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2A65 Msta-B vs L118 Light Gun

2A65 Msta-B vs L118 Light Gun at a glance β€” weight 6,800 vs 1,600 kg, crew 6-11 vs 6 (minimum 3).

Specifications
2A65 Msta-B L118 Light Gun
Origin country πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί Russia πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Towed Howitzer 105 mm towed howitzer
Manufacturer Motovilikha Plants Royal Ordnance Factories
Number produced 3,000 units 1,200 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 6.8 tons 1.6 tons
Operational range 25 km -- km
Length 12.70 m -- m
Crew 6-11 6 (minimum 3)
Performance Radar Chart
Armament & Powertrain
2A65 Msta-B L118 Light Gun
Main armament 152.4 mm howitzer 105 mm L19 ordnance
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is heavier, the 2A65 Msta-B or L118 Light Gun?
The 2A65 Msta-B is heavier at 6.8 tons combat weight compared to the L118 Light Gun's 1.6 tons.
How many crew members do the 2A65 Msta-B and L118 Light Gun require?
Both the 2A65 Msta-B and L118 Light Gun require a crew of 6.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 2A65 Msta-B or L118 Light Gun?
The 2A65 Msta-B has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 1,200 units of the L118 Light Gun.
What are the main armaments of the 2A65 Msta-B and L118 Light Gun?
The 2A65 Msta-B is armed with 152.4 mm howitzer while the L118 Light Gun carries 105 mm L19 ordnance as its main armament.