Rostec State Corporation unveils its state-of-the-art high-mobility multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), Sarma. The weapons system premieres at World Defense Show 2026, an international defence and security exhibition being held in Riyadh, as part of a display organized by Rosoboronexport, a company of Rostec.
The Sarma is mounted on an 8×8 all-wheel-drive chassis and, with a 300-mm calibre, is capable of effectively engaging a wide range of targets, including manpower, artillery, armoured vehicles, enemy air-defence systems, as well as other threats and military facilities.
“One of the distinguishing features of the new combat vehicle is its high mobility. It is capable of moving into the firing position within just three minutes and retreating within the same amount of time. The Sarma is equipped with an advanced automated guidance and fire-control system. It can use both Smerch rockets, which have a proven track record, and state-of-the-art guided missiles for the Tornado-S. The MLRS can fire a complete salvo in just 18 seconds,” comments Bekhan Ozdoyev, Industrial Director of the Armaments, Ammunition and Special Chemicals Cluster of Rostec State Corporation and member of the Bureau of the Union of Machine Engineers of Russia.
The combat vehicle has a three-person crew. The crew can move the Sarma into position, conduct all preparatory operations, and fire without leaving the cabin. The cabin is armoured and provides protection against shell fragments and armour-piercing incendiary bullets. In addition, the vehicle can be controlled remotely from a shelter.
Unlike the Tornado-S and the Smerch, which have the same calibre, the Sarma features six launch tubes instead of 12, significantly improving mobility while maintaining combat performance across key parameters. The combat vehicle can reach road speeds of up to 95 kilometres per hour and has a range of 1,000 kilometres.
World Defense Show 2026 is one of the largest international defence and security exhibitions and takes place from February 8 to 12 in Riyadh.
