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How much does an artillery rocket cost?
M142 HIMARS
| M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System | |
|---|---|
| Unit cost | $5.1 million (cost of launcher and all ammo required) (2014) (equivalent to $5.5 million in 2019) |
| No. built | 414 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 16,250 kg (35,800 lb) |
Which country has the best tank?
Russia
Military > Army > Main battle tanks: Countries Compared
| # | COUNTRY | AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Russia | 22,710 |
| 2 | China | 9,000 |
| 3 | United States | 8,725 |
| 4 | India | 5,978 |
What is the Skif anti-tank guided missile?
Anti-tank guided missile. The Skif is a Ukrainian anti-tank guided missile. Thanks to its sprawling Soviet-era manufacturing base Ukraine inherited a complete arms industry with a growing list of customers. Aside from the usual small arms and armored vehicles a recent breakthrough is the Skif Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM).
Where are the Skif missiles made?
In 2018 the Skif anti-tank guided missiles have been exported to Saudi Arabia. Turkey ordered a number of these anti-tank missiles. A joint company for production of these missiles was established in Turkey and production began in 2020 . Shershen – Designation of the Skif system in Belarus.
What is the Skif’s fire control system?
The Skif’s fire control system is a box-like 15 kilogram TV channel guidance unit married to an SLX-Hawk thermal imaging camera. The addition of a thermal sight is actually offered on an optional basis for Skif customers.
How does the Skif compare to other ATGMs?
The Skif’s own product literature implies it’s superior to rival ATGMs like the Israeli Spike LR, ergo other “Western” systems as well. The Skif is recognizable for its simplicity of design. Both the missile launch tube and fire control system are mounted on a launcher unit stabilized by a small collapsible tripod.