Joint Viking 2025: 14 March - DEMO Rocket Artillery
Friday, March 14th, the press is invited to a live-fire demonstration of an American Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) in Setermoen. The demonstration includes complex interoperability between American, British, and Norwegian forces.
Summary
- What: Live-fire demonstration of American rocket artillery, utilizing fire control systems between American, British, and Norwegian data systems. There will be photo, video and interview opportunities.
- Time: Friday 14 March at 08:40 am
- Where: Artillerisletta, Setermoen
- Registration: Media must register here
Press contacts for the Norwegian Armed Forces:
- E-mail: info@mil.no
- Mobile: +47 40 43 80 83
Additional information
Attendees will witness powerful displays of artillery and rocket artillery from the United States Marine Corps, the US Army, and Norwegian and British forces. This demonstration showcases the ability of allied forces to integrate firepower across different platforms, ensuring maximum battlefield impact.
A key highlight of the demonstration is the American Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), a highly mobile and precise rocket artillery system capable of delivering devastating firepower at long ranges. Designed for rapid, high-volume strikes, the MLRS enhances the ability of allied forces to suppress and neutralize enemy threats effectively. Integrating this capability with British and Norwegian artillery underscores the strength of multinational cooperation in modern warfare situations.
Coordinating fire support between nations is a complex task, requiring seamless data transfer between different fire control systems. On the 13th, these systems will be tested in a real-world scenario, with a live demonstration on Friday the 14th. The ability to exchange tactical and technical procedures across nations is critical for ensuring effective joint operations.
Read more about Joint Viking 2025 here