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Astros II vs M270 MLRS

Astros II multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇧🇷 Astros II
M270 MLRS multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇺🇸 M270 MLRS
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Specifications
Astros II M270 MLRS
Origin country 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇺🇸 United States
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher Multiple Rocket Launcher System
Manufacturer Avibras Lockheed Martin Vought Systems
Number produced 270 units 1,450 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $2.3 million
Combat weight 0.0 tons 25.2 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 72 km/h
Operational range 300 km 483 km
Length -- m 6.55 m
Width -- m 3.60 m
Height -- m -- m
Crew 3 3
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Armament & Powertrain
Astros II M270 MLRS
Main armament SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette
Secondary weapon SS-150 450 mm rockets --
Engine -- Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Astros II or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the Astros II's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Astros II or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the Astros II's 300 km.
Which is heavier, the Astros II or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is heavier at 25.2 tons combat weight compared to the Astros II's 0.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Astros II or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is longer at 6.55 meters compared to the Astros II's 0.00 meters.
How many crew members do the Astros II and M270 MLRS require?
Both the Astros II and M270 MLRS require a crew of 3.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Astros II or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS has been produced in greater numbers with 1,450 units compared to 270 units of the Astros II.
What are the main armaments of the Astros II and M270 MLRS?
The Astros II is armed with SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket while the M270 MLRS carries 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette as its main armament.