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RBU-600 ASW mortar
Country of Origin: Russia
description
This six-barrel ASW rocket launcher was carried by one Soviet destroyer class (Modified KOTLIN class). Unlike other RBUs, its only firing mode was a six-rocket salvo, resembling the World War II "mousetrap" ahead-throwing weapons.
It was formerly designated the MBU-4500 by NATO.
status
No longer in service.
Initial operational capability was reached in 1962-63.
builders
Soviet state factories
characteristics
WEIGHTS Projectile 200 lb (90 kg) DIMENSIONS Length 4 ft 11 in...
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