The Quad Launcher or Quadruple Canisterised Inclined Launcher may soon be used for launching BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missiles from the Indian naval ships. A prototype Quad Launcher was handed over to the Brahmos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) by the L&T Defence, the defence arm of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) at an event in Pune on Saturday. L & T is one of the leading industry partners of BrahMos Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. (BAPL).
The Quad Launcher has been especially designed for launching BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missiles in an inclined configuration on-board Indian Naval ships. The launcher has several special features. It provides superior firepower as compared to the twin canister, deck mounted launchers and has a capability to support and launch four missiles in a single or salvo mode.
The new Quad Launcher is suitable for warships which have space constraints to accommodate a Vertical Launch Module. The production units of the QCIL will be ready for deployment on Indian Naval Ships in next 18 months.
