{
  "id": "type-90",
  "name": "Type 90",
  "aliases": [],
  "domain": "land",
  "country": "CHN",
  "category": "122mm multiple launch rocket system",
  "status": null,
  "fielded": 1995,
  "operators": [
    "CHN"
  ],
  "prolif_count": 1,
  "summary": "The Type 90 is the second-generation truck-mounted 122mm 40-tube multiple launch rocket system developed by China North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO) in the mid-1990s as a successor to the Type 81 122mm rocket system. The Type 90 has been promoted by NORINCO to the export market, but has yet received any order.",
  "specs": [
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Chassis",
      "section": "mobility",
      "v": "Tiema SC2030 6 x 6 truck",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Displacement time",
      "section": "system",
      "v": "Less than 10 min",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Emplacement time",
      "section": "system",
      "v": "Less than 10 min",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "combat_weight_t",
      "v": 20,
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "engine_hp",
      "v": 300,
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "road_range_km",
      "v": 600,
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "speed_road_kmh",
      "v": 85,
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Fording depth",
      "section": "mobility",
      "v": "0.90 m",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Elevation",
      "section": "armament",
      "v": "0% to +55%",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Computerized FCS",
      "section": "firecontrol",
      "v": "Yes, The launcher is controlled by computer through a man-machine interface. Another interface connects to a battalion central command system. Instructions can be input directly from the interface or manually through push-buttons.",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    }
  ],
  "payloads": [],
  "variants": [
    {
      "name": "Type 90A",
      "text": "This is an improved version. The major upgrades include the ability to launch all types of 122-mm unguided rockets to a maximum range of 25 mi (40 km), including high-explosive and high-explosive incendiary weapons, and ",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Type 90B",
      "text": "This is the latest variant of the system. The Type 90B system features a reconnaissance vehicle, as well as mobility and reliability improvements. Emplacement and displacement time is seven minutes. A standard Type 90B b",
      "src": [
        "weg-type-90"
      ]
    }
  ],
  "art": "mlrs",
  "image": null,
  "verified": null,
  "changelog": [
    {
      "date": "2026-10-10",
      "change": "Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import"
    }
  ],
  "url": "https://www.defensepedia.com/systems/type-90.html",
  "sources": {
    "weg-type-90": {
      "title": "Type 90 Chinese 122mm Multiple Launch Rocket System",
      "publisher": "U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)",
      "url": "https://odin.t2com.army.mil/WEG/Asset/Type_90_Chinese_122mm_Multiple_Launch_Rocket_System",
      "published": "2026-03-20",
      "tier": 1,
      "checked": "2026-10-10"
    }
  }
}