Phlox self-propelled artillery mount. Photos of the newest Russian self-propelled gun “Phloks Phlox installation” have been published

It started on September 6, but even a few days before it started, the Internet was full of messages about upcoming premieres. Perhaps the greatest excitement was caused by photos of the newest self-propelled artillery unit “Phlox” that appeared on the Internet. They were posted by State Secretary of Uralvagonzavod Alexey Zharich on his Twitter.

Well, let's try to figure out what the newest one is, even despite the lack detailed information about it - after all, in fact it was declassified only a few days ago.

As can be seen in the photographs, the base of the design is the Ural-4320VV all-terrain armored vehicle, which is currently in mass production. It has a 6x6 wheel arrangement, a mechanical transmission with a lockable center differential, and the middle and rear axles have the ability to lock it - all this is a very, so to speak, tenacious design.

The vehicle is armored to the sixth class (the vehicle is invulnerable to armor-piercing incendiary bullets and shots from sniper rifles Dragunov) at the front, including glass, to the fifth class on the sides, and the engine compartment has a separate armored casing of the third class of protection. The gearbox also has anti-splinter protection.

Video tests of the vehicle showed the degree of its reliability: an explosion of 2 kg of TNT tore off a wheel, but even the engine did not stop working, and an explosion of the equivalent of 5 kg of TNT under the middle wheel caused external damage, but the crew would have been left without serious injuries.

In addition to the driver and fire control operator, the cockpit should, in theory, accommodate a crew commander and a couple more people to service the gun.

On the roof of the cabin, as can also be seen in the photo, there is a thermal imaging module with a laser range finder and a 12.7 mm machine gun - good remedy self-defense. The module appears to be standard; here it is installed on an armored reconnaissance vehicle.

Now the most important thing is the weapon. "Phlox" uses a combined semi-automatic rifled 120 mm gun 2A80.

A special feature of this weapon is its versatility: it can be used not only as a long-range howitzer, but also successfully fire direct fire and even be used to launch mines.

General Director of Burevestnik Georgy Zakamennykh says:

“The concept of placing a 120-mm gun on a vehicle chassis is a completely new solution for our army. In fact it's new class weapons, allowing to significantly increase the mobility of artillery units Russian army. home distinctive feature new self-propelled gun - a gun that is unified in ballistics and breech with the 2A80 gun, but which, due to new design solutions, provides a reduced load on the chassis when fired and increased accuracy shooting."

Maximum range shooting high-explosive fragmentation shells- up to 13 kilometers, guided missiles- 10 kilometers, high-explosive fragmentation mines - 7.5 kilometers. The gun is automated, and the process of preparing a shot occurs without human intervention. Rate of fire - from 8 to 10 rounds per minute.

Accuracy is ensured by a special drive that restores aiming after each shot. The self-propelled gun's ammunition capacity is 80 rounds, of which 28 are in operational stowage, that is, ready for immediate loading using automatic equipment.

Since Phlox uses a 2A80 gun, the installation must be unified with ammunition from the well-known Nona and Vena self-propelled guns. In fact, this means that there is a wide range of them, including guided high-explosive fragmentation rounds "Kitolov-2" and "Gran". The module with the gun is mounted on a rotating platform, which makes it possible to conduct all-round fire. The design does not require the use of additional supports when firing, that is, at a minimum, Phlox can fire without preparation and, quite possibly, even on the move.

There is no information about the capabilities of the Phlox weapons control system yet, but it can be assumed that during the development of the Burevestnik self-propelled guns, developments for the Coalition-SV will be used, that is, automation of gun guidance, including target selection, self-propelled gun positioning, and more. There may be an option to connect the information command system to unified system tactical level management.

To protect against guided missiles and ATGMs, there is a system for detecting laser irradiation, creating optical jamming and shooting grenades. It was stated that there was an analogy to the Shtora protective complex, but since the Shtora is still a Soviet development, we probably have the right to expect certain improvements.

What niche will Phlox occupy?

It is immediately worth noting that tracked self-propelled guns with the same 2A80 gun - "Vena" and "Khosta" - were put into service recently, in 2010 and 2008, respectively. They successfully fulfill their tasks and are gradually replacing the Soviet-era Gvozdikas. “Nona” of the latest modification 2S9-1M has been produced since 2006 and also does not need to be replaced.

We see a niche for a new self-propelled gun in the Russian army in replacing ancient towed howitzers. Let's say, M-30 model 1938, according to information available in the open press, today there are 3,750 pieces in storage. Howitzer D-30 (2A18) model 1968 - 4400 in storage, with 30 pieces still in service airborne weapons and 20 pieces - internal troops.

It is much more logical to use the remaining resource where it is now possible, without keeping it in storage. For example, in Syria, where government troops use the D-30.

Apparently, Phlox, like the new promising Atom infantry fighting vehicle developed by UVZ, was initially export-oriented.

“...a wheeled vehicle is very well suited for action against irregular formations in some semi-desert conditions, for example. The development is specific, but if there are investors and buyers, then why not produce such an anti-terrorist infantry fighting vehicle?”

It looks like the market military equipment for territories where it is more convenient to move on wheels rather than on tracks, it will not be limited to one hunter of “jihad mobiles” - wheeled self-propelled guns will also be in demand, especially with good armor and the ability to shoot from the Kord at close range.

These vehicles complement each other well for tactical clearing of local areas. This hypothesis is indirectly confirmed by the desert camouflage color of the car in the published photos.

The large Nizhny Novgorod artillery manufacturer Burevestnik plans to increase product sales volumes by 2020 fivefold - up to 20 billion rubles. The company intends to do this through the construction of two production buildings in which new types of weapons will be produced. Industry analysts call the company’s plans ambitious and note that there have been cases of a sharp increase in production volumes against the backdrop of the implementation of the state program for the development of weapons until 2020, but they are rare. In this regard, experts warn that due to the worsening economic situation, a reduction in the volume of state defense orders is possible.

JSC Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" (part of the Uralvagonzavod corporation, produces artillery weapons) has begun construction of an assembly building, where it plans to produce new product samples. As the General Director of the Central Research Institute Georgy Zakamennykh told reporters, we're talking about about remotely controlled weapons platforms of a wide range and caliber, about a transport-loading machine for artillery complex"Coalition", 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun "Phlox", a number of mortar weapons for mobile units based on the UAZ Cargo passenger car and ATVs. -Investments in the construction of the building are estimated at 2.6 billion rubles, 60% of investments will be budget funding within the framework of the federal target state program for the development of weapons until 2020, 40% will be the enterprise’s own funds. Construction of the facility is scheduled to be completed in November 2017. Production is tentatively scheduled to reach its design capacity in 2018.

The new assembly building is being built as part of the large-scale investment project “Burevestnik”. The first built production and procurement complex was officially opened yesterday. There is a warehouse on this site finished products and components, metal warehouse and production itself. The volume of investment in this project amounted to 1.26 billion rubles.

With the introduction of two new sites, according to Georgy Zakamennykh, the company plans to increase capacity and sales volumes four to five times from the current 4.5 billion rubles. up to 20 billion rubles. by 2020.

Deputy Director of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies Konstantin Makienko believes that the Central Research Institute’s plans to increase product sales volumes five times look very ambitious. “That is, production volumes should grow by 50% annually. The source of such growth, I believe, can only be the state defense order; exports definitely cannot provide such volumes. In general, individual economic entities provided precedents for such growth during the implementation of the state arms development program, in particular in the field of air defense. But this is a very difficult task from an organizational, personnel and any other point of view,” says Mr. Makienko. Independent expert By small arms Maxim Pyadushkin agrees that the company, apparently, is counting on an internal customer. “The state defense order has long overtaken the volume of supplies of military products for export, although 10 years ago the situation was the opposite and defense industry enterprises mainly lived by supplying products abroad. Now the Russian military is purchasing all types of weapons, because in the 1990s and early 2000s nothing was purchased and everyone lived on the Soviet stock, which was outdated. Therefore, the task has been set to upgrade weapons by 70%. It can be assumed that due to the difficult economic conditions GOZ volumes will be adjusted, but a sharp reduction is unlikely,” believes Maxim Pyadushkin.

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Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" established in 1970 as the leading enterprise for barrel artillery weapons ground forces And navy. Since 2009, it has been part of the special equipment division of JSC Research and Production Corporation Uralvagonzavod. According to SPARK, the company’s revenue for 2014 amounted to 4.8 billion rubles, net profit— 437 million rubles.
The main investment projects at the Burevestnik Central Research Institute have been implemented since 2008. During this time, the institute created a test bench base, a high-performance computing center, and mastered the production of 190 mm (inaccuracy, correct 100mm) ship gun mount and modernized machining production. The total investment in these projects amounted to 1.6 billion rubles.

The 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun 2S40 "Flox" on the Ural-4320VV (6x6) chassis was developed at JSC Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" (part of the Uralvagonzavod concern). The self-propelled gun is designed to perform fire missions to hit moving and stationary targets with mortar mines or artillery shells (including high-precision ones).

The combat weight of the vehicle is about 20 tons. The self-propelled gun has armor: the front part protection corresponds to class VI, the sides are protected according to class V, the engine and transmission section is protected by an armored casing corresponding to class III. The chassis protects against mines weighing up to 2 kg of TNT - the explosion does not affect the performance of the engine, and a charge of 5 kg of TNT cannot incapacitate the crew. To increase cross-country ability, middle and rear differential locks are provided. The installation is equipped with a YaMZ-536 diesel engine with a power of 310 hp. The crew consists of an artillery crew (3 people) and a driver, who is located in a 5-seater armored cabin.

The stern of the self-propelled gun is equipped with a rotating platform with a 120 mm caliber gun module. The rifled gun has the same ballistics and bolt as the 2A80 gun. It can be used both as a howitzer and as a mortar, depending on the ammunition used. The firing range reaches 13 km with a high-explosive fragmentation projectile, 7.5 km with a high-explosive fragmentation mine, 10 kg with a guided projectile. Firing is fully automated through the use of an automatic loader, rate of fire is 8 (OFS) or 10 (OFM) rounds per minute. The AZ automated ammunition rack contains 28 rounds, another 52 are in conventional racks.

The 120-mm gun is equipped with a modern recoil system, which made it possible to eliminate the need for retractable mounts. This solution, together with modern electronics, makes it possible to reduce the ready-to-fire time to 20 seconds and significantly increases efficiency. Vertical pointing angles from -5 to +80 degrees, horizontally - 35 degrees. right and left. The Phlox self-propelled gun is equipped with a modern digital weapon-computing system, which is capable of performing many tasks automatically. These tasks include:

Transferring and receiving data between machines;

Processing the received information and preparing data for calculating shooting parameters;

Adjustment of the installation's firing on the first shot;

Switching between different surveillance tools depending on environmental conditions;

Storing up to 30 targets in memory at the same time and switching between them.

The received and processed information in real time is continuously supplied to the crew monitors in the cockpit, which allows them to quickly respond to the situation and monitor the status of all systems.

As an additional weapon, self-propelled gun equipped with a remote-controlled combat module with a 12.7 mm Kord machine gun and a combined sighting system (on the roof of the cabin). The self-propelled gun is also equipped with a system for detecting laser irradiation and setting up smoke screens.

Photo © Vitaly Moiseev

Since September 6, the Patriot Park near Moscow has been welcoming visitors to the Army 2016 forum. The main purpose of this event is to demonstrate the latest domestic developments in the field of weapons and military equipment. In particular, several samples modern technology this time it was presented by the Uralvagonzavod corporation. One of its most interesting developments, demonstrated publicly for the first time, is the promising self-propelled artillery gun (SAO) Phlox.

About existence promising project The self-propelled joint stock company, called Phlox, became known on August 30. On this day, the press service of the Uralvagonzavod corporation published a press release dedicated to the organization’s participation in the upcoming Army-2016 exhibition. It was mentioned that more than fifty full-fledged and prototype samples of new systems, weapons and equipment will be shown at the corporation’s exhibition site. One of the exhibits was supposed to be the newest 120-mm Phlox self-propelled artillery gun. Other details, however, were not reported.

General view of the machine

The appearance of the new self-propelled gun became known on the first day of autumn. On September 1, State Secretary and Deputy General Director of the Uralvagonzavod Corporation Alexey Zharich on his page in social network Facebook published several photos of a new development created by specialists from the Burevestnik Central Research Institute. The posted pictures were jokingly called spy photos. On the same day, Izvestia published excerpts from an interview with general director Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" (part of the Uralvagonzavod corporation) by Georgy Zakamennykh, who revealed some technical features new project.

Information about the Phlox JSC project published a few days ago is not yet able to fully reveal all the features of the appearance promising development. However, the available amount of information allows us to consider the latest domestic combat vehicle, determine some of its features, and also make certain assessments.

As follows from the available photographs, the Phlox project uses both existing and new components and assemblies. In particular, all the main components and armament of the vehicle are proposed to be mounted on the basis of one of the existing wheeled chassis. Using this approach, a successful combination of basic characteristics and ease of production can be achieved. Ultimately, this could have a significant impact on the commercial potential of the development.

The three-axle all-wheel drive chassis of the Ural-VV armored vehicle is used as the basis for the Phlox self-propelled joint stock company. In its original form, the Ural-VV is an armored car designed to transport personnel or some cargo. The car is built using a hood layout and, as recent projects show, can be equipped with special equipment of the required type. Under the hood of the car there is a YaMZ-6565 diesel engine with a power of 270 hp. The transmission provides torque transmission to all six drive wheels.

The artillery self-propelled gun receives a crew cabin, which is a shortened and redesigned version armored corps base vehicle "Ural-VV". This unit is a product of reduced length, providing double-row placement of the calculation. On the sides there are four doors necessary for access inside. The cabin receives armored glass. The door glazing is additionally equipped with embrasures with dampers. The characteristics of the cabin body have not yet been specified, but there is reason to believe that the level of protection is similar to the body of a basic armored car. Let us remind you that the Ural-VV vehicle has class 5 cabin protection with up to class 6 in some areas.

Behind the cockpit, after a short gap that is used to carry a spare tire and accommodate some additional units, there are two blocks of target equipment. On the chassis frame, above the second axle, there is a box casing designed to carry some payload. A characteristic feature of this unit is the sloping roof, due to the characteristics of the artillery unit. On the front wall of the casing box there are fasteners to hold the gun barrel in the stowed position.

Self-propelled gun aft

In the aft part of the chassis frame, the Phlox project provides for the installation of a rotating platform on which the artillery unit is located. In the central part of the rectangular platform there are mechanisms for mounting and vertical guidance of the gun. On the sides of them there are casings designed to accommodate some additional equipment. As can be seen from the available photographs, the artillery unit of the self-propelled gun has the ability to aim horizontally and vertically within fairly wide sectors. Guidance is carried out using automated mechanisms with remote control.

Basic information about the gun used on the new self-propelled gun was announced by the General Director of the Burevestnik Central Research Institute G. Zakamennykh. He said that a new artillery system, partly based on existing units, is being installed on the Phlox vehicle. In terms of ballistics and breech, the Phlox gun is unified with the 2A80 system. At the same time, some new units were used. It is argued that with the help of new technical solutions it was possible to increase the accuracy of fire and reduce the load on the base chassis.

The gun has a 120 mm caliber barrel and is equipped with a combined semi-automatic bolt, the design of which is borrowed from an existing project. The project also provides for anti-recoil devices and fencing. Important feature The artillery part of the Phlox is the use of automation capable of monitoring the position of the barrel. With its help, it is claimed that after each shot it is possible to restore the previously established aiming, which has a positive effect on accuracy and accuracy.

The self-propelled gun's main armament consists of 80 rounds placed in several stacks. First of all, it is proposed to use the so-called. operational stowage, accommodating 28 shells. After using up this part of the ammunition, the crew can use ammunition from other stowages. Also, if necessary, it is possible to reload ammunition from one stowage to another.

The types of ammunition proposed for use have not yet been specified, but some assumptions can be made in this regard. The Phlox self-propelled gun is equipped with a gun unified with the 2A80 system. Let us recall that the 120-mm 2A80 gun is used as part of the 2S31 “Vena” self-propelled gun and has a number characteristic features. Due to some design features, such a weapon with rifled barrel can be used as a howitzer gun or mortar. The Vienna's ammunition load can include several types of projectiles, including guided ones. It is also possible to use mortar mines of any caliber 120 mm existing models, including foreign development.

Considering the use of existing developments and the possible tactical niche proposed for the Phlox self-propelled joint stock company, it can be assumed that in the case of the new project we are again talking about the use of an original system with extensive capabilities. If this is really the case, then new self-propelled gun capable of applying the most different weapons With different characteristics. This feature significantly expands the range of combat missions to be solved.

Cabin roof and combat module

All systems of the artillery unit must be controlled from a remote control installed in the cockpit. To monitor the operation of systems and enter commands, it is proposed to use a unit that includes a liquid crystal monitor with a push-button frame. Some other controls are also provided. Equipment for controlling auxiliary weapons is attached to the same remote control.

For self-defense and combat against enemy personnel or lightly armored vehicles, the crew of the Phlox self-propelled artillery gun must use a remote-controlled combat module. In preparation for the Army-2016 exhibition, a prototype self-propelled gun received a system with heavy machine gun"Cord". The module has systems for horizontal and vertical guidance, and is also equipped with mounts for cartridge box and a block of optical-electronic equipment. The module is connected to the control panel at the operator's workplace. The crew member controlling the combat module has the ability to receive a video signal from the module’s optics, as well as fully control the operation of all mechanisms.

As an additional means of protection, it is proposed to use a set of smoke grenade launchers. These devices are mounted on the roof of the cabin in a fairly large quantities. Installation is carried out with a slight elevation angle. To set up a smoke screen in the front hemisphere, it is proposed to use two sets of three grenade launchers. Two more similar sets are placed on the sides and are designed for firing forward and to the sides. With the help of 12 smoke grenade launchers, the crew can camouflage themselves and avoid a collision with the enemy relatively safely.

Another system designed to increase survivability in a combat situation is laser radiation detection equipment. Several blocks of such equipment are installed on the roof of the cabin and, possibly, on some other units of the machine. The laser irradiation detection system allows you to timely notice an enemy preparing for an attack and take the necessary measures.

To accommodate the crew on the march and during combat work, a protected cabin with a two-row arrangement of seats is intended. In the front part there are places for the driver and gunner. Between them is placed a rack with some electronic equipment. The driver has full set controls to monitor the operation of all major chassis systems. The gunner, in turn, has a control panel for artillery and machine gun weapons. The remaining crew members are placed in the rear row seats, behind the gunner and driver.

The Phlox self-propelled artillery project has a number of characteristic features that are unusual for similar Russian-developed equipment. Some of them, with certain reservations, even allow us to consider the Phlox project as revolutionary new for domestic artillery systems. According to G. Zakamennykh, placing a 120-mm artillery gun on a vehicle chassis is a completely new solution for the domestic armed forces. In fact, this sample can be classified as a completely new class of equipment for our country. This new class allows you to significantly increase the mobility of artillery units. In addition, there are positive features design in the form of the maximum possible automation of the processes of preparation for firing and subsequent firing.

View of workplace gunner

It is already clear that the original concept, implemented within the framework of the project of JSC Phlox, makes it possible to ensure a sufficiently high firepower and increase the effectiveness of combat work in solving a variety of tasks. Depending on the type of target and other factors, the crew of a self-propelled gun can use ammunition of one type or another that is most appropriate to the existing situation. Can be used to attack targets directly or for shooting at low elevation angles. artillery shells, similar to those used by other tools. In other cases, 120-mm mines can be used, capable of “covering” trenches or other specific targets.

In the case of the SAO 2S31 “Vena”, a gun that combines the qualities of a mortar and a howitzer gun, it is possible to use several dozen ammunition for various purposes with different characteristics. The maximum firing range can reach 8-10 km. In addition, some foreign active-missile projectiles are capable of hitting targets at ranges of up to 15-17 km. It can be assumed that the existing unification of the existing and future artillery systems ensures the preservation of the basic firing parameters.

Let us summarize the preliminary results. The proposed concept, embodied in metal in the form of the first prototype of SAO Phlox, has some positive features, and can also demonstrate certain advantages over other technology of a more familiar appearance. The wheeled chassis should provide high mobility and speed of transfer to new positions, as well as facilitate and simplify the operation of the equipment. Maximum automation of the main processes of preparation for firing and firing, in turn, makes it possible to simplify and speed up the main processes of combat work, positively affecting overall efficiency, as well as influencing survivability.

The idea of ​​a weapon with advanced capabilities, combining the qualities of systems of several classes, has long been tested in practice and has attracted the interest of the military. In addition, to date, this concept has been embodied in several self-propelled gun projects on a tracked chassis. Now all the advantages of such guns are proposed to be combined with the positive features of a wheeled chassis and modern systems management.

The result of using the series interesting ideas And the solution not so long ago was the appearance of the Phlox self-propelled artillery gun. To date, the project has been completed with the construction of a model, which in the next few days will be an exhibit at an exhibition of weapons and military equipment. In the future, work on the project should continue, which may ultimately lead to contracts for the supply of promising equipment to certain customers, both domestic and foreign.

In the domestic armed forces there are currently no direct analogues of the Phlox self-propelled gun that have similar features, although there are several examples of tracked self-propelled guns with similar weapons. Based on the results of tests and analysis of capabilities, the new wheeled vehicle may suit the Russian military, which will result in a contract for the supply of serial equipment. Also new development Uralvagonzavod Corporation may be of interest to foreign customers. JSC Phlox has a number of positive traits, and also, apparently, is not very expensive. These features of the self-propelled gun may be of interest to the armies of foreign countries.

In the future, the Phlox self-propelled artillery gun may reach serial production in the interests of a particular customer. However, such events should not be expected earlier than in a few months or even years. The first public display of a self-propelled gun is a matter of less distant prospects. The platform for the “premiere” of the promising development will be the Army-2016 forum. From September 6 to 11, specialists and the general public will be able to familiarize themselves with the latest designs domestically developed equipment and weapons, including those from JSC Phlox.

Based on materials from sites:
http://uvz.ru/
https://facebook.com/alexey.zharich/
http://izvestia.ru/
http://bastion-opk.ru/
http://arms-expo.ru/

“Significant advantages in range and rate of fire will allow Coalition-SV batteries to strike without entering the enemy kill zone,” writes Military Watch. The article, which pretends but is not objective, was clearly written at the request of the guys whipping up anti-Russian hysteria. To listen to the authors, in the Armed Forces our potential opponents have generally fallen behind forever and it’s time for the whole world to crawl to the cemetery. Judge for yourself:

The 152-mm self-propelled gun "Coalition-SV" is capable of sending projectiles to a distance of up to 70 kilometers, while American self-propelled gun The M109 Paladin will not reach a target located more than three tens of kilometers away. The capabilities of the Coalition exceed even the potential of North and South Korean self-propelled guns, which are considered abroad to have the longest range.

At the same time, the Coalition's rate of fire reaches 20 rounds per minute. For comparison, the American Paladin will be able to fire a maximum of six shells per minute. But that's not all.

"High level automation allows a crew of two to three people to control the Coalition, while the American Paladin requires six people, and the South Korean K9 requires five,” the material says.

The publication notes that the Russian army may soon also receive revolutionary artillery installations created as part of the Sketch development work.

Let me clarify (this is not in the article):

The Phlox and Magnolia self-propelled artillery mounts, as well as the Gorse mortar, created during the Sketch development work, are currently undergoing preliminary tests. This was reported today by the press service of Uralvagonzavod.

As the company said, preliminary tests of the Phlox and Magnolia guns and the Gorse mortar are passing successfully.

"Phlox" on a wheeled chassis "Ural" is a 120-mm self-propelled artillery piece(photo above). The Magnolia self-propelled joint stock company on a tracked chassis has the same caliber. The caliber of the "Drok" mortar on the "Kamaz" chassis is 82 millimeters (model below).

“The concept of placing a 120-mm gun on a vehicle chassis is a completely new solution for our army. In fact, this is a new class of weapons that can significantly increase the mobility of artillery units of the Russian army. The main distinguishing feature of the new self-propelled gun is the gun, which is unified in ballistics and breech with the 2A80 gun, but thanks to new design solutions, it provides a reduced load on the chassis when fired and increased accuracy of fire.”

The maximum firing range of high-explosive fragmentation shells is up to 13 kilometers, guided projectiles are 10 kilometers, and high-explosive fragmentation mines are 7.5 kilometers. The gun is automated, and the process of preparing a shot occurs without human intervention. Rate of fire - from 8 to 10 rounds per minute.

Accuracy is ensured by a special drive that restores aiming after each shot. The self-propelled gun's ammunition capacity is 80 rounds, of which 28 are in operational stowage, that is, ready for immediate loading using automatic equipment.

Since Phlox uses a 2A80 gun, the installation must be unified with ammunition from the well-known Nona and Vena self-propelled guns. In fact, this means that there is a wide range of them, including guided high-explosive fragmentation rounds "Kitolov-2" and "Gran". The module with the gun is mounted on a rotating platform, which makes it possible to conduct all-round fire. The design does not require the use of additional supports when firing, that is, at a minimum, Phlox can fire without preparation and, quite possibly, even on the move.

There is no information about the capabilities of the Phlox weapons control system yet, but it can be assumed that during the development of the Burevestnik self-propelled guns, developments for the Coalition-SV will be used, that is, automation of gun guidance, including target selection, self-propelled gun positioning, and more. Perhaps there is an option to connect the information command system to a unified tactical level control system.

To protect against guided missiles and ATGMs, there is a system for detecting laser irradiation, creating optical jamming and shooting grenades. It was stated that there was an analogy to the Shtora protective complex, but since the Shtora is still a Soviet development, we probably have the right to expect certain improvements.

What niche will Phlox occupy?

It is immediately worth noting that tracked self-propelled guns with the same 2A80 gun - "Vena" and "Khosta" - were put into service recently, in 2010 and 2008, respectively. They successfully fulfill their tasks and are gradually replacing the Soviet-era Gvozdikas. “Nona” of the latest modification 2S9-1M has been produced since 2006 and also does not need to be replaced.

We see a niche for a new self-propelled gun in the Russian army in replacing ancient towed howitzers. Let's say, M-30 model 1938, according to information available in the open press, today there are 3,750 pieces in storage. Howitzers D-30 (2A18) model 1968 - 4400 in storage, while 30 pieces are still in service with the Airborne Forces and 20 pieces with the internal troops.

It is much more logical to use the remaining resource where it is now possible, without keeping it in storage. For example, in Syria, where government troops use the D-30.