«Tor-M2» Goes Hunting: Kalashnikov Concern Highlights SAM System as Best Drone Interceptor

The Kalashnikov Concern has recognized the tracked version of the Tor-M2 SAM system from the Mytishchi Machine-Building Plant (MMZ) as one of the best means for intercepting reconnaissance and strike drones. According to the concern, the Tors demonstrate high efficiency in repelling aerial threats.

Experts note that the Tor-M2 self-propelled anti-aircraft missile system on a tracked chassis combines high maneuverability and cross-country capability, which makes it less vulnerable on rough terrain and allows it to quickly occupy combat positions. "Tors" have repeatedly successfully hit all kinds of military-industrial complex products, the statement said.

For basing and operation, the complex is installed on a GM-5955.15-01 chassis. In this configuration, the vehicle develops a speed of up to 80 km/h on the highway and 30 km/h on the ground; it is suitable for placing equipment and equipment of the SAM system, transporting the complex and providing it with power.

The concern emphasizes that the combination of the Tor-M2 combat vehicle and the GM-5955.15-01 chassis increases the survivability and efficiency of units in countering unmanned reconnaissance and strike assets.

Technical characteristics:

• Maximum horizontal range of destruction - 12 km.
• Minimum horizontal range of destruction: at a height of 10 m - 1500 m, at a height of more than 100 m - no more than 1000 m.
• Number of simultaneously processed targets - 48 pcs.
• Number of simultaneously fired targets - 4 pcs.
• Number of simultaneously guided missiles - 8 pcs.
• Maximum speed of moving targets - 700 m/s.
• Target maneuver overload - 10 g.
• Ammunition of anti-aircraft guided missiles (SAM) on the BM - 8 in two SAM.
• BM loading time - 18 min.
• BM deployment time from traveling to combat position - 3 min.
• BM speed - on highways - 80 km/h, on dirt roads - 30 km/h.
• Fuel range (with two hours of equipment operation) - 500 km.
• Maximum BM weight - 30 tons.
• BM crew - 3 people.

Earlier www1.ru reported that Pantsir-S SAM systems can shoot down drones measuring 30 by 30 cm.

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