Echoes of the Cold War have not faded even today. And the expanding geography of military conflicts and armed confrontations simply makes it necessary to keep the military defense system "in good shape." Russia has always been one of the leading developers and manufacturers of weapons in the world. Sufficient funding, comprehensive state support, and encouragement of research and development make it possible to create new types of weapons. Modern Russian weapons often have no analogues in the world, and in many respects surpass foreign models.
Don't think that the invention and improvement of the legendary "Kalash" is the only achievement of the defense complex of the Russian Federation. Yes, this weapon was and is the best-selling in the world, it took part in the largest number of wars (compared to analogues), it is in service in many countries of the world. But Russia can boast not only of them … After all, the peace of the Motherland is protected not only by arrows -submachine gunners. Therefore, speaking about the most modern weapons of Russia, it is worth mentioning what the various branches of its troops are armed with. So, let's consider in detail what is in the hands of those who protect the borders, the depths of the sea and the peaceful sky above.
Tactical ballistic systems
The enemy starts to tremble just from the very word "voivode". And no wonder - after all, this strategic missile system is capable of inflicting defeat even on objects located on a neighboring continent. It cannot be called a supernova, it was developed and created by Soviet engineers. But it has not lost its relevance over the years of its existence. Until now, being the most powerful in the world, it has not acquired worthy rivals of foreign production. Overseas colleagues from the Pentagon call him "Satan" (Satan SS-18 Mod.1, 2, 3). And the Russians prefer the affectionately respectful nickname "Tsar Rocket".
The "Iskander" and "Tochka-U" complexes were no less famous. Such modern Russian weapons are designed to destroy enemy military facilities, well-fortified and located at a considerable distance.
Anti-tank missile systems
The Shturm-S complex mounted on a powerful caterpillar tractor is used to destroy enemy heavy armor. It can fire 130mm Shturm and Ataka rockets capable of reaching subsonic speeds and penetrating almost any armor.
His fellow with the harmless name "Chrysanthemum" is capable of destroying not only military boats, low- altitude aircraft, engineering structures, but also tanks, both existing and in advanced development.
MLRS
Multiple launch rocket systems are designed to destroy dispersed enemy manpower, fortifications, fortified firing positions, lightly armored and unarmored vehicles. MLRS "Grad" (122 mm) and "Smerch" (300 mm) are distributed far beyond the borders of Russia.
These installations are in service with the armies of several countries around the world.
Anti-tank guns
The SPT 2S25 self-propelled gun, which has the same power as the most modern tanks, hits the target with 125 mm rockets.
The Sprut, a towed gun designed even for all-round defense, has the same caliber.
Self-propelled guns (mortars)
Among the variety of self-propelled mortars developed and produced by the Russian Federation, the most formidable was and remains the self-propelled gun "Tulip". Already out of production, this gun, affectionately called "SAUshka" by gunners, continues to serve faithfully. The 240 mm artillery mount can use several types of projectiles, including radio-controlled ones ("Daredevil"). To date, SAU"Tulip" has no analogues in the world.
Other weapons deserve no less attention: "Nona", "Hyacinth", "Peony". These artillery installations have repeatedly taken part in wars and armed conflicts, where they were able to clearly demonstrate what real Russian power, modern weapons, and the ability to win are.
Towed mortars and howitzers
Despite the fact that many samples were developed back in the days of the USSR, they do not give up their positions today. The development of technology makes it possible to improve weapons 20-30 years old, bringing them on a par with the latest world developments. For example, the D-30 howitzer was put into service in the 60s of the last century, but it does not lag behind its world counterparts today. Special projectiles have been developed for her, which can be controlled using a computer.
Mortars 120 and 82 mm shoulder to shoulder serve almost in its original form. Improvements concern only the ammunition used for them.
Anti-tank grenade launcher
Modern Russian weapons include portable grenade launchers. Several types of 105 mm caliber projectiles are intended for RPGs, including thermobaric and reactive ones. With the help of this weapon, even the latest tanks with cumulative protection can be hit. In addition to a large lethal force, Russia's modern military weapons should be comfortable for the fighter. For example, a grenade launcherThe 2014 Boer weighs only 1.5 kg, and its crew consists of one person.
Along with grenade launchers, anti-personnel flamethrowers are also used.
Modern Russian small arms
You can talk endlessly about pistols, machine guns, rifles and machine guns developed in Russia. True professionals, who stood at the origins of the weapons business, taught their successors for many generations to make weapons that can withstand maximum loads and faithfully serve the soldier. It is not for nothing that jokes are so popular among the military that in a Russian swamp you can dig up a three-ruler lost in the 40s and successfully win more than one war with it. And the legendary AK knowingly enjoys the fame of the most "indestructible" weapon in the world.
But jokes are jokes, and meanwhile, modern Russian small arms often outperform many foreign analogues. First of all, it is worth mentioning the old man - "Kalash", the new version of which - AK-12 - has a number of unique features:
- feeding from a box or drum magazine for 30/60 and 95 rounds respectively);
- adjustable reload handle to make it easier for left-handed soldiers;
- built-in Picatinny rail;
- standard optics;
- butt, folding in any direction;
- minimum accuracy, reduced recoil.
Three Russian-designed sniper rifles (KORD,Vintorez, SVD) have been among the top ten in the world for many years.
Deserve attention and many other new developments. It is truly endless to talk about the strength of Russian weapons…
