The World’s Most Expensive Military Machines and Engineering Wonders

13. M270 MLRS

The M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), built by Lockheed Martin, debuted in 1983 and costs about $4 million. First delivered to the U.S. Army, it soon became popular among NATO forces for its effectiveness. The M270 boasts a maximum firing range of 186 miles, giving it remarkable reach in battle.

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The M270 MLRS offers a 300-mile operational range, increasing its mobility on the battlefield. Its best firing range is within twenty miles for maximum effect.

Designed for rapid response, the M270 can launch 12 rockets in 40 seconds or two missiles in ten seconds, providing fast and powerful support to ground troops.