Russian artillerymen have begun using the modernized Msta-S self-propelled howitzer. After the upgrade, the system received computerized aiming systems for the first time, capable of sharply increasing firing accuracy.
If previously the crew had to perform many operations manually, now electronics take over some of the tasks.
Computerized systems have been installed. New ones. The old ones didn't have them. There, it was manual. Now it works by itself, roughly speaking. The main thing is to accurately set the coordinates to hit the target with the first shell immediately.
The Msta-S usually operates from concealed firing positions. The crew receives coordinates, after which the system automatically helps prepare the weapon for firing.
However, shells are still loaded manually through a special hatch and then rammed into the barrel.
The rate of fire of the system has also increased – up to 10 rounds per minute. Reconnaissance drones, including the Orlan-10, mainly assist with aiming at the target.