VCLC

   The VCLC (Vehiculo de Combate Lanza Cohetes) multiple launch rocket system was developed in Argentina with Israel's assistance. Unfortunately only a small number of these systems was built due to funding problems and it never saw active service.

   The VCLC has a modular design and was developed in two variants to fire 160-mm and 350-mm rockets. No modifications were needed to change between rocket types.

   The VCLC-CAL (Cohete de Artilleria Ligero) is fitted with the Israeli LAR-160 modular rocket launcher system. It underwent trials in 1986. The 160-mm CAL used two 18 rocket containers. These containers are factory-fitted with rockets and sealed. They can be stored for up to 15 years without any maintenance. After launching all rockets, containers are removed by crane and replaced with new ones. HE-FRAG and cluster warheads are available.

   Another variant, the VCLC-CAM (Cohete de Artilleria Mediano) had four launching tubes for Israeli 350-mm MAR-350 rockets. The standard rocket weights 1 000 kg and has a maximum range of 75 - 95 km. Only a prototype of this system was built. Some sources claim that it underwent trials in 1988.

   The VCLC is fitted with 7.62-mm machine gun for self-protection and limited air defense.

   The VCLC is mounted on the chassis of the TAM light tank. Vehicle is powered by German MTU MB833 Ka500 diesel engine, developing 720 horsepower.

   Reloading vehicle of the VCLC supposed to be a US supplied M809 6x6 truck, fitted with hydraulic crane. It also carried containers with reloads. Each multiple launch rocket system was escorted by this reloading vehicle. The whole process of replacing containers for the VCLC-CAL takes 10 minutes. Battery of these multiple launch rocket systems also had truck fitted with a ranging radar.