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Astros II vs BM-30 Smerch

Astros II vs BM-30 Smerch at a glance — range 300 vs 90 km, crew 3 vs 4 members.

Astros II multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇧🇷 Astros II
BM-30 Smerch multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇷🇺 BM-30 Smerch
Specifications
Astros II BM-30 Smerch
Origin country 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher Heavy self-propelled 300 mm multiple rocket launcher
Manufacturer Avibras Splav State Research and Production Enterprise
Number produced 270 units 550 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 0.0 tons 43.7 tons
Operational range 300 km 90 km
Crew 3 4 members
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Armament & Powertrain
Astros II BM-30 Smerch
Main armament SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket 300mm rockets (9M55 or 9M528)
Secondary weapon SS-150 450 mm rockets 12-round launch tube cluster
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer operational range, the Astros II or BM-30 Smerch?
The Astros II has a longer operational range at 300 km compared to the BM-30 Smerch's 90 km.
Which is heavier, the Astros II or BM-30 Smerch?
The BM-30 Smerch is heavier at 43.7 tons combat weight compared to the Astros II's 0.0 tons.
How many crew members do the Astros II and BM-30 Smerch require?
The BM-30 Smerch requires a larger crew of 4 members compared to the Astros II's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Astros II or BM-30 Smerch?
The BM-30 Smerch has been produced in greater numbers with 550 units compared to 270 units of the Astros II.
What are the main armaments of the Astros II and BM-30 Smerch?
The Astros II is armed with SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket while the BM-30 Smerch carries 300mm rockets (9M55 or 9M528) as its main armament.