The U.S. military receives a improved M270A2 rocket launcher, with fierce firepower, the longest range can reach 500 kilometers

[Military Bills Point] Author: Friedrichlau

According to the news of the US military fire giant Lockheed Martin, they delivered the first M270A2 multi-tube rocket launcher system at a ceremony at a ceremony at the precise firepower center of Camen, Akenusta on July 12th at a ceremony at the accurate firepower center of Camen, Arkansas. Upgrade. This rocket launcher is part of the M270 modernized upgrade improvement proposed by the United States in 2019. The modification includes a new 600 -horsepower engine, upgrading transmission and rocket bombs to fill the launch module, improved general fire control system, and new cockpit protection armor. The upgrade will allow the M270 to continue to serve until 2050.

▲ The first M270A2 multi -tube rocket system in the U.S. military

Jei Plez, deputy director of Lockheed Martin's missile and firepower control department, said that the delivery of this time is also an important milestone for Loma. It will continue to provide necessary guarantees for the U.S. military and its allies in the future, and their Kamden factory will continue to produce high -quality combat vehicles.

In addition to the upgrade of power and fire control systems, the M270A2 will also be equipped with precise guidance missiles, including the new generation ER GMLRS long -range guidance rocket, its range can reach 150 kilometers. In addition, the U.S. military is still actively developing a new rocket with the longest range of 500 kilometers and the recent range of 60 kilometers, and plans to put it into use in 2023-24.

▲ ATACMS tactical missile, PRSM precision guidance missile and ER GMLRS remote guidance rocket

The M270 multi -tube rocket launcher system was designed and put into operation by Lockheed Martin in 1977. It was equipped with the US Army in 1983. By 2003, more than 20 countries were equipped and used this weapon. This rocket launcher has participated in the Gulf War, Iraq and Afghanistan war. It can fire the 227mm rocket at the enemy's position at a speed of 18 rounds. The effective range is also ranging from 32-500 kilometers. In terms of power performance, the highest driving speed of the system can reach 64 km/h, and the maximum cruise mileage is 180 kilometers. It can be loaded through the C-17 or C-5 transport aircraft to provide remote fire support for frontline soldiers.

While the U.S. military has upgraded, the British Army is also planning to carry out the same improvement. The British upgrade plan cost a total of approximately US $ 224 million. According to the contract requirements, Loma must complete the upgrade of all British active M270 rocket launchers before the second quarter of 2026.

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