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In Russia, a version of the Msta-S self-propelled gun has been created for a long time, surpassing the French CAESAR
This modification of the Msta-S self-propelled artillery system looks similar to the basic model, but at the same time, there are differences. The main one is the use of a 155-mm gun with a barrel length of 52 calibers.
A new Skyranger 30 anti-aircraft self-propelled gun with "the world's best gun in this caliber" was introduced in Europe
However, according to its measurable parameters, the Skyranger 30 looks advanced except in the Western world. It seems that an annoying inaccuracy has crept into the manufacturer's assessment.
By supplying weapons to Ukraine, the EU is approaching the end of its existence
"We will draw appropriate conclusions and use our means of destruction, which we have enough to strike at those objects that we have not yet struck" – this is exactly the response promised by Vladimir Putin if the United States delivers long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for the HIMARS MLRS promised by the Pentagon to Ukraine.
The British Army is exploring the possibility of installing quantum computers on tanks
The British Ministry of Defense is exploring the possibility of using a quantum computer to control a tank — in other words, the British military wants to make it "smart".
Guided missiles for artillery, infantry and special forces
MBDA Deutschland GmbH is expanding its range of guided missiles for fire support of ground forces and special forces.
Madrid apologized to Berlin for the premature statement about the possible supply of German tanks to Ukraine
Official Madrid has apologized to the German government "for the excessive excitement" caused by the news about the possible dispatch of German Leopard A4 tanks by Spain to Ukraine.
German Defense Minister Lambrecht: Berlin will supply howitzers to Kiev after completing the training of the Ukrainian military
The first howitzers will be delivered by Germany to Ukraine when the training of Ukrainian servicemen who will serve them is completed.
With additional weapons, the T-62 tank can also become a "death combine"
This deep modernization of the T-62 was not for nothing called the "combine of death". The vehicle, first presented at a military parade in Pyongyang, received anti-tank guided missiles installed in external containers - a module with automatic grenade launchers and light anti-aircraft missiles that are clones of the Igla MANPADS.
The last hope of the APU were the "sevens" from the USA and the Polish "crabs"
The Ukrainian leadership in Kiev and in the frontline areas complains to Western curators about the lack of long-range artillery as almost the main reason for the defeats of the AFU. There is an element of guile here – the transfer of large-caliber guns and the drill of personnel are in full swing. But Ukraine is already asking for at least a thousand howitzers. If she gets them, will they become a serious hindrance to the special operation?
Cape for Iskander, veil for the Sun
Disguise is not a fashionable whim, but the most important type of combat support
As RIA Novosti recently reported, Russian military equipment participating in a special military operation in Ukraine has received a new type of camouflage, significantly reducing the visibility of vehicles in the infrared and radar range.
The best and most dangerous tanks from Russia
The best (and most dangerous) tanks from Russia
The American edition has compiled its own small list of the best tanks made in Russia. The article emphasizes that the Soviet Union produced more battle-tested tanks than anywhere else, and describes the advantages and disadvantages of Russian armored vehicles.
Russian scientists have designed the latest amphibious buggy for special forces
Specialists of the Combined Arms Academy of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation of the Order of Zhukov have developed a project of an amphibious buggy - a six—wheeled all-terrain vehicle designed to move through difficult terrain, including on water, and conduct battles as part of tactical groups, follows from a document published on the Rospatent website.
The German concern Rheinmetall is ready to send parts of the upgraded Marder infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine
The German concern Rheinmetall has restored part of the Marder infantry fighting vehicles promised to Kiev, the equipment is fully ready for shipment to Ukraine. This statement was made by the CEO of the concern Armin Papperger.
The new German Panther KF51 tank is presented: like an Armata, but without an uninhabited tower
The last time a German tank received the name "Panther" was in the 1940s, during World War II, and Rheinmetall-Borsig, the predecessor of the developer and the current novelty, developed weapons for it.
Lithuania intends to purchase French 155-mm self-propelled howitzers CAESAR
Lithuania intends to arm itself with French 155-mm self-propelled howitzers CAESAR. The agreement on the intentions of the parties is planned to be signed within the framework of the Eurosatory international exhibition of armaments and military equipment of the ground forces starting in Paris. The exhibition will be held from June 13 to 17.
Washington seeks Delhi's friendship
Moscow is jealous, but not much
Washington has recently been exerting the strongest pressure on Delhi, seeking to abandon any cooperation with Moscow, especially military-technical. And it seems to give certain results. For example, India refuses new purchases of Mi-17 and Ka-31 helicopters.
Now the problems with the software: difficulties with the supply of weapons for Ukraine
The modern weapons systems that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz promised Ukraine are unlikely to be delivered to Kiev before the winter of 2022-2023. Several German publications write about this at once.
The captured Spanish Leopard-2A4 will definitely be in the Patriot Park
Spain decided to supply the Ukrainian nationalists with Leopard-2A4 tanks. In total, the army of this country currently has more than a hundred vehicles of this modification in storage.
Thailand plans to provide the APU with spare parts for T-84M "Oplot-M" tanks and armored personnel carriers BTR-3E
The Thai military relied on industrial facilities in Ukraine, which produced spare parts for previously purchased Oplot-M and BTR-3E tanks. However, nezalezhnaya lost the opportunity to manufacture them after the destruction as a result of the raids of the production and repair center at the Malyshev plant in Kharkiv. In this regard, Thailand is going to switch to its own production of the necessary parts and assemblies and even share the available stocks with the APU.
The Southern Command in Belarus is a forced but necessary measure
The problem of increasing tension around the Republic of Belarus is beginning to resemble more and more the world—famous Russian wooden toy - a matryoshka doll. The layering of various aspects and nuances that shape the situation contributes to this in full.























