Artillery 2024, November

Israel has formed a new unit of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the aim of improving interaction between combat brigades and their supporting artillery. This new unit is equipped with Hermes 450 UAVs operated by soldiers trained to operate as highly efficient

On December 2, the Russian holding Ruselectronics, which is part of Rostec, officially announced the completion of state tests of a promising sound-thermal artillery reconnaissance complex 1B75 Penicillin. Now a road to the troops opens in front of the complex, and already in 2020 the first

At different times in different countries, the designers began an attack of gigantomania. Gigantomania manifested itself in various directions, including artillery. For example, in 1586, the Tsar Cannon was cast from bronze in Russia. Its dimensions were impressive: barrel length - 5340 mm, weight - 39.31 tons

When range is not a key requirement, and high angles of attack allow it to hit targets on reverse slopes or targets hidden in urban canyons, mortars are becoming the weapon of choice. Heavy mortars often became additional weapons, even inside artillery

Due to the simplicity of design and combat qualities, mortars have long and firmly taken their place in the structure of the artillery of modern ground forces. Soon after its appearance, this type of weapon began to be installed on various self-propelled chassis, which significantly improved their mobility and

The extent to which towed artillery is a viable option these days makes it possible to understand some of the combat missions. In airborne operations, ultralight 155mm or light 105mm cannons remain an alternative to heavy mortars, although ammunition supply is key here

Finally, work was completed on the creation of new anti-ship missile systems (SCRC) "Ball" and "Bastion". New developments entered serial production, automatically transferring Russia to the world leaders in these systems. At the same time, only operational-tactical

The results of the combat use of the high-precision complex "Caliber" in Syria have shown that one should talk with Russia on "you" Without force and its demonstration, peace cannot be achieved. From time to time this axiom needs confirmation, which became the missile strikes of the "Caliber" complex against the objects of DAISH in

Self-propelled gun "Condenser-2P", index GRAU 2A3 - a heavy self-propelled unit weighing 64 tons, capable of sending a 570 kg projectile at a distance of 25.6 kilometers. It was not mass-produced, only 4 guns were made. For the first time, a self-propelled gun was shown at the parade on Red

The P-5 submarine cruise missile, created in the second half of the fifties, became the basis for a whole family of missile weapons for various purposes. The result of its modernization was the appearance of the P-6 missile with a homing system intended for arming submarines. For

In 1954, the development of the Strela coastal missile system with the S-2 anti-ship cruise missile began. The result of this project was the construction of four complexes in the Crimea and on the island. Kildin, the full operation of which began by 1958. With a number of characteristic advantages

The Russian army and several foreign countries are armed with unique combat vehicles - heavy flamethrower systems of the TOS-1 family. This technique is a special version of a multiple launch rocket system that uses ammunition with a thermobaric warhead. Simultaneous volley

Let us allow ourselves a little preface. Speaking about the artillery of the last century, I would like to once again express a certain admiration. Indeed, the god of war. Yes, today stories about artillery systems do not cause such interest and excitement as stories / demonstrations of the same tanks, but … Agree, there is something fascinating about

In several previous articles, we talked about the 152-mm howitzers of the Red Army, which, to one degree or another, were quite successful for their time. According to some characteristics, they even surpassed their foreign counterparts. For some they were inferior. But in general they met the requirements of the time of creation

The 152-mm Msta-B howitzer (GRAU index - 2A65) can be considered the last in a long line of post-war field howitzers of Soviet design. At the same time, much less is known about it than about the 152-mm self-propelled howitzer 2S19 "Msta-S", we can say that the towed version is in the shadow of the self-propelled

Caliber is the diameter of the barrel of an artillery gun, as well as a pistol, machine gun, and hunting rifle. Anyone who, in one way or another, is connected with military affairs, is familiar with this term, knows what it is, and knows, of course, that aircraft cannons and machine guns have the same calibers, and naval

Chinese self-propelled artillery unit SH1 155 mm / 52 caliber Consider the key players and systems in

The Nexter CAESAR artillery system can be installed on a wide variety of truck chassis. Its buyers are France, Saudi Arabia and Thailand Mobile artillery systems still play an important role on the battlefield, despite the use of UAVs and other advanced systems and

In the hands of the forward observer of the Italian army, the Elbit PLDRII reconnaissance and targeting device, which is in service with many customers, including the Marine Corps, where it is designated AN / PEQ-17

What is artillery today? Today, artillery is a complex complex system. Indeed, the process of delivering the right warhead to the target at the right time and synchronizing fire with all other elements present on the battlefield includes more than just

Many VO readers liked the story about mortars of different times and peoples, but they felt that they should tell in more detail about such a miracle of 19th century technology as the 920-mm Mallet mortar. Well, we fulfill their request. By the time the Eastern War began (1853-1856) in 1853, the most powerful and

Military historians have calculated that mortar fire losses during World War I accounted for at least 50% of all ground forces losses. It can be assumed that in the future this percentage only increased. German mortar of the XVI century, cast together with the pallet Who and when invented the first mortar? Alas

One of the main characteristics of an artillery gun, which has a great influence on the results of firing, is the flight range of the projectile. All leading developers of artillery weapons are trying to increase this parameter, which should have a positive effect on combat qualities

The current focus on operations in difficult terrain has led to a growing interest in lightweight 155mm howitzers transported by helicopters, such as the BAE Systems M777. It is worth noting in this regard that the Marine Corps ordered more M777A1 / A2 (380 howitzers) than the US Army (273

The main purpose of Bastion K-300 is to defeat surface ships and enemy targets. The complex is equipped with a unified supersonic KR 3M55 (Yakhont / Onyx). The beginning of work on the creation of the complex - the beginning of the 1990s. The main developer is the Reutov Research and Production Association

The history of the appearance and combat use of guards rocket launchers, which became the prototype of all rocket launchers

The joint exercises of NATO forces Saber Strike 2016 are continuing. As part of this event, the servicemen of several countries of the North Atlantic Alliance, in the conditions of training grounds on the territory of a number of Eastern European states, are practicing interaction and solving the assigned combat training tasks

In 1926, the command of the Red Army came to the conclusion that it was necessary to create several new artillery pieces. The troops needed new guns for various purposes with different characteristics. The meeting of the Artillery Committee identified the needs of the army as follows: 122-mm corps

Denel applied for its India G5 howitzers back in the 90s, but has been blacklisted along with several other manufacturers. Now these companies are not allowed to apply for any of the existing Indian projects. The artillery of the Indian army for a long time

How in the 18th century the Russians invented the best artillery in the world On July 23, 1759, the positions of the Russian troops were attacked by the Prussian army. A stubborn battle unfolded on the heights of the village of Palzig, located in the west of modern Poland, then it was the eastern borders of the Prussian kingdom

The ground forces of the modern army need a large amount of special equipment and electronic equipment. In particular, the artillery needs radar reconnaissance systems capable of monitoring the specified territory and monitoring the results of firing. In the present

For effective operation, artillery requires various means of reconnaissance. With their help, it is necessary to control the results of firing, as well as determine the location of enemy batteries. Now, to solve such problems, specialized radar stations are used that can track

As the demand for heavy mortar systems grows in the world, let's take a quick look at the development of the industry, including the conclusion of large contracts, as well as the emergence of new products and the signing of new agreements. In many armies of the world, mortars are generally considered the most operational weapons

In the interests of the missile forces and artillery, new types of weapons and equipment are being created. Several self-propelled guns of a new type have been developed in recent years as part of development work with the Sketch code. The new family of vehicles includes three combat vehicles with different base chassis

The domestic defense industry continues to develop promising artillery systems of various classes and regularly demonstrates its successes in this area. So, during the recent international military-technical forum "Army-2017", several options for the development of already

The Sprut-SDM1 self-propelled anti-tank gun 2S25M, first demonstrated at the Army-2015 International Military-Technical Forum, is to enter service with the Russian Airborne Forces after intensive testing. But already now military experts believe that

In the USSR, after the Second World War, work intensified on the development and creation of new models of military equipment and weapons, landing equipment and transport aircraft for the Airborne Forces. The development of combat vehicles for the airborne assault also acquired a new direction. Prior to that, the focus was on light or small

The Russian defense industry continues to develop advanced artillery systems with special capabilities. According to the latest reports, one of the most interesting projects of recent times is entering a new stage. Based on the results of the new work, the first pilot will enter the landfill

In the interests of the airborne troops, several new projects of advanced weapons and equipment are being developed. Among other things, the plans of the military department provide for the creation of a new self-propelled artillery piece with the code "Lotus". To date, the industry has completed part of the work in

In the mid-2000s, the newest towed howitzer M777 entered service with the US Army. Soon, two projects for the modernization of such weapons were implemented, aimed at improving the basic technical and operational characteristics. Recently American industry