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M142 HIMARS vs M270 MLRS

M142 HIMARS multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇺🇸 M142 HIMARS
M270 MLRS multiple launch rocket system side profile drawing
🇺🇸 M270 MLRS
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Specifications
M142 HIMARS M270 MLRS
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇸 United States
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Light multiple rocket launcher Multiple Rocket Launcher System
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Vought Systems
Number produced 750 units 1,450 units
Estimated unit price $4.9 million $2.3 million
Combat weight 16.3 tons 25.2 tons
Maximum speed 94 km/h 72 km/h
Operational range 480 km 483 km
Length 6.94 m 6.55 m
Width 2.44 m 3.60 m
Height 3.18 m -- m
Crew 3 (commander, second in command, driver) 3
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Armament & Powertrain
M142 HIMARS M270 MLRS
Main armament 6 x GMLRS rockets or 2 x PrSM missiles or 1 x ATACMS missile 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette
Engine Caterpillar 3116 ATAAC 6.6L diesel, 330 hp Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M142 HIMARS is faster with a maximum road speed of 94 km/h compared to the M270 MLRS's 72 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the M142 HIMARS's 480 km.
Which is heavier, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is heavier at 25.2 tons combat weight compared to the M142 HIMARS's 16.2 tons.
Which is larger, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M142 HIMARS is longer at 6.94 meters compared to the M270 MLRS's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M142 HIMARS and M270 MLRS require?
The M142 HIMARS requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, second in command, driver) compared to the M270 MLRS's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M142 HIMARS is more expensive at approximately $4.9 million per unit compared to the M270 MLRS at $2.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M142 HIMARS or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS has been produced in greater numbers with 1,450 units compared to 750 units of the M142 HIMARS.
What are the main armaments of the M142 HIMARS and M270 MLRS?
The M142 HIMARS is armed with 6 x GMLRS rockets or 2 x PrSM missiles or 1 x ATACMS missile while the M270 MLRS carries 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette as its main armament.