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2A65 Msta-B (towed variant)
The standard towed gun-howitzer designation for the 2A65 barrel and carriage used both independently as Msta-B and as the basis for the 2S19 Msta-S turret, referenced separately here for the specific towed field-gun configuration deployed by non-mechanized artillery battalions. Length, barrel-length and muzzle-velocity figures originate from Russian state manufacturer data and are state-claimed and independently unverified.
In service since 1987
Compiled from public sources ·primary reference ↗ ·last verified 2026-07-02
152
mm gun
6,800
kg
Pricing: No public unit cost
Procurement snapshot
Availability & export
Russian state channel
Rosoboronexport monopoly; Western sanctions exposure and payment/logistics risk for many buyers.
Channel: Rosoboronexport (state)
Fielded & proven
Operator data not public
In service since 1987. Status: active.
Lifecycle cost (est.)
No public unit price to model from. Why so few systems publish one →
Interoperability
No standardised NATO calibre / datalink detected in public specs.
Derived guidance from public data, export regime by country of origin, lifecycle from the GAO ~30% acquisition rule. Verify eligibility, pricing and offsets with the manufacturer and your acquisition authority.
Full specifications
Performance
Speed, range, altitude and engagement capability.
| Rate of fire Rounds per minute (cyclic). Higher increases suppression and hit probability. | 8 rpm |
|---|---|
| Muzzle velocity Projectile speed leaving the barrel. Higher means flatter trajectory and better armor penetration. | 828 m/s |
Firepower
Armament, payload and guidance.
| Main armament Primary weapon: main gun, cannon or missile type. | 152 mm 2A65 howitzer barrel |
|---|---|
| Caliber Bore diameter of the main gun or rifle. Larger throws heavier projectiles; not simply better, ammunition commonality matters. | 152 mm |
| Max firing range Maximum range of the main gun or rocket artillery (with assisted/extended-range munitions where noted). Higher extends reach. | 24.7 km |
Physical
Dimensions, weight and crew.
| Length Overall length including gun/probe where applicable. | 12.7 m |
|---|---|
| Combat weight Fully loaded weight. Lighter eases transport and bridging limits; heavier often means more armor. | 6,800 kg |
| Crew Personnel required to operate. Fewer reduces exposure; autoloaders trade a loader for mechanical complexity. | 8 |
| Barrel length Barrel length, longer improves muzzle velocity and accuracy, shorter improves handling. | 7,200 mm |
Specifications compiled from public Motovilikha Plants and reference sources ↗. Published defense figures are approximations, treat comparisons as directional. Last verified 2026-07-02.
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How much does the Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) weigh? +
The Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) has a combat weight of 6,800 kg.
How many crew does the Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) require? +
The Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) requires a crew of 8.
What is the main armament of the Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant)? +
The Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant)'s primary weapon is the 152 mm 2A65 howitzer barrel.
What is the Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) used for? +
The Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) is a artillery & mlrs typically used for deep strike.
How much does the Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant) cost? +
Motovilikha Plants 2A65 Msta-B (towed variant): No public unit cost. Defense program costs are rarely fully public and vary by contract and configuration.
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