| ALAS | 8 containers with 1 missile | 25 | 175 |
| Košava 1 | 4 containers with 1 missile | 50 | 230 |
| Košava 2 | 2 containers with 1 missile | 70 | 325 |
Operators
Serbia – 8 in service with the Serbian Army.
