Splav BM-30 Smerch vs Lockheed Martin M142 HIMARS
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 Splav BM-30 Smerch
Wins 2/6 |  Lockheed Martin M142 HIMARS
Wins 4/6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 60 km/h | 85 km/h ✓ |
| Range (km) | 850 km ✓ | 480 km |
| Rate of fire (rpm) | 12 rpm | — |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 300 mm | — |
| Ammunition | 12 ✓ | 6 |
| Max firing range (km) | 90 km | 300 km ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | — | 7 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 43,700 kg | 16,257 kg |
| Crew | 4 | 3 |
| Program | ||
| Unit cost (USD) | — | $5,100,000 |
| Units built | 300 | 540 ✓ |
| Operator countries | 8 | 12 ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, Splav BM-30 Smerch and Lockheed Martin M142 HIMARS? +
The Lockheed Martin M142 HIMARS is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 85 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The Splav BM-30 Smerch has the longest range at 850 km.
Which is cheaper? +
The Lockheed Martin M142 HIMARS has the lower public unit-cost figure at 5,100,000 USD. Treat this as directional — defense pricing varies by contract and configuration.
Where does this comparison data come from? +
Every figure in the table is sourced from public manufacturer pages, defense-ministry releases and reference publications, and is verifiable on each system's spec page. WeaponSpecs does not accept vendor placement.
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