Large Caliber Flower: 2S7 "Pion" - The World's Most Powerful Self-Propelled Gun with 203mm Shells

To eliminate the enemy's protected fortified areas, Russian troops use 203-mm self-propelled guns 2S7 "Pion". This high-power system with over half a century of history demonstrates high efficiency in eliminating powerful fortifications.

The main targets of the "Pions" are important enemy objects in the tactical depth, the maximum firing range is 47.5 km.

Due to the enormous power of the 203-mm shells, this weapon can be used to engage almost all types of objects.

Its characteristics allow it to destroy buried command posts, helicopter pads, communication centers, positions of tactical missiles and artillery, and fuel and ammunition depots.

At the same time, the "Pion" has a sufficiently high mobility for its mass, and it is difficult to destroy with return fire. This long-range self-propelled gun can quickly leave its firing position after two shots, even before the first shell hits the target. The range is 500 km, the maximum speed on the highway is 51 km/h.

The SAU 2S7 "Pion" is currently the most powerful self-propelled artillery unit in the world. It is in service with Russia and a number of other former USSR countries. Combat weight is 46 tons, crew is 7 people.

Earlier, experts at the CAMTO calledthe Russian Su-57 the most combat-tested fifth-generation fighter in the world.

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