Patent ID: 8266999

Claim:
A mobile terrestrial vertical missile launch system for relocatable ballistic missile deployment, connectable to a transport truck, said system comprising: a trailer having a hitch for connecting to the truck, a base for supporting wheels for road travel, and a flatbed platform having a transverse hinge; a pivotable canister containing a launcher for at least one missile, said canister being configurable by rotation at said hinge for disposal in one of a longitudinal position for stowage and an erected position for deployment; a plurality of stabilizing legs disposed along a periphery of said trailer, said legs being configured for disposal in one of an elevated position for stowage and a retarded position for ground engagement; at least one equipment module for supplying electrical power, environmental conditioning, communication and control wherein said canister has a hardened case, said launcher houses said at least one missile, and said launcher further includes electronics for initiation of said missile.