HIMARS (M142): US Rocket Artillery

The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is a light multiple rocket launcher developed. Subscribe Now - ⚔️ ⚔️ ------------------------------------------------------ The #HIMARS carries six rockets or one MGM-140 ATACMS missile on the U.S. Army's new Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles five-ton truck, and can launch the entire Multiple Launch Rocket System Family of Munitions. HIMARS is interchangeable with the MLRS M270A1, carrying half the rocket load. The launcher is C-130 transportable. The chassis is produced by BAE Systems Mobility and Protection Systems, the OEM of the FMTV. The #Rocket launching system is produced by Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control. Type: Rocket artillery, Tactical ballistic Place of origin: United States Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control, BAE Systems Unit cost: $5.1 million (2014) Crew: 3- Gunner, Driver, and Launcher Chief Weight: 11,000 kg Length: 7 m Width: 2.4 m Height: 3.2 m Vehicle Range: 480 km Road Speed: 85 km/h Armament: 6 × 227 mm M270 series rockets or 1 MGM-140 ATACMS missile Traverse : 360 Rate of fire: 1, 2, 4, All 6 Maximum firing range: 2–300 km Armor: light Operational range: 480 km Speed: 85 km/h Accuracy : Guided ------------------------------------------------------ We are sure, that all the fans of #MilitaryWeapons will find here something related to their interests. ⚔️ ⚔️ Remember that these are not toys :) ------------------------------------------------------ Our Social Media: Facebook - Taringa - ------------------------------------------------------ Artillery Systems & Ballistic Missiles || Military Weapons ------------------------------------------------------ Music Info: Jingle Punks - Earthy Crust