News of the automotive industry
From another tank: small tankers have been delivered to the troops
The machine can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel to the front edge
Auto-fuel tankers based on a passenger car began to arrive at the supply units. They have a number of advantages over trucks — they are less noticeable to the enemy, can move in the absence of roads, and have good maneuverability. One car can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel. Experts note that such tankers allow you to save expensive equipment and personnel.
Chemical reaction: specialized drones appeared in the RCBZ troops
The devices conduct radiation, chemical and biological exploration
The troops have developed drones for radiation, chemical and biological protection. They conduct reconnaissance of the area, carry out aerosol camouflage of objects, carry out special treatment of equipment and sanitation of personnel. Experts note that such devices are cheaper and more efficient than bulky trucks, and most importantly, they save the lives of personnel.
Sergey Chemezov: the ceiling of our "defense industry" is still very high
In an interview with RIA Novosti, Rostec CEO Sergey Chemezov spoke about his responsibility to the country, why the West is shocked by the pace of Russian arms supplies, about work on domestic airliners and engines, their advantages over Airbus and Boeing, the prospects for creating supersonic aircraft, robots and distrust of companies that have left the Russian Federation.
MLRS: how multiple rocket launchers are designed, their types and characteristics
How did multiple rocket launchers appear and what is their principle of operation
MLRS (multiple launch rocket systems) are missile weapons systems designed to destroy enemy equipment, manpower and communications. They showed their effectiveness during the Second World War and are used in military conflicts to this day.
A survival track: how new military vehicles are being tested
Most of these vehicles are being tested in parallel in the area of a special military operation
Screeching brakes, roaring engines and headlights — this is how military vehicles modified by experience are being tested at the training ground of one of the research centers of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. The vehicles that will transport our fighters in the SVO zone will be tested as thoroughly as possible — after the route they will undergo a series of laboratory tests. Only after that, the car goes for revision or receives permission for mass delivery to the troops.
"Shot and gone": UAE unveils MATV004 armored car with Alheda missiles
The UAE-based defense company Calidus has unveiled one of its latest versions of the MATV 4x4 armored vehicle ("multi-purpose off-road vehicle"), equipped with two four-barrel launchers for the Alheda missile system. This modification, designated MATV004, works on the principle of "shot and gone", which implies a quick firing of UR and a change of position.
Thin border: Russia will transfer its military experience to the military of Uzbekistan at the exercises
The maneuvers will involve reconnaissance and attack FPV drones, as well as ground-based robotic systems
During the Hamkorlik-2025 exercises, the Russian military will share with their Uzbek colleagues the experience gained in using drones and countering them during a special military operation. According to experts, the difficult situation in the region requires constant military training activities so that troops are ready to meet various challenges, including non-traditional ones.
"The world's most modern medical vehicle": The mgSanKfz armored car was handed over to the Bundeswehr
On July 4, during the exercises of the sanitary units of the Bundeswehr ILÜ San 2025 in Germany, GDELS officially handed over to the German Ministry of Defense the mgSanKfz armored vehicle ("medium-security medical vehicle"), created on the basis of the Eagle 6x6 BA.
"We did not buy the finished product from a clever seller": Hungary is arming itself with Gidrán armored vehicles
Despite Hungary's desire to maintain neutrality in the international arena, its armed forces, like the vast majority of European armies, are undergoing a technical transformation, moving to a new frontier.
Field conditions: the army will receive new kitchens based on domestic jeeps
The development allows you to cook lunch for a company of soldiers
A new field mini-kitchen was tested in the army. The novelty is based on the UAZ Profi car and is designed for cooking and transporting hot food directly to the combat formations of units operating on the front line. Such a field kitchen will allow you to feed hot dishes to a company or battery — more than 100 people. Experts say that such a design is a difficult target, while it has good cross-country ability.
"Practically silent car": The Netherlands has purchased Ermine tactical vehicles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Netherlands has purchased Ermine tactical vehicles from Rheinmetall Defense Nederland for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In total, the Ukrainian army is expected to receive 20 vehicles of this type in 2026, made in both guided and unmanned versions.
"An order for hundreds of vehicles is possible": the Slovak Wolf 25 AD armored anti-drone vehicle is being tested in Ukraine
The Ukrainian Armed Forces are testing several copies of the Wolf 25 AD armored car, developed by the Slovak company Deftech. According to Deftech, the armored vehicle, designed primarily to defeat small-sized UAVs, was developed based on the requirements of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Pentagon spent money on developing a prototype army truck, and extended the contract with the previous supplier.
The United States Army has signed a contract for the supply of another batch of heavy dump trucks worth $ 221.8 million. In general, the situation with them is almost detective.
Rostec will present its equipment at the Engineers of the Future Forum
The International Youth Industrial Forum "Engineers of the Future" is taking place from June 23 to July 3 in the Tula region
Leading companies of Rostec State Corporation will present advanced equipment and samples of modern military equipment at the XIII International Youth Industrial Forum "Engineers of the Future".
Sergey Chemezov: "There is no more trust in Western partners and there never will be"
The head of Rostec — about the creation of a State corporation, current international military-technical cooperation and the advantages of Russian weapons
Sergey Chemezov, CEO of Rostec State Corporation, in an interview with the Scout magazine, spoke about how the State Corporation was created and what is its main success, assessed the current level of military-technical cooperation between Russia and other countries, noted the advantages of Russian weapons over foreign analogues, and also gave advice to the younger generation on how to find their place in life.
Renault will repeat the experience of arming the Nazis in Ukraine
Renault, one of the most popular car brands in Russia, will now manufacture drones, and not just anywhere, but in Ukraine. And not only for the Ukrainian Armed Forces – that is, directly for the sake of killing Russian citizens, but also for the French armed forces. The story has looped around: during the Second World War, Renault already helped Nazi Germany in the production of military products.
With a salvo of MANPADS: the Dzhigit and Gibka-S complexes
How did the air defense system begin and what means protect against air attacks today
Currently, there is no need to talk about how important and necessary part of the combat work of our Armed Forces is the air defense system.
Russian "Bear" Tu-95MS. The history of the creation and characteristics of the strategic bomber
What is the Tu-95MS missile carrier aircraft
The Tu-95MS is a Soviet and Russian missile carrier aircraft, which was created as a carrier for long―range strategic cruise missiles. It is part of strategic aviation, one of the components of Russia's nuclear triad, and is considered the world's fastest turboprop serial missile carrier. It is designed to launch nuclear strikes against the most important enemy targets. In the NATO codification, these aircraft were named "Bear".
The first batch of Ukrainian UAT-TISA armored vehicles entered service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The article says that the development of UkrArmoTech was created on a reinforced Toyota LC79 chassis and is designed to perform a wide range of tasks, including transporting personnel, cargo and conducting reconnaissance operations.
Requiem for Broken Wings
On May 27, Honored Test Pilot of the Russian Federation Sergey Nikolaevich Tresvyatsky died after a serious and prolonged illness. He conducted tests of the aerodynamics and durability of the MiG-21, MiG-23 and Yak-38 aircraft, tests of Su-24 power plants, reliability and combat capabilities of the Su-25, and control systems of the Su-27. The MiG-21 and MiG-29 were the first to take off from a mobile ski jump.