6th Rocket Brigade
| 6th Rocket Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1962-1998 |
| Country |
 Russia (1992-1998) |
| Branch |
Soviet Army (1962-1991) |
| 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
- 1 2 Holm, Michael. "6th Missile Brigade". www.ww2.dk. Retrieved 2016-02-16.
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