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Weapon news. The latest weapons of the Russian army: the best

Russian Federation were formed in 1992. At the time of creation, their number was 2,880,000 people. Today it reaches 1,000,000 people. This is not only one of the largest armed forces in the world. Armament Russian army today is very modern, developed, has stocks of nuclear weapons, weapons mass destruction, a developed system for countering an enemy offensive and redeploying weapons if necessary.

The army of the Russian Federation practically does not use foreign-made weapons. Everything you need is made in the country. All military equipment and weapons are the result of research by scientists and the functioning of the defense industry. The army is controlled by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation through military districts and other command and control bodies. Also created to control the Russian Armed Forces General base, whose tasks are defense planning, conducting mobilization and operational training, organizing reconnaissance operations, etc.

Armored vehicles

Military equipment and weapons of the Russian army are constantly being modernized. This happens with vehicles such as armored personnel carriers, infantry fighting vehicles and BMD. They are designed for combat operations. various types terrain, and are also capable of transporting a combat detachment of up to 10 people, overcome water obstacles. These vehicles can travel both forward and reverse at the same speed.

So, at the beginning of 2013, the BTR-82 and BTR-82A entered service with the Russian army. This modification has an economical diesel generator set, equipped with an electric drive with a stabilizer to control the gun, laser sight. The designers have improved reconnaissance capabilities, the fire extinguishing system and fragmentation protection have been improved.

About 500 BMP-3s are in service. This technique and the weapons it is equipped with have no equal in the whole world. equipped with mine protection, have a strong and sealed body, providing circular armor to protect personnel. The BMP-3 is an airborne amphibious vehicle. On a flat road speeds up to 70 km / h.

Russian nuclear weapons

Nuclear weapons have been adopted since the days of the USSR. This is a whole complex that directly includes ammunition, carriers and means of movement, as well as control systems. The action of the weapon is based on nuclear energy, which is released during the fission reaction or fusion of nuclei.

New today is the RS-24 "Yars". Developments on it were started under the USSR in 1989. After Ukraine refused to develop it jointly with Russia, all design developments in 1992 were transferred to MIT. By design, the Yars missile is similar to the Topol-M. Its difference is a new platform for breeding blocks. Increased on Yars payload, and the body is processed special composition to reduce the impact nuclear explosion. This missile is capable of performing programmatic maneuvers and is equipped with a missile defense system.

Pistols for the army

Pistols in the troops of any kind are used for close combat and personal self-defense. This weapon gained popularity due to its compactness and light weight, but the main advantage was the ability to fire with one hand. Until 2012, pistols in service with the Russian army were used mainly by Makarov systems (PM and PMM). The models are designed for 9 mm cartridges. The firing range reached 50 meters, the rate of fire was 30 rounds per minute. Magazine capacity PM - 8 rounds, PMM - 12 rounds.

However, the Makarov pistol was recognized as obsolete, and a more modern model was adopted. This is the Swift, developed jointly with the special forces. By their own technical specifications the pistol is superior to the world-famous Glock. Another pistol that the army adopted new Russia in 2003, was the SPS ( self-loading pistol Serdyukov).

9-mm cartridges with small ricochet bullets, as well as armor-piercing and armor-piercing tracer bullets, were developed for it. It is equipped with a special spring to speed up the change of a two-row magazine and two safety valves.

Aviation

The armament of the Russian army in terms of aviation makes it possible to provide protection and attack on the enemy, as well as to carry out various operations, such as reconnaissance, security and others. Aviation is represented by aircraft and helicopters for various purposes.

Among the aircraft, it is worth noting the Su-35S model. This fighter is multifunctional and highly maneuverable, it is designed to strike at moving and stationary ground targets. But its main task is to gain air supremacy. The Su-35S has engines with more thrust and a rotary thrust vector (product 117-S). It uses a fundamentally new on-board equipment - the aircraft information and control system provides the maximum degree of interaction between the pilots and the machine. The fighter is equipped with the latest Irbis-E weapons control system. It is capable of simultaneously detecting up to 30 air targets, firing up to 8 targets without interrupting ground and air surveillance.

Among helicopters, the KA-52 "Alligator" and KA-50 "Black Shark" should be noted as modern weapons of the Russian army. These two combat vehicles are a formidable weapon, so far not a single country in the world has been able to create and oppose equipment that matches them in terms of tactical and technical capabilities. "Alligator" can operate at any time of the day or night, under any weather and climatic conditions. "Black Shark" is designed to destroy various armored vehicles, including tanks, as well as to protect ground facilities and troops from enemy attacks.

Vehicles

Equipment of the Russian army vehicles for various purposes differs in large scale. Automotive equipment is presented in the form of highly mobile, cargo-passenger, multi-purpose, specially protected and armored.

The STS "Tiger", adopted by the Russian army, has proven itself especially well. The car is used for reconnaissance operations, surveillance of the enemy, transportation of personnel and ammunition, patrolling high-risk areas, and escorting mobile columns. It has high maneuverability, a large power reserve, good visibility for firing.

For the operational transfer of equipment, ammunition and personnel in large quantities, the KRAZ-5233BE "Spetsnaz" is used. The car is designed for work in harsh climatic conditions (from - 50 to + 60 degrees), has a high cross-country ability - it can overcome water barriers up to 1.5 m deep and snow covers up to 60 cm high.

tanks

Tanks are armored fighting vehicles and are used by ground forces. Today, the T-90, T-80 and T-72 models are used in the Russian army. Modern armament with tanks outnumbers the equipment of the army of the United States of America.

The T-80 has been supplied to the army since 1976, since then it has gone through several modifications. It is used to support the destruction of people and various objects (for example, fortified firing points) with firepower, to create defensive lines. It has multilayer armor, increased maneuverability. It is equipped with a 125-mm cannon coaxial with a machine gun, a Utes machine-gun system, a smoke grenade launcher, and an anti-tank missile control system.

The T-90 tank, especially the T-90SM modification, can be safely positioned as the latest weapons Russian army. Equipped with an improved fire extinguishing system, an air conditioning system has been added, it is possible to hit moving targets with high precision during movement. In all characteristics, it surpasses such tanks as the Abrams or Leopard.

Machine guns in service with the army

The most famous weapon of the Russian army is this. And although they do not have grace or beauty, they have earned popularity for their simplicity and ease of use. This assault rifle dates back to 1959, when it was first adopted by the USSR army. Last years, since 1990, AK-74M models with a strap for mounting were produced for the army various kinds sights. In it, the designers were able to realize the dream of a universal machine. But no matter how universal it may be, history does not stand still, and technologies develop.

To date, the modern armament of the Russian army in terms of machine guns is represented by the AK-12 model. It is devoid of the shortcomings of all types of AK - there is no gap between the receiver cover and the receiver itself. The design makes the machine convenient for use by both right-handers and left-handers. The model is compatible with magazines for AKM, AK-74. It is possible to mount an underbarrel grenade launcher and various types of sights. The firing accuracy is almost 1.5 times higher than that of the AK-74.

Grenade launchers in Russian troops

Grenade launchers are designed for various purposes and are divided into several types. So, allocate easel, automatic, manual, multi-purpose, underbarrel and remotely controlled. Depending on the type, they are intended for the destruction of enemy troops, mobile and stationary targets, for the destruction of unarmored, lightly armored and armored vehicles.

The new small arms of the Russian army in this category are represented by the RPG-30 "Kryuk" grenade launcher. It is a disposable weapon, entered the army in 2013. It is double-barreled, consisting of two grenades: a simulator and a 105-millimeter combat one. The simulator ensures the activation of the enemy defense functions, and the live grenade directly destroys the unprotected target.

One cannot ignore such modern weapons of the Russian army as the GP-25 and GP-30 grenade launchers. They are equipped with Kalashnikov assault rifles of modifications AK-12, AKM, AKMS, AKS-74U, AK-74, AK-74M, AK-103 and AK-101. Underbarrel grenade launchers GP-25 and GP-30 are designed to destroy living and non-living targets and unarmored vehicles. Sighting range shooting - about 400 m, caliber - 40 mm.

Sniper rifles

Sniper rifles used as small arms of the Russian army are divided into several types, or rather, they have various purpose. To eliminate single camouflaged or moving targets, a 7.62 mm SVD is used. The rifle was developed back in 1958 by E. Dragunov and has an effective range of up to 1300 meters. Since then, the weapon has gone through several modifications. In the 90s. was developed and put into service with the Russian army (SVU-AS). It has a caliber of 7.62 and is designed for airborne units. This rifle has automatic firing capability and is equipped with a folding buttstock.

For military operations that require the absence of noise, VSS is used. Despite the fact that the Vintorez sniper rifle was created in former USSR, SP-5 and SP-6 cartridges are used for firing (it pierces a steel plate 8 mm thick from a distance of 100 m). Sighting range is from 300 to 400 meters, depending on the type of sight used.

Russian Naval Forces

The armament of the Navy, which is used by the army of the new Russia, is quite diverse. Surface ships provide support for submarine forces, provide transportation landing troops and cover the landing, protection of territorial waters, coastline, search and tracking of the enemy, support for sabotage operations. Submarine forces provide reconnaissance operations, surprise attacks on continental and maritime targets. Naval aviation forces are used to attack enemy surface forces, destroy key facilities on its coastline, intercept and prevent attacks by enemy aircraft.

The Navy includes destroyers, patrol ships of the far and near sea zone, small missile and anti-submarine ships, missile, anti-sabotage boats, large and small landing ships, nuclear submarines, minesweepers, landing boats.

Defense production

After the collapse of the USSR, the defense industry experienced a sharp decline. However, in 2006, Russian President Vladimir Putin approved Government program development of weapons for 2007-2015. According to this document, new weapons and various technical means should be developed over the indicated years to replace the old one.

The development and supply of new and modernized weapons and equipment is carried out by such enterprises as Russian Technologies, Oboronprom, Motor Builder, Izhevsk Machine Building Plant, United Aircraft Corporation, Russian Helicopters OJSC, Uralvagonzavod, Kurgansky engine building plant" and others.

Most research centers and design bureaus developing weapons for the Russian army are strictly classified, as are defense industry enterprises. But the defense industry today provides jobs for many large and medium-sized cities of the Russian Federation.

It is only natural that everyone who uses weapons wants to own the best of its models, so below is a rating that presents modern weapon our time - rifles. The rating was compiled by the American TV channel Military Channel according to the following criteria: aiming accuracy, efficiency in combat, reliability, comfort of use and original design.

American M14

The rifle, which occupies the honorable 10th position on the list, appeared during the Second World War. At this time, the infantry soldiers of the American army were armed with several types of small arms at once - only 4. Since it was extremely inconvenient, especially on the battlefield, the military authorities asked the government to develop one universal rifle capable of performing the functions of all available weapons.

The solution to the problem was the modern small arms M14 with a standard cartridge of 7.62 mm caliber. Baptism of fire the product was received in the Vietnam offensive and was highly appreciated by the fighters.

Despite the fact that the M14 was recognized as somewhat heavy for a rapid assault, and the more modern M16 soon appeared, World War II small arms are still very popular among professional military men, especially as a sniper rifle. Therefore, products cannot be attributed to military antiques.

Sturmgewehr 44, Germany

Ninth place given automatic rifle receives for the original design and innovative technologies- in the class of assault weapons, this modern small arms can be considered a pioneer.

The peculiarity of the gun is that its developers decided to use a 7.92-mm caliber cartridge, which stands between standard pistol and rifle cartridges. In addition, the product significantly increased the rate of fire compared to the usual Mauser rifle - up to 500 times per minute.

American 1903 Springfield

The latest US small arms were actually created in the early twentieth century after the war with Spain. It was then that the Americans thought about creating something more modern and improved to replace the already existing infantry Krag-Jorgensen.

The current rifle received a sliding bolt and a magazine for 5 rounds of 7.62 mm caliber. Thanks to the bullet release speed of 820 meters per second modern weapons proved to be an excellent sniper rifle, despite the rather low rate of fire - only up to 10 beats per minute.

All these qualities made it possible to use small arms in the Vietnam War.

Austrian Steyr AUG

Compared to other models, this modern product, which took 7th place, appeared relatively recently - in 1977. The release date had a significant impact on appearance rifles - it is more like a fantastic blaster from everyone's favorite Star Wars.

Although the design is somewhat unusual, it allows you to achieve some advantages. For example, the developers moved the trigger mechanism inside the stock, significantly lightening the gun and making it more compact.

The weapon belongs to the class of machine guns with the possibility of a single fire. You can choose yourself in which direction the shells will be dropped - to the right or to the left.

Mauser K98k, Germany

The sixth position is not very modern, but still one of the most advanced weapons of the military industry. The legendary Mauser became the prototype or modification for many subsequent models.

  • gunpowder that does not reproduce smoky clouds;
  • cartridges in clips;
  • longitudinally sliding type shutter.

Prior to this, products of this kind were practically not used in the arms industry.

FN FAL, Belgium

5th place is occupied by another representative with the presence of a single fire function. Interestingly, the Sturmgewehr 44 already known to us served as a prototype.

In the middle of the twentieth century, FN FAL will be adopted by more than 50 countries around the world. And for good reason - modern small arms have proven themselves well thanks to a good muzzle velocity of 820 meters per second and a rate of fire of about 700 rounds per minute.

Nevertheless, the product has one significant disadvantage - the accuracy of fire drops significantly when working in automatic mode.

M1 Garand, USA

The fourth position is occupied by semi-automatic small arms, created in 1936 specifically for the armament of the military forces of the United States.

With a muzzle velocity of 860 meters per second, the rifle allows you to work with about thirty rounds of 7.62 caliber per minute. Such indicators put the gun significantly higher than similar models during the Second World War.

English Lee-Enfield SMLE

An honorable third place went to a bolt-action rifle, which was created in the UK at the beginning of the 20th century. The superiority of modern non-automatic small arms received due to the outstanding rate of fire up to 30 rounds per minute. This is due to the ability to hold up to 10 rounds per magazine.

The muzzle velocity of such a product is 740 meters per second.

M16, USA

Among the advantages, it should also be noted the use of lightweight metal alloys for casting the case and parts of the product - with the lighter version, assault operations began to go faster and more efficiently.

In addition, modern small arms are becoming small-caliber, taking 5.56 mm cartridges instead of the classic 7.62. This allows you to hold up to 30 bullets in the gun magazine at the same time.

AK-47, USSR

The best modern small arms are chambered in 7.62 caliber cartridges. The model does not belong to the old antiques in any way and is produced to this day - for comparison, the English Lee-Enfield was adopted only until 1965.

Incidentally, the AK-47 was based on the Sturmgewehr 44, just like the Belgian FN FAL. However, the models have significant differences in assembly - the AK-47 consists of stamped parts, which can significantly reduce the weight of the rifle.

With a muzzle power of 1000 meters per second, modern small arms fire about 710 shots per minute - just an amazing result!

You can learn more about the operation of the Kalashnikov assault rifle from the following video review:

The situation in modern world such that the Russian Federation, in order to maintain its sovereignty and play key roles in the international arena, is forced to strengthen its combat capability. And what is the strengthening of combat capability? This is, first of all, strengthening the Russian army with new weapons - classified weapons, and those that Russia sells to other countries.

This article will discuss the latest developments in weapons in Russia. Some of these weapons are already being used by our troops, other new models are under development and testing, and should enter service with the Russian army in 2018-2019.

Here it should be said again that at present Russia is developing and testing many types of weapons of a new generation, moreover, testing new weapons in Russia is a secret matter. For obvious reasons, nothing can be said about such weapons yet. In addition, within the framework of a separate article, it is simply impossible to talk about all the new developments, so we will only talk about some of the most high-profile samples of modern Russian weapons.

The latest weapons of Russia 2017-2018

Generally speaking, according to prominent weapons experts and politicians, in the coming years, the Russian armed forces should receive:

  • Over 600 aircraft different types: fighters, long-range aircraft, strategic bombers etc.;
  • More than 1000 latest helicopters;
  • Over 300 new super air defense systems;
  • Ballistic missiles of a new generation with nuclear warheads;
  • New nuclear weapon;
  • New high-precision weapons (bombs, missiles, etc.), as well as latest systems aiming such weapons, designed for high-precision shooting;
  • New weapons to destroy tanks and other ground vehicles;
  • The latest models of small arms and military equipment;
  • Various military equipment of the new generation, as well as other products of domestic weapons enterprises.

In addition, the Armed Forces of Russia in the near future should receive troop control systems based on automation. Also developing new secret weapon Russia. According to some reports, the latest small arms in Russia are currently being developed, the operation of which is supposed to be based on fundamentally new physical methods.

In addition, work continues on the creation hypersonic missiles, which are supposed to be based not on the surface of the earth, but in airspace. It is assumed that the speed of such rockets will be 7-8 times higher than the speed of sound. This, for obvious reasons, will be Russia's latest secret weapon.

In addition, work is underway in Russia on other types of superweapons. Some of these samples of Russia's superweapons will be discussed below.

Russian nuclear weapons

It is known that the main shield of our country is strategic nuclear weapons. Until now, well-known domestic examples of strategic nuclear weapons"Voevoda" and "Sotka". However, they are already changing to more advanced models (Topol, Topol-M).

However, in addition to those listed, a new secret weapon of Russia is being actively and successfully developed and implemented, that is, new samples strategic missiles. Here are just a few of them:

  • RS-24 Yars. The re-equipment of the Russian army with such missiles, in fact, is already underway. According to the Russian command, missiles of this type will replace obsolete models of strategic missile weapons (the same Topol and Topol-M);
  • RS-26 Frontier. This complex is intended for use by intercontinental ballistic missile with increased accuracy. In 2014, the complex entered service with the Russian army. It is assumed that this missile will replace Topol-M and Yars in the future;
  • BZHRK Barguzin. Since this type of weapon is not yet used in the Russian army (it is under development), there is little information about it. This new Russian secret weapon is expected to become operational in 2018;
  • Missile launcher "Vanguard". This is a fundamentally new weapon, its effectiveness compared to the same "Topol-M" can be 50 times higher. The warhead of this missile is capable of flying from 16,000 to 25,000 km. The rocket launcher is supposed to be put into service in 2018;
  • Missile bottom systems. This is, in fact, rocket launchers located on seabed and, accordingly, launching missiles from the depths of the sea. One of these complexes was named "Skif". The essence of the action of such a complex is as follows. The rocket located on the seabed is in constant standby mode. When the command is fired, the missile fires and hits a surface ship or any ground target. The water column serves as a kind of mine for the rocket. The first test launch of the rocket since the day White Sea was made back in 2013. The development of bottom missile systems is carried out to this day;
  • Mobile missile systems. Based on the name, such complexes can be moved from place to place, which is their considerable advantage compared to stationary complexes. Russia is currently working on the creation of railway and naval mobile missile systems. One of the test marine mobile missile systems was placed in an ordinary cargo container. A test launch of a rocket from such a complex had a considerable effect on observers and experts.

Again, this is just a small part of missile weapons, adopted in 2017 or planned for entry into the Russian armed forces in the near future.

Anti-tank weapons

Concerning anti-tank weapons, then there are also unique samples that have no analogues anywhere in the world. Here are just a few of these samples:

  • Missile complex Kornet-D. This is a very effective weapon for destroying enemy armored vehicles. Since the complex is a missile one, therefore, the destruction of enemy armored vehicles is carried out by missiles;
  • Hermes complex. Its first version, called "Hermes-A", was intended to be destroyed using helicopters. The complex is attached to a helicopter, and in this way fire is fired at enemy armored vehicles. Currently, work is underway to create new versions of anti-tank systems, which are designed to expand and diversify the use of weapons. In particular, it is known that in the near future, missiles fired from the Hermes complex should be used with anti-aircraft missile system"Pantsir-S1";
  • MGK BUR. In fact, this is a new improved type of grenade launcher, which has a reusable starting device and one shot. That is, after each shot, the grenade launcher must be reloaded, as was the case in all previous versions of this type of weapon.

Other samples of anti-tank weapons that are currently being worked on are classified, and therefore there is no need to talk about them in detail.

New small arms

Speaking of “new weapons of Russia”, it is impossible to do without mentioning the new small arms produced in the country. Missiles, planes and ships are, of course, wonderful, but it is small arms that are primarily able to protect the most valuable thing - the life of a soldier. Here are just some of the new samples of Russian small arms:

  • Double medium ADS machine. This is a unique new small arms of Russia, which is capable of firing both outdoors and under water. In addition, the machine is designed in such a way that it can be fired from both the left and from right hand. The assault rifle began to be mass-produced in 2016, and it entered service with the Russian army in 2017;
  • SVLK-14S. This rifle is exceptionally accurate. sniper weapon Russia, from which you can effectively hit a target at a distance of up to 2 km. In addition, it is the most powerful small arms to date;
  • Lebedev pistol (PL-14). Domestic pistols - perhaps the most weakness our small arms. The famous "Makarov" has long been outdated - both in terms of its combat qualities, and in other senses, there are also complaints about other domestic pistols. Against this background, new domestic pistol, designed by designer Lebedev, looks very attractive. The pistol is very light and thin, it can be fired both with the right and left hand, its recoil is small, the accuracy of fire and the rate of fire exceeds the available domestic counterparts. The gun should go into service with both the army and the police. In addition, the designers also promise a sports version of the PL-14.

Currently, several defense enterprises of the country are working on the creation of a fundamentally new small arms, in no way similar to the famous Kalashnikov assault rifle. In particular, it is already known that such a weapon will have a striking mechanism and a buttstock in the buttstock, and it is supposed to shoot from such weapons with specially designed (innovative) cartridges. Such cartridges will significantly increase the accuracy and range of fire, as well as destructive force. The first samples of such weapons have already arrived in this year to the Russian armed forces. Massively new small arms will begin to enter the army and special forces in 2020.

Robots as the newest weapon of Russia

It is clear that in the age of electronic technology, robots can also (and must) be weapons. What is actually happening. This year, Russia began to create special forces robots. According to the designers, such robots will be able to provide significant assistance to soldiers on the battlefield: help snipers in choosing a target, deliver ammunition, and also perform the functions of orderlies - that is, find the wounded, provide them with first aid and transport them to medical facilities. These robots are currently being tested.

Another combat robot (or rather, a robotic military complex), which was given the name "Nerekhta". It moves on caterpillars and is armed with a Kord machine gun. Initially, the robot was conceived as an artillery fire spotter, but soon the designers realized that being just a spotter for such a machine is not enough.

Currently, the robot "Nerekhta" can go on reconnaissance, quietly destroy an enemy pillbox, open fire from a machine gun and thereby support its fighters. The robot is able to move up to 30 km per hour, it is controlled by a remote control. Since the robot is equipped with an optoelectronic system, a thermal imager, a laser rangefinder and a ballistic computer, it is currently also successfully used as a security guard for missile systems.

Currently, work is underway to improve the robot. So, this year, an improved version of Nerekhta-2 was tested. Such a robot will be a “squire” of a fighter, that is, he will carry his weapons and equipment behind the fighter. The robot can be controlled by voice and gestures. In addition, the robot will act in sync with the fighter it serves. For example, if a fighter took aim and fired at some target, then the robot from its weapon will also shoot at the same target - for reliability and safety.

Chukavin sniper rifle (SHF) / Photo: Press service of the Kalashnikov concern

So, for example, the Makarov pistol may soon be replaced by a compact 9 x 19 mm Lebedev pistol with a 14-round magazine. In an uncharged state, it weighs 720 grams. Thanks to the modular design, the barrel of the pistol can be changed and sights, as well as a flashlight, a laser designator and a silencer. According to the creator of the pistol, the leading design engineer of the Kalashnikov concern, Dmitry Lebedev, new pistol proved to be a "good boy".

The Ministry of Defense, the Russian Guard and foreign customers are also showing interest in the latest Chukavin semi-automatic sniper rifle (SVCh), which was created for three calibers: 7.62 x 54 and 7.62 x 51 mm, as well as for the .338 Lapua Magnum sniper cartridge. The microwave was developed in a new layout, which makes it possible to simplify the mounting of various sighting systems. The rifle also has a telescopic stock.

Meanwhile, the fifth generation of Kalashnikov assault rifles (5.45 mm and 7.62 mm AK-15) is positioned as a promising weapon, which is part of the Ratnik combat equipment. The AK-12 has already passed state tests and, perhaps, its mass production will begin in 2018. It is assumed that a 3.5-kilogram machine gun with a 30-round magazine will become the main long-barreled firearms in the Russian army.

In addition, AK-105 assault rifles chambered for 5.45 × 39 millimeters are already in service with the army and security forces. By production of the automatic machine new shock-resistant materials were used. And the improved barrel increased the accuracy of fire. Thanks to the modernization of the trigger mechanism, it was possible to facilitate the descent and avoid the problem of "twitching" of the weapon. By the way, other machines of the "hundredth" series AK-101/102/103/104, produced for export, are of interest to foreign customers. So, for example, about the desire to purchase a large batch of AK-103, suitable for a hot climate, said Pakistan.

5.45 mm light machine gun, weighing only four kilograms, is another interesting Russian development, which should go "into the series" in 2018. According to experts, the machine gun that will replace the RPK-74 simply has no analogues.

"The decision on the purchase of this machine gun has been made by the Minister of Defense. We are now preparing the first batch for military testing, and then a decision will be made on serial deliveries. We hope that testing will begin this year," said Alexei Krivoruchko, general director of the Kalashnikov Concern.

The echo of the Cold War has 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. The modern often has no analogues in the world, and in many respects surpasses foreign samples.

Do not think that the invention and improvement of the legendary "Kalash" is the only achievement defense complex RF. Yes, this weapon was and is the best-selling in the world, it took part in most wars (in comparison with analogues), is in service in many countries of the world. But Russia can boast not only of them ... After all, not only submachine gunners protect the peace of the Motherland. 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 us consider in detail what is in the hands of those who defend the borders, sea ​​depths and a peaceful sky above.

Tactical ballistic systems

From the very word "voivode" the enemy begins to tremble. And it is not surprising - after all, this strategic missile system 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".

No less famous were the Iskander and Tochka-U complexes. Such modern Russian weapons are designed to destroy enemy military facilities, well-fortified and located at a considerable distance.

Anti-tank missile systems

To defeat the heavy armor of the enemy, a powerful caterpillar tractor is used. It can fire 130mm Shturm and Ataka rockets capable of reaching subsonic speeds and penetrating almost any armor.

Its fellow with the harmless name "Chrysanthemum" is capable of destroying not only military boats, low-altitude aircraft, engineering structures, but also tanks, both existing ones and those in advanced development.

MLRS

Jet systems salvo fire 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 in the armies of several countries of the world.

Anti-tank guns

The SPT 2S25 self-propelled gun, which has the same power as the most powerful ones, hits the target with 125-millimeter rockets.

The Sprut, a towed gun designed even for all-round defense, has the same caliber.

Self-propelled guns (mortars)

Among the variety of developed and produced Russian Federation self-propelled mortars, 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"). Today it has no analogues in the world.

Other weapons deserve no less attention: "Nona", "Hyacinth", "Peony". These artillery mounts more than once they took 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 it, which can be controlled using a computer.

Mortars 120 and 82 mm serve side by side almost in their original form. Improvements concern only the ammunition used for them.

Anti-tank grenade launcher

Russia also includes wearable grenade launchers. Several types of 105 mm caliber projectiles are intended for RPGs, including thermobaric and reactive ones. With this weapon, you can even hit latest tanks with cumulative protection. In addition to great destructive power, modern military weapon Russia should be comfortable for the fighter. For example, the Bur grenade launcher system of the 2014 model weighs only 1.5 kg, and its crew consists of one person.

Along with grenade launchers, anti-personnel flamethrowers are also used.

Modern small arms of Russia

Talking about pistols, machine guns, rifles and machine guns developed in Russia is endless. 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 give odds to many foreign counterparts. First of all, it is worth mentioning the old man - "Kalash", a new version which - AK-12 - has a number of unique features:

  • the ability to feed from a box or drum magazine for 30/60 and 95 rounds, respectively);
  • adjustable reload handle, making it easier for left-handed soldiers;
  • built-in Picatinny rail;
  • regular optics;
  • butt, folding in any direction;
  • minimal accuracy, reduced recoil.

Three developed in (KORD, Vintorez, SVD) have been among the top ten in the world for many years.

Many other new developments also deserve attention. It is truly endless to talk about the strength of Russian weapons ...