M109 Paladin vs M110 Howitzer
The M109 Paladin and the M110 Howitzer are both Self-Propelled Artillery, manufactured by BAE Systems and Pacific Car and Foundry / BMY respectively. The M109 Paladin weighs 38.0 tons vs 28.4 tons for the M110 Howitzer. Top speed is 61 km/h for the M109 Paladin vs 54.7 km/h for the M110 Howitzer. Operational range is 300 km for the M109 Paladin vs 30 km for the M110 Howitzer. The M109 Paladin is armed with a 155 mm M284 Cannon, while the M110 Howitzer carries a M2A2 203mm howitzer. The M109 Paladin has been produced in 7,000 units vs 1,023 for the M110 Howitzer.
| The M109 is a United States 155mm self-propelled howitzer introduced in 1963, serving as the primary indirect fire support weapon for Western armored and mechanized divisions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Self-Propelled Artillery |
| Type | Self-propelled howitzer |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| Number produced | 7,000 units |
| Estimated unit price | $14.4 million |
| The M110 is a United States self-propelled heavy artillery vehicle introduced in 1963, distinguished by its 203mm howitzer mounted on an open-topped chassis. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Self-Propelled Artillery |
| Type | Self-Propelled Howitzer |
| Manufacturer | Pacific Car and Foundry / BMY |
| Number produced | 1,023 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 38.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 61 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 300 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.75 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.15 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.25 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 (section chief/commander, driver, gunner, ammunition handler/loader) |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 8V71T diesel, 440 hp |
| Main armament | 155 mm M284 Cannon |
| Secondary weapon | .50 caliber (12.7 mm) M2 machine gun |
| Combat weight | 28.4 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 55 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 30 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.47 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.15 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.15 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 (section chief, driver, gunner, 2 ammunition handlers) + 8 support |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 8V-71T, 405 hp |
| Main armament | M2A2 203mm howitzer |
| Secondary weapon | -- |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M109 Paladin or M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin is faster with a maximum road speed of 61 km/h compared to the M110 Howitzer's 54 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M109 Paladin or M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin has a longer operational range at 300 km compared to the M110 Howitzer's 30 km.
Which is heavier, the M109 Paladin or M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin is heavier at 38.0 tons combat weight compared to the M110 Howitzer's 28.4 tons.
Which is larger, the M109 Paladin or M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin is longer at 9.75 meters compared to the M110 Howitzer's 7.47 meters.
How many crew members do the M109 Paladin and M110 Howitzer require?
The M110 Howitzer requires a larger crew of 5 (section chief, driver, gunner, 2 ammunition handlers) + 8 support compared to the M109 Paladin's 4 (section chief/commander, driver, gunner, ammunition handler/loader) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M109 Paladin or M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin has been produced in greater numbers with 7,000 units compared to 1,023 units of the M110 Howitzer.
What are the main armaments of the M109 Paladin and M110 Howitzer?
The M109 Paladin is armed with 155 mm M284 Cannon while the M110 Howitzer carries M2A2 203mm howitzer as its main armament.