M2 Bradley vs M270 MLRS
Overview
The M2 Bradley is a Armored Personnel Carrier, while the M270 MLRS is a Multiple Launch Rocket System.
The M2 Bradley weighs 22.9 tons vs 25.2 tons for the M270 MLRS. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley vs 72 km/h for the M270 MLRS. Operational range is 483 km for the M2 Bradley vs 483 km for the M270 MLRS. The M2 Bradley is armed with a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun, while the M270 MLRS carries a 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette.
The M2 Bradley has been produced in 6,800 units vs 1,450 for the M270 MLRS. Unit cost is $4.35M for the M2 Bradley vs $2.3M for the M270 MLRS.
| American IFV, over 6,800 units manufactured by FMC, provides armored transport and fire support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | FMC |
| Number produced | 6,800 units |
| Estimated unit price | $4.4 million |
| American multiple rocket launcher system, over 1450 units built, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Vought Systems. | |
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| 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 |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 483 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.55 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.60 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.57 m |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 TOW 2 double anti-tank launcher |
| 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 |
| Secondary weapon | -- |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is heavier at 25.2 tons combat weight compared to the M2 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M270 MLRS is longer at 6.55 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and M270 MLRS require?
Both the M2 Bradley and M270 MLRS require a crew of 3.
Which is more expensive, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M2 Bradley is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the M270 MLRS at $2.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M2 Bradley or M270 MLRS?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 1,450 units of the M270 MLRS.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and M270 MLRS?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the M270 MLRS carries 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette as its main armament.