M142 HIMARS vs M270 MLRS

Overview

The M142 HIMARS and the M270 MLRS are both Multiple Launch Rocket Systems, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Lockheed Martin Vought Systems respectively.

The M142 HIMARS weighs 16.2 tons vs 25.2 tons for the M270 MLRS. Top speed is 94 km/h for the M142 HIMARS vs 72 km/h for the M270 MLRS. Operational range is 480 km for the M142 HIMARS vs 483 km for the M270 MLRS. The M142 HIMARS is armed with a 6 x GMLRS rockets or 2 x PrSM missiles or 1 x ATACMS missile, while the M270 MLRS carries a 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette.

The M142 HIMARS has been produced in 750 units vs 1,450 for the M270 MLRS. Unit cost is $4.9M for the M142 HIMARS vs $2.3M for the M270 MLRS.

M142 HIMARS

Introduced in 2005, the United States' M142 HIMARS is a light multiple rocket launcher mounted on a five-ton wheeled truck chassis for mobile artillery support.
Profile of M142 HIMARS
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Light multiple rocket launcher
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
Number produced 750 units
Estimated unit price $4.9 million
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M270 MLRS

American multiple rocket launcher system, over 1450 units built, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Vought Systems.
Profile of M270 MLRS
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Multiple Launch Rocket System
Type Multiple Rocket Launcher System
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin Vought Systems
Number produced 1,450 units
Estimated unit price $2.3 million
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M142 HIMARS

Combat weight 16.3 tons ◉
Maximum speed 94 km/h ◉
Operational range 480 km ◉
Length 6.94 m ◉
Width 2.44 m ◉
Height 3.18 m
Crew 3 (commander, second in command, driver)
Engine Caterpillar 3116 ATAAC 6.6L diesel, 330 hp
Main armament 6 x GMLRS rockets or 2 x PrSM missiles or 1 x ATACMS missile

M270 MLRS

Combat weight 25.2 tons ◉
Maximum speed 72 km/h ◉
Operational range 483 km ◉
Length 6.55 m ◉
Width 3.60 m ◉
Height -- m
Crew 3
Engine Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp
Main armament 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette

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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.

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