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2A65 Msta-B vs 2A18 (D-30)

2A65 Msta-B vs 2A18 (D-30) at a glance โ€” weight 6,800 vs 3,150 kg, range 25 vs 15 km, crew 6-11 vs 7.

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Specifications
2A65 Msta-B 2A18 (D-30)
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Russia ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ Russia
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Towed Howitzer Howitzer
Manufacturer Motovilikha Plants Artillery Plant No 9
Number produced 3,000 units 12,000 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 6.8 tons 3.2 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 60 km/h
Operational range 25 km 15 km
Length 12.70 m -- m
Crew 6-11 7
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Armament & Powertrain
2A65 Msta-B 2A18 (D-30)
Main armament 152.4 mm howitzer 122-mm howitzer
Secondary weapon -- HEAT shell
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer operational range, the 2A65 Msta-B or 2A18 (D-30)?
The 2A65 Msta-B has a longer operational range at 25 km compared to the 2A18 (D-30)'s 15 km.
Which is heavier, the 2A65 Msta-B or 2A18 (D-30)?
The 2A65 Msta-B is heavier at 6.8 tons combat weight compared to the 2A18 (D-30)'s 3.1 tons.
How many crew members do the 2A65 Msta-B and 2A18 (D-30) require?
The 2A18 (D-30) requires a larger crew of 7, against 6 for the 2A65 Msta-B.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 2A65 Msta-B or 2A18 (D-30)?
The 2A18 (D-30) has been produced in greater numbers with 12,000 units compared to 3,000 units of the 2A65 Msta-B.
What are the main armaments of the 2A65 Msta-B and 2A18 (D-30)?
The 2A65 Msta-B is armed with 152.4 mm howitzer while the 2A18 (D-30) carries 122-mm howitzer as its main armament.