Articles for category: Artillery & Missile Systems

A Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile mounted beneath a Russian MiG-31K aircraft. The missile is designed for hypersonic speeds exceeding Mach 10 and precision engagement of high-value targets.

Russia’s Missile Production and Costs: Insights from Reported Leaked Documents

A Ukrainian source has reportedly obtained access to classified Russian documents detailing procurement contracts for a wide range of missile systems. While the authenticity of the documents remains unverified and the files themselves have not been made public, the information offers a detailed look into Russia’s missile production volumes, costs, and modernization priorities for 2024–2026. ...

Lancet kamikaze drone striking a 2S22 Bogdana self-propelled artillery gun during a counter-battery operation.

How a Bogdana Self-Propelled Artillery Was Neutralized by Drones

On the modern battlefield, drones are transforming how counter-battery operations are executed. A recent incident highlights this shift, where Russian soldiers successfully destroyed a Ukrainian 2S22 Bogdana self-propelled artillery gun mounted on a Tatra chassis. This operation demonstrates the synergy of reconnaissance drones and loitering munitions in neutralizing high-value targets. The Target: 2S22 Bogdana Artillery ...