Fatah Series: Pakistan’s Advanced Guided Rocket Systems

This article is written by Major (r) Haroon Rasheed.

The Fatah series, developed by Pakistan’s National Engineering and Scientific Commission (NESCOM) and marketed by Global Industrial and Defence Solutions (GIDS), is a family of guided rocket systems designed to enhance the Pakistan Army’s stand-off range precision-strike capabilities.

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Fatah-I: Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS)

– Range: 70-140 km

– Accuracy: Circular Error Probable (CEP) ≤ 15 m

– Warhead Type: Blast fragmentation

– Rockets per Launcher: 8 rockets per MLV (Multiple Launch Vehicle)

– Guidance System: GPS/INS guidance for precision targeting

The Fatah-I was unveiled on January 7, 2021, as Pakistan’s first indigenously developed Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS). It enables the Pakistan Army to engage targets “deep in enemy territory” with high accuracy.

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Fatah-II: Surface-to-Surface Missile (SSM)

– Range: 100-290 km (400 km for domestic version)

– Accuracy: CEP ≤ 50 m

– Warhead Weight: 365 kg

– Warhead Type: Unitary blast or blast fragmentation

– Length: 7.5 m

– Launcher Configuration: Twin-canister oblique-launch system

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The Fatah-II was revealed in 2023 and officially inducted into service in early 2024. It incorporates advanced technologies such as a supersonic glide vehicle that separates from its propulsion system in the upper atmosphere, enabling mid-course maneuverability and making it more resilient against missile defense systems.

Fatah-III: Next-Generation Guided Rocket System

Although limited information is available on Fatah-III, it is expected to have a range of approximately 450 km, building upon the advancements made in Fatah-I and Fatah-II. The development of Fatah-III aligns with Pakistan’s efforts to establish a multi-layered rocket artillery inventory, providing enhanced precision-strike capabilities ¹ ².

Strategic Significance

The Fatah series reflects Pakistan’s growing emphasis on indigenous defense production and self-reliance. These systems are designed to provide precision engagement and stand-off capabilities, enabling the Pakistan Army to conduct deep penetration strikes into enemy territory. The development of the Fatah series underscores a doctrinal shift toward precision engagement and standoff capabilities, enhancing Pakistan’s deterrence posture in the region ¹.

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