27.07.2023, 15:59
Eine neue russische 8 x 8-Radhaubitze, die "2S43 Malva" (152 mm). In gewisser Weise ein Novum, da die Russen bislang ihre Artillerie entweder gezogen oder auf Kette bewegten. Offenkundig hat sich der "Hype" um Radhaubitzen im Westen so langsam auch gen Osten ausgebreitet...
Schneemann
Zitat:Russia enhances military capabilities with 152mm self-propelled howitzer 2S43 Malva successful trials [...]https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_...rials.html
The Russian state-owned conglomerate Rostec made an announcement about the successful completion of state trials for the 8x8 wheeled 152mm self-propelled howitzer known as 2S43 Malva. This news is particularly significant as the Russian Army had previously lacked such wheeled self-propelled artillery units (SPAs), which are crucial for various tactical situations. [...]
By utilizing the same 2A64 152-mm gun as the 2S19 Msta-S tracked self-propelled howitzer, the 2S43 Malva inherits all the advantages and firing capabilities of the 2S19 system. [...] The 152mm gun on the 2S43 Malva can fire projectiles weighing approximately 43 kilograms at a maximum firing range of 24,500 meters, with a rate of fire estimated to be around 7-8 rounds per minute, significantly higher than other artillery systems of its type. This high rate of fire is achieved through a specially designed gun-loading mechanism. With an ammunition load of 30 rounds, the 2S43 Malva weighs 32,000 kg, making it notably lighter than the tracked 2S19 Msta-S. It has an elevation range of -3 to +70 degrees and a traverse range of 60 degrees. [...]
Operated by a crew of five, the 2S43 Malva measures 13 meters in length, 2.75 meters in width, and 3.1 meters in height. Under the hood, the 2S43 Malva is powered by a YaMZ-8424.10 diesel engine, generating 470 horsepower. This enables it to achieve a maximum road speed of 80 km/h and offers an operational range of 1000 km without refueling. Additionally, the howitzer can be transported by the Il-76 transport aircraft, allowing for swift deployment to distant locations.
Schneemann