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2A65 Msta-B vs M114 Howitzer

2A65 Msta-B vs M114 Howitzer at a glance β€” weight 6,800 vs 5,800 kg, range 25 vs 18 km, crew 6-11 vs 11.

Specifications
2A65 Msta-B M114 Howitzer
Origin country πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί Russia πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Towed Artillery Towed Artillery
Type Towed Howitzer Towed Howitzer
Manufacturer Motovilikha Plants Rock Island Arsenal
Number produced 3,000 units 10,300 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 6.8 tons 5.8 tons
Operational range 25 km 18 km
Length 12.70 m -- m
Crew 6-11 11
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Armament & Powertrain
2A65 Msta-B M114 Howitzer
Main armament 152.4 mm howitzer 155 mm 39 caliber barrel
Secondary weapon -- 20 mm sub-caliber barrel insert
Engine -- two 20 horsepower air-cooled engines
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer operational range, the 2A65 Msta-B or M114 Howitzer?
The 2A65 Msta-B has a longer operational range at 25 km compared to the M114 Howitzer's 18 km.
Which is heavier, the 2A65 Msta-B or M114 Howitzer?
The 2A65 Msta-B is heavier at 6.8 tons combat weight compared to the M114 Howitzer's 5.8 tons.
How many crew members do the 2A65 Msta-B and M114 Howitzer require?
The M114 Howitzer requires a larger crew of 11, against 6 for the 2A65 Msta-B.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 2A65 Msta-B or M114 Howitzer?
The M114 Howitzer has been produced in greater numbers with 10,300 units compared to 3,000 units of the 2A65 Msta-B.
What are the main armaments of the 2A65 Msta-B and M114 Howitzer?
The 2A65 Msta-B is armed with 152.4 mm howitzer while the M114 Howitzer carries 155 mm 39 caliber barrel as its main armament.