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BM-25

Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) · Russia · 1957
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BM-25

BM-25
BM-25 Photo: One half 3544 · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Range
40
Saturation Firepower
50
Salvo Size
45
Reload Speed
30
Precision (guided)
0
Mobility
55
Shoot-and-Scoot
35
Ammunition Versatility
40
Technology
30
Cost-Effectiveness
70
Origin Russia
CategoryMultiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS)
EraEarly Cold War
In service1957–1960
Operators2 countries
Data Quality85%
39
Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) MASS Rating
1/8
Early Cold War
102/151
All-Time
Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) · 10 axes scored
Range
40
Saturation Firepower
50
Salvo Size
45
Reload Speed
30
Precision (guided)
0
Mobility
55
Shoot-and-Scoot
35
Ammunition Versatility
40
Technology
30
Cost-Effectiveness
70
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category.
01 / Overview
BM-25
Country
Production
1957–1960
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
MULTIPLE LAUNCH ROCKET SYSTEMS (MLRS) · EARLY COLD WAR
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
78
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
39
multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General3MOD.3
◈Ordnance2MOD.2
  • Calibre250 mm
  • Ordnance Typemultiple rocket launcher
▣Performance3MOD.3
  • Maximum Range (standard)55 km
  • Elevation0° - 55°
  • Traverse6°
◇Ammunition4MOD.4
◆Mobility4MOD.4
  • Self-PropelledYes
  • Prime MoverKrAZ-214 6x6 truck chassis
  • Road Speed (if SP)55 km/h
  • Range (if SP)530 km
▤Ammunition Handling1MOD.1
  • Ready Rounds6
⬢Dimensions3MOD.3
  • Length9.8 m
  • Width2.7 m
  • Height3.5 m
▲Production1MOD.1
  • Production Start1,957 year
◎Self-Propelled Chassis2MOD.2
  • Engine Power205 hp
  • SuspensionKrAZ-214 6x6 truck chassis
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1957Production started
  2. 1960Production ended
69
years in service
3
years in production
0
countries operating
ⓘ 2 countries retired it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries2country
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE2terms
High Explosive (HE) round: an artillery or mortar projectile containing explosive filler designed to inflict damage through blast and fragmentation effects.
Artillery system with integrated propulsion, enabling movement under its own power rather than being towed.
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