KYIV, Oct 31 – Tests of the new Ukrainian 120-mm mobile mortar complex Bars-8MMK have been held at the military range of the Armed Forces of Ukraine during the military exercises, the press service of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine has reported.

Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Oleksandr Turchynov visited the tests, it said.

According to the NSDC Secretary, this mobile mortar complex was created by Ukrainian manufacturers based on the Bars-8 armored vehicle. He also said that the combat vehicle is equipped with an automated deployment and fire control system.