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BM-30 Smerch vs Type 63 MRL

BM-30 Smerch vs Type 63 MRL at a glance — weight 43,700 vs 613 kg, range 850 vs 11 km, crew 4 members vs 5.

BM-30 Smerch multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
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Type 63 MRL multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
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Specifications
BM-30 Smerch Type 63 MRL
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇨🇳 China
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Heavy self-propelled 300 mm multiple rocket launcher Multiple Launch Rocket System
Manufacturer Splav State Research and Production Enterprise Norinco
Number produced 550 units 6,000 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 43.7 tons 0.6 tons
Operational range 850 km 11 km
Crew 4 members 5
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Armament & Powertrain
BM-30 Smerch Type 63 MRL
Main armament 300mm rockets (9M55 or 9M528) 12-tube 107mm rocket launcher
Secondary weapon 12-round launch tube cluster --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer operational range, the BM-30 Smerch or Type 63 MRL?
The BM-30 Smerch has a longer operational range at 850 km compared to the Type 63 MRL's 11 km.
Which is heavier, the BM-30 Smerch or Type 63 MRL?
The BM-30 Smerch is heavier at 43.7 tons combat weight compared to the Type 63 MRL's 0.6 tons.
How many crew members do the BM-30 Smerch and Type 63 MRL require?
The Type 63 MRL requires a larger crew of 5, against 4 for the BM-30 Smerch.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BM-30 Smerch or Type 63 MRL?
The Type 63 MRL has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 550 units of the BM-30 Smerch.
What are the main armaments of the BM-30 Smerch and Type 63 MRL?
The BM-30 Smerch is armed with 300mm rockets (9M55 or 9M528) while the Type 63 MRL carries 12-tube 107mm rocket launcher as its main armament.