M142 HIMARS



Overview

M142 HIMARS

M142 HIMARS in Afghanistan with launcher in raised position. Note the armored cab and the pack of six 227mm MFOM rockets.
Source: US Army - © Public domain

Origin
United States
Type
Multiple rocket launcher
Entered service
2005
Status
In service
Development
1990’s
Developer
United States
Production
Late 1990’s (prototypes)
2002 - present
Producer
United States
Unit cost
About $ 5 million per launch vehicle and associated equipment
Number produced
Over 100 launchers by 2019
Designations
HIMARS / High Mobility Artillery Rocket System
Notable users
United States
Singapore
United Arab Emirates

Details

Facts M142 HIMARS
General
Origin
United States
Type
Multiple rocket launcher
Crew
3
Dimensions
Weight
16.2 t
Length
7 m
Width
2.4 m
Height
3.2 m
Main armament
Type
Launcher with single MFOM bay
Ammunition
6x 227mm MFOM rocket or 1x ATACMS missile
Chassis
Chassis type
Wheeled chassis, 6x6
Automotive
Engine
Caterpillar C7 6-cylinder water-cooled diesel
Power output
300 hp
Transmission
Allison 3700 SP 7-speed automatic
Fuel
212 L
Mobility
Speed
85 km/h on road
Range
480 km
Power to weight ratio
18.5 hp/t
Obstacle crossing
Wall
0.6m
Trench
1 m
Gradient
60 %
Slope
30 %
Fording
0.9 m
Protection
Armor type
Optional armored cab
Smoke system
No

Media

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