6th Rocket Brigade
6th Rocket Brigade | |
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Active | 1962–1998 |
Country | Soviet Union (1962–1991) Russia (1992–1998) |
Branch | Soviet Army (1962–1991) Russian Ground Forces (1992–1998) |
Type | Tactical Ballistic Missile Brigade |
Part of | 6th Army |
Garrison/HQ | Pinozero |
The 6th Rocket Brigade was a Tactical ballistic missile brigade of the Soviet Army. The brigade was activated in 1962 with the 6th Army and disbanded in 1998.[1]
History[]
The 6th Missile Brigade was activated in 1962 at Pinozero with the 6th Army. It included three separate missile battalions and a technical battery. It was equipped with R-11 Zemlya (SS-1B Scud A) tactical ballistic missiles. In December 1991, the brigade received newer OTR-21 Tochka tactical ballistic missiles. The brigade was disbanded in 1998.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b Holm, Michael. "6th Missile Brigade". www.ww2.dk. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
Categories:
- Theatre rocket brigades of the Soviet Union
- Theatre rocket brigades of Russia
- Military units and formations established in 1962
- Military units and formations disestablished in 1998