Bal-E mobile coastal missile system

The system consists of:

• Self-propelled Command and Communication Center (SCCP) (see photo ) - up to 2. The command post provides target reconnaissance, target designation and optimal target distribution between launchers. Availability of active and passive high-precision target detection channels in the complex allows for flexible strategy of target detection, including covert ones.
• self-propelled launcher (SPS) (see photo1, photo2 ) - up to 4
• transport and loading machine (TPM) (see photo ) - up to 4
• communication machine - 1

The construction structure and equipment of the complex ensure its high autonomy and high efficiency:

• active and passive radar channels are intended for detection, detection, classification and tracking of targets against active and passive interference;
• two separated radar channels allow to solve triangulation tasks in passive radar mode;
• control equipment provides optimal target distribution between launchers;
• eight missiles are placed on each of the four self-propelled launchers, which allows hitting the target with single launches and volleys in various combinations with high total firepower;
• a special communications vehicle provides the ability to receive operational information from superior command posts and external reconnaissance and target designation facilities.

The configuration of the system and the number of delivered as part of the system are determined by the customer's requirements. Instead of the self-propelled chassis MAZ-7930, it is possible to use other types of chassis, including the lightweight version of the system, characterized by high cross-country ability and maneuverability.

The effectiveness of engagement of naval groups and individual ships (see the scheme of application) is achieved by the use of PCR with an active interference-proof homing head in the final section of the trajectory, as well as firing, as single missiles and volleys from any launcher in autonomous control mode when receiving target designation from external sources, and single missiles and volleys from different launchers in a centralized control. The salvo of the complex can include up to 32 missiles. Such a salvo can provide failure of a combat mission of a large ship attack group, landing party or convoy of the enemy. The concealment of combat positions is ensured by the ability to conduct combat operations in the presence of artificial and natural obstacles in the direction of firing (launch bearing).

Centralised firing control can be implemented by the use of a self-propelled command and communication centre (SPCS), which provides target designation and optimal target distribution between the launchers depending on their combat readiness and location in a combat position. The presence of high-precision active and passive radar detection channels allows for a flexible detection strategy, including covert detection. There is also a possibility of receiving operational information from superior command posts and external reconnaissance and target designation facilities, as well as from individual launchers.

The system of combat control over the means of the complex has been implemented using digital methods for the transmission of all types of messages, automated establishment of communication, processing of messages and their distribution, and classification of information with guaranteed persistence.

Availability of night vision devices, navigation, topographic reference and orientation equipment in the JPCS and SPU allows the complex to quickly change starting and reloading positions after the combat mission at any time of day and in any weather conditions, as well as to relocate to a new combat area. The time to deploy the complex at the new position is 10 minutes.

Availability of the PKR ammunition kit on transport and loading vehicles makes it possible to reload the launchers (in 30-40 minutes) after reloading the launchers, which increases the firepower and combat efficiency of the complex.

Electrical power supply to the systems of each vehicle in combat position is provided by an autonomous or external power source.

Application of additional target designation means on the basis of radar patrol helicopters or unmanned aerial vehicles allows increasing the range and accuracy of target detection. BAL-E can be equipped with passive jamming systems, which will significantly increase the invulnerability of the complex to controlled weapons of the enemy in dual situations. Other areas of modernization are also under consideration.

Placing the equipment in protected stations on the chassis of high cross-country ability gives the complex facilities mobility and ensures combat application in coastal zones of all regions in conditions of radioactive, chemical and bacteriological contamination of airspace in the combat zone.