Silence in the Russian Army Raises Questions: 2S35 "Coalition-SV" SPG Still Not in Service

Vladimir Putin's visit to "Motovilikhinskiye Zavody" attracted the attention of the Telegram channel "Military Informant," which noted the features of the weapons exposition. The 155-mm "Msta-S" SPG and its 152-mm variant were prominently displayed, and behind them was the 152-mm "Coalition-SV." Both systems have recognizable muzzle brakes, but the "Coalition-SV" also has a unique cradle.

Nevertheless, the question of the reasons for the absence of the "Coalition-SV" in the Russian army remains without official comment.

During this period of uncertainty, other models have appeared both in similar expositions and in official videos, such as the "Hyacinth-K" with new long-range guided projectiles. But information about the 2S35 "Coalition-SV" continues to be unclear for over a year.

Perhaps the reason for the silence lies in the technological difficulties associated with the production and implementation of such an innovative system. It is possible that additional tests and refinements were required to achieve the required levels of reliability and efficiency. Also, economic factors that could have affected the pace of serial production should not be discounted.

The "Coalition-SV" is a 152-mm self-propelled artillery gun (SPG), a representative of the new generation of barrel self-propelled artillery. The howitzer is mounted on the platform of the T-90 tank.

Technical characteristics of 2S35 "Coalition-SV":

• Combat weight: 48 tons.
• Turret armor: composite, anti-splinter up to 20 mm.
• Powerplant: V-92S2 with a power of 1000 hp.
• Armament: 152-mm 2A88 gun with a barrel length of 52 calibers, gun ammunition - 70 guided projectiles created on the basis of "Krasnopol" projectiles.
• Firing range: up to 70 km (achieved result - 80 km).
• Rate of fire: more than 10 rounds/min.
• Machine gun: one 12.7-mm "Kord" machine gun.
• Crew: 3 people.

Earlier www1 reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin tried on "Strekoza" thermal imaging goggles for the military at the Mulino training ground.

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