Defense News April 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Friday, 29 April 2022 12:05 T-72M1 main battle tank from the Polish army (Picture source Army Recognition) In addition to the T-72 Main Battle Tank (MBT), Poland will also supply Ukraine with several dozen BWP-1 tracked armored IFVs (Infantry Fighting Vehicles) which is a Soviet-made BMP-1 produced under license in Poland. Citing information published by the "PolskieRadio", Poland has already delivered military equipment to Ukraine for an amount of around €1.5 billion including 2S1 122mm self-propelled howitzers, BM-21 GRAD 122mm MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket Systems), Warmate loitering munitions, Piorun man-portable air defense missile weapon also called MANPADS, as well as air-to-air missiles for MiG-29 and Su-27 fighter aircraft. Currently, the Polish army has a total of 606 main battle tanks including 142 Leopard 2A4, 105 Leopard 2A5 acquired from Germany, 232 PT-91 Twardy, Soviet-made 127 T-72A/T-72M1 in operational conditions, and 257 more in store. On April 6, 2022, Army Recognition reported that Poland has officially signed the agreement for the acquisition of 250 American-made M1A2 Abrams SEP V3 main battle tanks that will replace T-72 and PT-91 tanks, currently in service with the Polish army. The delivery of these T-72 MBTs will not reduce the operational capabilities of the Polish army, which had already decided to replace its old Soviet tanks with American M1A2 Abrams SEP V3 tanks. For the Ukrainian soldiers, the use of these T-72s tanks is no problem because they are already in service with the armed forces of Ukraine. The T-72A is the second generation of Soviet-made main battle tank MBT in the T-72 family. The first version of the T-72 entered production in 1970. The main armament of the T-72A consists of one 125 mm (2A46) smoothbore gun. The 125mm can fire three main types of separate loading ammunition, APFSDS with a maximum range of 2,100 m, HEAT(FS) with a maximum direct fire range of 4,000 m, and HE-FRAG(FS) with a maximum indirect fire range of 9,400 m. The T-72M1 is an upgraded and export variant of the Soviet-made T-72A featuring minor changes including an additional layer of 16 mm armor plate on the glacis plate and combination armor in the turret with pelletized filler agent. The armament of the T-72M1 is similar to the T-72A including a 125 mm (2A46) smoothbore gun fitted with a light-alloy thermal sleeve and a bore evacuator. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_april_2022_global_security_army_industry/poland_provides_ukraine_with_more_than_200_t-72_main_battle_tanks.html

Defense News March 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Thursday, 17 March 2022 16:20 According to information published by CNN on March 16, 2022, Slovakia has preliminarily agreed to provide Ukraine with Soviet-era air defense missile system S-300 to help defend against Russian airstrikes. Slovakia is one of the three NATO allies that have S-300 in its military inventory. Slovak army 5P85SU TEL Transporter Erector Launcher vehicle of S-300 PMU air defense missile system. (Picture source Army Recognition) On March 16, 2022, Army Recognition reported that the United States and NATO allies are sending several surface-to-air missiles systems to Ukraine. Citing, a senior US official, the missiles sent to Ukraine include Soviet-era SA-8, SA-10, SA-12, and SA-14 mobile air defense systems. According to the Military Balance 2021, the Slovak armed forces already use different types of Soviet-made air defense missile systems including the 9K310 Igla-1 NATO designation SA-16 Gimlet MANPADS (Man-Portable air defense missile system), 2K12 Kub NATO designation SA-6 Gainful) and S-300 PMU NATO designation SA-10C Grumble C long-range surface-to-air defense missile systems. The S-300 PMU was the first export variant of the S-300P series. It was introduced in 1992 for the export market. The S-300 PMU was specifically designed to improve system mobility and is basically the key element of the S-300P system, repackaged to fit on modified MAZ-543 (8 × 8) cross-country truck chassis. The S-300 PMU systems use the 5P85S and 5P85T TELs (Transporter Erector Launchers), which are equipped with 4 surface-to-air missiles. The battery is also supported by a 54K6E command post vehicle and a 1T12 site survey vehicle. The radars and TELs are based on the MAZ-543M 8x8 military truck chassis. The S-300 PMU air defense system is able to detect 100 targets at a maximum range of 300 km and engage 6 of them. It uses the upgraded surveillance radar 64N6E (BIG BIRD) and the illumination and guidance radar being designated 30N6-1. The systems also use the 76N6 (76N6E export version) low-level early warning/acquisition radar with more than 120 km range. The S-300 PMU uses the missile Fakel 5V55RUD. This missile had further rocket motor improvements to increase the maximum effective engagement range to 90 km and introduced terminal semi-active radar homing (SARH) guidance mode. The minimum effective range is 5,000 m. Altitude limits are 10 to 27,000 m with target velocity up to 1,200 m/s. It can also fire the 48N6 missile which has a maximum range of 150 km flying at a speed of about Mach 6. This missile is equipped with a HE (High Explosive) warhead weighing a weight of 70-100 kg. It can engage targets with a maximum speed of Mach 8, at an altitude ranging from 10 m to up to 27 km. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_march_2022_global_security_army_industry/slovakia_agrees_to_provide_its_s-300_air_defense_missile_systems_to_ukraine.html

Developed by Rafael, the small Spike-Firefly is designed to be operated by a single soldier. By Arie Egozi on May 03, 2022 at 1:13 PM A soldier stands with an Israeli-made Firefly drone. (Credit: Rafael) TEL AVIV: The US army is considering adding an unusual, miniature new drone to its arsenal: the Israeli-made Spike-Firefly. The drone, which maker Rafael calls a “miniature electro-optical tactical loitering munition,” was among those tested at the Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment, which wrapped up last month. The Army is now analyzing the drone’s performance and is expected to decide soon on whether it’ll buy in. Standing about 16 inches tall and weighing less than 5 pounds, the tube-shaped Firefly takes off vertically with coaxial rotor blades and can carry 350 gram warheads. The munition includes an advanced multispectral seeker with both uncooled IR sensor, high-definition CMOS day sensor as well as a proximity sensor allowing the system to detect, identify, track and home on very agile targets, Rafael says. The drone can be used by a single operator, and its interface is designed to be as simple as possible to cut down on cognitive load — perhaps a strong selling point to a military struggling with data overload. According to Gal Papier, vice president of business development at Rafael USA, during the assessment over a two-day period, seven infantry squads were qualified in operation of the weapon system using inert rounds and an embedded trainer (simulation of operation as part of the Firefly control unit). After training, the Firefly was used in urban area exercises. As part of the assessment the operators fired an inert firefly munition at a simulated enemy sniper position in an upper floor of a structure. Maj. Pete Guo, who attened the US army trials, said British soldiers could envision scenarios in which the Firefly and other robotic solutions could save lives. “Developing this type of technology will potentially allow commanders to place robotics and loiter munitions in harm’s way before committing humans, posing novel dilemmas for our adversaries whilst protecting our soldiers,” he said, particularly in an urban environment. The Israeli military already uses the Firefly, after reportedly acquiring the weapon in May 2020. Sources said that the IDF has used it in operations against terrorists firing at IDF soldiers from buildings. As for the Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment, 2022 marked the 18th year for the exercise, conducted annually at Fort Benning in Georgia. It’s designed now to “inform” Project Convergence, the Army’s sprawling contribution to the Pentagon’s Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) effort. https://breakingdefense.com/2022/05/us-army-considers-israeli-made-firefly-loitering-mini-drone/

Defense News May 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Thursday, 05 May 2022 16:13 Curtiss-Wright on May 3 announced that it has been awarded a contract by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) to provide its turret drive stabilization technology for use in the weapons system on the British Army's Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank. Initial Operating Capability for the Challenger 3 tank is expected in 2027. 148 Challenger 3 tanks will equip the British Army until 2040. (Picture source: RBSL) Under the contract, valued at approximately $25 million, Curtiss-Wright will supply RBSL with its cost-effective, scalable Turret Drive Servo System (TDSS) and other system components in support of the UK MOD's tank upgrade program. "Curtiss-Wright’s selection on this significant ground vehicle upgrade program highlights RBSL's trust in Curtiss-Wright's turret drive stabilization technology and exemplifies our position as a leader in aiming and stabilization solutions to the global defense industry,” said Lynn M. Bamford, President and CEO of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. “Furthermore, our defense electronics technology brings new levels of stability, reliability and high-precision motion control to the ground vehicle market. We look forward to continuing our support of RBSL’s development of the Challenger 3 program.” Curtiss-Wright's TDSS aiming and stabilization system will provide the Challenger 3 with the ability to maintain target location accuracy and precise turret stabilization, even while moving at full speed. The TDSS uniquely enables system designers to upgrade and add stabilization functionality as mission requirements change, allowing system integrators to choose the right level of motion control and stability for the platform. “The turret motion system provided by Curtiss-Wright will be fundamental to the operation of the tank, and our two companies have worked closely together for several years to ensure Challenger 3 would benefit from this impressive capability,” said Dr Marco Noeding, RBSL Managing Director. “We are very pleased to achieve this latest milestone and look forward to commencing the next phase of our relationship through the demonstration, manufacture and through-life.” The British Army’s upgraded Challenger 3 will be a network-enabled, digital Main Battle Tank with state-of-the-art lethality, upgraded survivability, and world-class surveillance and target acquisition capabilities. The new turret structure and improved survivability systems provide the highest standard of protection for the crew. The long-range commander's and gunner's primary sights will include automatic target detection and acquisition. This solution also provides significant growth potential in all Main Battle Tank key capability areas with the new physical, electronic and electrical architecture. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_may_2022_global_security_army_industry/british_army_challenger_3_mbts_to_get_curtiss-wright_aiming_and_stabilization_system.html

Defense News March 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Friday, 18 March 2022 10:02 Lockheed Martin UK signs teaming agreement to join “Team Thunder” led by Hanwha Defense. The team, which also includes Pearson Engineering, Horstman Defence Systems, Leonardo UK, and Soucy Defense of the Soucy Group, will build an advanced variant of the K9 Self-Propelled Howitzer for the Royal Artillery, as part of the Mobile Fires Platform (MFP) programme for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). Hanwha Defense K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzer (Picture source: Army Recognition) Team Thunder plans to locally manufacture the K9A2, creating hundreds of new highly-skilled jobs across the UK supply chain. The advanced version will be an upgrade of the existing 155mm/52-calibre K9A1 Self-Propelled Howitzer, as it is to feature improved lethality, mobility and survivability. “We’re delighted to be working with Lockheed Martin UK as part of Team Thunder. Globally, Lockheed Martin is the world’s biggest aerospace, space and defence company. As part of its UK operations, the company’s Ampthill site in Bedfordshire is home to the country’s most advanced digital manufacturing facility in the defence sector,” said Executive Vice President Kim Dae-young, Head of Hanwha Defense’s Overseas Business Centre. “I’m sure Team Thunder will be a key pillar of Hanwha Defense’s bid for the MFP programme”. “With operations in the UK for over 80 years, Lockheed Martin has a proud track record of supporting the UK economy, and today our business employs thousands of people across 23 UK locations,” said Lee Fellows, Vice President and Managing Director for Lockheed Martin UK’s Ampthill business. “Along with other Team Thunder partner’s expertise, our advanced systems, specialty engineering, and digitally-enabled production facility will provide the modern capabilities needed to manufacture in-country, bring into service and support the K9A2.” Recognized for its excellent maneuverability and survivability, the operationally proven K9 system is already in service with seven countries, including NATO members such as Poland, Norway and Estonia. Australia and Egypt have also signed deals to acquire the K9 howitzer, expanding the membership of the K9 User Community to nine countries. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_march_2022_global_security_army_industry/lockheed_martin_joins_team_thunder_to_build_advanced_k9_self-propelled_howitzer_for_uk_mobile_fires_platform.html

Defense News May 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Monday, 02 May 2022 14:48 The Philippine Army is about to increase its tank fleet with 20 Israeli-made Sabrah Light Tanks and Pandur II IFVs. According to Philippine Army spokesperson Col. Xerxes Trinidad, the upcoming armored vehicles are part of the army's Light Tank Acquisition Project under Horizon Two of the Revised Armed Forces Modernization Program (RAFPMP), The Philippine Army is about to increase its tank fleet with Israeli-made Sabrah light tanks and Pandur II IFVs. As part of the Light Tank Acquisition Project under the Horizon 2 of the Revised AFP Modernization Program (RAFPMP), the 20 units of Sabrah tracked light tanks are expected to be delivered this year”, said Trinidad. Elbit Systems won the Light Tank Acquisition Project of the Philippine Army. They will supply ASCOD 2 platform in different configurations: 18 tracked light tanks, 10 wheeled light tanks(based on the Pandur II), 1 command vehicle and 1 recovery vehicle. (144 ASCOD Sabrah Light tanks originally planned). Sabrah is a tracked or wheeled light tank manufactured by Elbit Systems, a defense manufacturing company based in Israel. It is designed to complement the fleet of armored fighting vehicles (AFVs) operated by the armed forces worldwide. The tracked light tank configuration is based on the tracked ASCOD AFV platform, which is manufactured by General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS), a part of aerospace and defense company General Dynamics. Elbit Systems received a three-year contract worth $172m to supply the Sabrah light tanks to the Philippine Army (PA) in January 2021. The wheeled light tank configuration is based on the 8X8 wheeled Pandur II platform supplied by Czech Republican military vehicles exporter Excalibur Army. Weighing 30t, the Sabrah light tank series has a modular design. It is equipped with a common 105mm manned turret for both tracked and wheeled configurations. The vehicle’s fully-electric turret drive provides stabilization in both elevation and traverse. The dual-axis high-performance turret provides hunter-killer capability. The tank provides an optimal combination of firepower and maneuverability. It can be configured to provide enhanced lethality. The Sabrah is fitted with armor protection systems to provide ballistic protection up to NATO STANAG 4569 Level 4. The vehicle can be integrated with active protection systems. It includes the company’s Torch-XTM battle management system. The combat-proven armored vehicle is also installed with electro-optical (EO) sights, fire control systems, and life support systems. Another 10 tanks are scheduled to be delivered by 2023 and these will be based on the Sabrah Pandur II platform. Unlike the regular Sabrah which rolls on tracks, the Pandur II are wheeled light tanks. It will also have a 105mm main gun. “These armored vehicles are mounted with 105mm cannons. As to their organization, the tanks will be organic to the proposed activation of 1st Tank Battalion of the Armor Division to compose the first modern light tank fleet of the PA,” added Trinidad. The ASCOD base platform of the Sabrah ASCOD (tracked) light tank is a seven-wheel station chassis with a light armored steel structure. It provides advanced mobility and mine protection capabilities due to ongoing technology upgrades, which are possible thanks to the open system architecture of the platform. The vehicle is powered by an eight-cylinder diesel engine coupled to a hydro-mechanical transmission system. The Pandur II platform of the Sabrah Pandur II (wheeled) light tank features a robust chassis with higher ground clearance and enhanced protection. The heavy-duty chassis enables high off-road performance. The 8×8 vehicle is designed to carry up to 14 crew. The platform is equipped with an automatic drive-train management system, which adjusts the power supplied to each axle and wheel based on the terrain surface and driving conditions. The power pack includes a Cummins Diesel ISLe T450 HPCR engine with automatic transmission and cooling system. Other components of the power pack include an electric generator, air intake and exhaust systems, air-condition compressor, hydraulic pump, and driveshaft. (Picture source: Philippine Army) https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_may_2022_global_security_army_industry/philippine_army_to_get_new_sabrah_light_tanks_and_pandur_ii_ifvs.html

Aviation Defense News April 2022 aerospace air force industry Posted On Wednesday, 27 April 2022 16:31 According to information published by Tass on April 26, 2022, Russian Su-25SM jets of the military Kant base in Kirgizia destroyed close to a hundred targets at tactical drills. Sukhoi SU-25SM jet aircraft (Picture source: Russian Air Force) The pilots maneuvered to break through air defense. The exercise engaged five Su-25SM and close to a hundred men. Modernized one-seater Su-25SM (Frogfoot-A by NATO classification) is designed to support troops day and night in any weather. The aircraft is distinguished from the basic Su-25 by onboard navigational and targeting Bars PrNK-25SM complex and GLONASS satellite navigation. The cockpit has been upgraded with multi-functional displays and a new windshield indicator instead of old sights. The aircraft is armed with 30mm two-barrel GSh-302 air gun. The maximum speed at the ground is 975 km/h, the range is 500 km. The aircraft has two turbojet engines RD-195 with a 4500 kgf thrust at the maximum regime each. Kant Air Base (Russian: Авиабаза Кант Aviabaza Kant) is a military airbase in Ysyk-Ata District of Chüy Region in Kyrgyzstan. It is located just south of Kant, around 20 km east of Bishkek. In accordance with a bilateral agreement between Russia and Kyrgyzstan signed on 22 September 2003, the air base hosts Russian Air Force units. https://airrecognition.com/index.php/news/defense-aviation-news/2022-news-aviation-aerospace/april/8369-russian-sukhoi-su-25sm-jet-aircraft-practices-tactical-drills-in-kyrgyzstan.html Elbit and Tbilisi give Su-25 Scorpion improved all weather sting https://www.flightglobal.com/elbit-and-tbilisi-give-su-25-scorpion-improved-all-weather-sting-/37023.article

By TOC on Nov 12, 2021 WASHINGTON – U.S. Army Futures Command has published photos from the tests of the new Canadian-made LAV 700 combat vehicle, which took place during the large-scale Project Convergence 21 campaign, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Photo credit: US Army The new LAV 700 armored personnel carrier from General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada is equipped with a 50-mm XM913 Bushmaster automatic gun, which is installed in the new turret. According to GDLS, the armored vehicle has a modern digital architecture of management and control, including systems for monitoring performance and use. At the same time, additional armor, scalable ballistic protection, etc. increase the stability of this machine. Thanks to the power plant and a powerful transmission with suspension, this armored personnel carrier can work in the most difficult climatic conditions and develop a maximum speed of 110 km / h. The range of the machine is over 1000 km, payload – 11 tons. It is noted that this armored personnel carrier can overcome the 2.2-meter trench. Canada begins production of armored combat vehicle As we reported last year, The Government of Canada, in a special press release today, announced the launch of an ambitious project to produce a home armored combat vehicle with a financial framework of 137 million dollars. As stated in the press release, armored combat auxiliary vehicles [or abbreviated ACSV.] Will have the functional purpose to perform various combat activities during battle, and not only, and will often take on the role of ambulance, command post, or engineering mobile repair room. The main executor of the contract will be the Canadian division of General Dynamics, which has known about the contract since last September and was waiting for its award. The Government of Canada emphasizes a serious economic fact, as a result of the already started production – expects such an investment to provide additional jobs, to support approximately 30 local businesses, and General Dynamics to provide an investment equal to the value of the contract. According to the expectations of a number of analysts, the first new Canadian armored vehicle will come off the assembly line at the end of this year, and by 2025 deliveries of the ordered quantities will be made. Training courses and a procedure for the production and purchase of spare parts are provided, so that when the first vehicles are delivered to the Canadian Army in 2022, no logistical and production surprises are expected, which in one way or another disrupts the planned production cycle. According to Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence of Canada “these vehicles will form the backbone of the Army’s combat support fleet, and be used on a wide range of operations including domestic disaster relief and international peace support missions. Thanks to the flexibility found in our defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, work on the vehicles has started years earlier than expected and ensures that we continue to support well-paying Canadian jobs and critical innovation in communities across the country.” The Canadian Minister of Innovation Navdeep Bains said that the “government has ensured that this contract supports Canadian jobs and provides benefits to Canadian industry, including small and medium-sized businesses. Through the Industrial and Technological Benefits Policy, this project will continue to strengthen key industrial capabilities that support the Canadian Armed Forces and help to keep Canada’s economy strong.” https://bulgarianmilitary.com/2021/11/12/u-s-introduced-a-canadian-armored-vehicle-with-a-50-mm-bushmaster-gun/

Defense News April 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Tuesday, 26 April 2022 13:03 According to a Tweet published by "The Rage X" on April 25, 2022, and information released on the Russian social Network, Sweden could transfer a batch of Archer, a 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine. This information has not yet been officially confirmed by the Swedish government. Swedish-made Archer 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer. (Picture source Pinterest)Swedish-made Archer 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer. (Picture source Pinterest) According to the latest information published on Internet, since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Sweden has already supplied 10,000 AT4 light anti-tank weapons, 5,000 M90 helmets, 5,000 bulletproof vests model 12, 135,000 field rations. Sweden is not a member of NATO, but due to the crisis in Ukraine, Sweden has expressed to join NATO in May 2022. At the end of March 2022, 72 percent of the respondents in Sweden were afraid of Russia as a superpower. By joining NATO, Sweden put itself under the protection of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The greatest responsibility of the Alliance is to protect and defend NATO’s territory and populations. Article 5 of NATO’s founding charter, the Washington Treaty, sets out the Alliance’s collective defense commitment. It states that an attack on one shall be considered an attack on all. Article 5 has been invoked only once in NATO’s history, on 12 September 2001, the day after the terrorist attacks on the United States. On February 27, 2022, the Swedish Government announced at a press conference that it would present proposals for direct support to Ukraine’s armed forces for an amount of around €50 million. This first aid to Ukraine included 5,000 anti-tank weapons of the AT4 anti-tank weapons, 5,000 body shields, 5,000 helmets, and 135,000 field rations with a total value of around €40 million. With the possible delivery of the Archer 155mm howitzers to Ukraine, Sweden makes another step in its military aid to Ukraine. The Archer is a 155mm wheeled self-propelled howitzer developed and designed by the company BAE Systems. The artillery system is used to provide fire support. The first prototype of the vehicle conducted the firing trials in 2005 and 2006. The Archer entered into service with the Swedish army in February 2016. The Archer is a truck-mounted 155mm self-propelled howitzer that is based on Volvo A30D 6×6 articulated all-terrain hauler vehicle. The vehicle is armed with one 155mm 52-caliber gun. It is equipped with a fully automatic loading system including 21 ready-to-fire ammunition while 20 additional rounds are carried inside the vehicle. The 21 can all be fired in 2.5 minutes thanks to the use of the fully automated magazines. The Archer has a firing range of up to 40 km with conventional 155mm ammunition and 60 km with precision-guided munitions including the Excalibur GPS guided munitions. The Archer can reach a road speed of up to 70km/h. The 6x6 truck's chassis used by the Archer offers high mobility in the most difficult terrain. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_april_2022_global_security_army_industry/sweden_could_transfer_a_batch_of_archer_155mm_wheeled_howitzers_to_ukraine.html

Defense News April 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Thursday, 28 April 2022 14:44 According to pictures released on Internet, we can confirm that the United States will supply M777 155mm lightweight towed howitzers to Ukraine. On April 23, 2022, several M777s were loaded into American C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft from U.S. Force. U.S. soldiers load M777 155mm towed howitzers for Ukraine on C-17 military transport aircraft. (Picture source U.S. DoD) Citing non-official sources, at least 4 C-17 American military transport aircraft were involved in this delivery and 10 M777 howitzers were loaded into the aircraft. According to the latest information published on Internet, the Ukrainian armed forces will receive a total of 108 M777 155mm towed howitzers from Australia, Canada, and United States. Army Recognition reported that the United States has approved the delivery of M777 howitzers on April 13 and April 22, 2022, respectively. The M777 is a 155mm lightweight towed howitzer which can be easily transported by military aircraft or towed by truck thanks to its lightweight being significantly lower than other howitzers of the same type. The gun has a much higher level of digital connectivity allowing more rapid, safe, and accurate application of effects across the modern battlefield. The M777 provides direct support to combat troops through offensive and defensive fires with conventional and precision-guided projectiles. It can also employ illuminating and smoke projectiles. It has an effective firing range of 24 km with standard 155mm HE (High Explosive) projectiles, 30 km with Extended-Range Full-Bore projectile, 28.7 to 37 km with M795 HE projectiles, and 40 km Excalibur GPS-guided ammunition. The M777 can be towed behind a gun truck tractor. It can also be lifted by the CH-47 Chinook helicopter and carried in the Air Force C-17A Globemaster III and C-130J Hercules aircraft. The M777 is also deployable by Navy watercraft and amphibious vessels. The United States will deliver a total of 90 M777 155mm howitzers to Ukraine. (Picture source U.S. DoD) https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_april_2022_global_security_army_industry/pictures_from_internet_confirm_sending_of_us_m777_155mm_towed_howitzers_to_ukraine.html

Defense News April 2022 Global Security army industry Posted On Thursday, 28 April 2022 16:36 According to information published by the German newspaper "Die Welt" website "on April 25, 2022, the company Rheinmetall from Germany has requested the German Government to deliver 88 Leopard 1A5 main battle tanks to Ukraine. German-made Leopard 1A5 Main Battle Tank MBT. (Picture source KMW) On April 12, 2022, Army Recognition reported that the German company Rheinmetall offered to supply Leopard 1a5 main battle tanks to Ukraine. Earlier this week, Rheinmetall also submitted a request to the German government to deliver 100 Marder tracked armored IFVs (Infantry Fighting Vehicles) to Ukraine. According to the German constitution, all arms sales must be approved by the national security council, which is chaired by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Other European countries including the Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia have already approved the delivery of Main Battle Tanks to Ukraine. All these countries are going to supply Soviet-made T-72 MBTs which are already used by the Ukrainian armed forces. If Germany will be able to supply Leopard 1A5 MBTs to Ukraine, the Ukrainian soldiers will need a minimum of training to use the tanks on the battlefield as well as for the maintenance of the tanks which are totally different in terms of design from the Russian-made tanks. The Leopard 1A5 MBT was the latest upgraded variant in the Leopard 1 family. the tank is fitted with a new modern fire control system and a fully effective night/bad-weather vision system. The Leopard 1A5 tank could also be fitted with bolt-on poly-carbonate (Lexan) armor panels, which have increased the effectiveness of the armor. The first modified tank was delivered in early 1987. The main armament of the Leopard 1A5 consists of one 105 mm L7A3 rifled tank gun which consists of a single-piece barrel with a screwed-on breech-ring and a bore evacuator. It can fire all the NATO standard 105 mm rounds of ammunition and a total of 60 rounds are carried inside the tanks with 42 ammunition stored in the hull and 18 in the turret the second armament of the Leopard 1 includes one 7.62mm coaxial machine gun. Another 7.62mm machine is mounted at the commander's or loader's station. https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_april_2022_global_security_army_industry/rheinmetall_from_germany_requests_the_delivery_of_leopard_1a5_tanks_to_ukraine.html

Naval News April 2022 Navy Forces Maritime Defense Industry Posted On Friday, 29 April 2022 15:15 According to a tweet published by Ryan Chan on April 29, 2022, the Russian Ministry of Defense has released a video showing a diesel submarine, which could be an Improved Kilo-class submarine, launching Kalibr missiles at Ukrainian targets.According to a tweet published by Ryan Chan on April 29, 2022, the Russian Ministry of Defense has released a video showing a diesel submarine, which could be an Improved Kilo-class submarine, launching Kalibr missiles at Ukrainian targets. The Improved Kilo Class Submarine Project 636.3 also called Varshavyanka class is an upgraded version of the Kilo-class submarines that entered into service with the Russian Navy in June 2014. The new submarine features stealth technology as well as extended cruising range and the ability to strike surface, land, and underwater targets. They are crewed by 52 submariners, have an underwater speed of 20 knots, and a cruising range of 400 miles with the ability to patrol for 45 days. These submarines have a length of 73.8 m, a draft of 6.2 m, a width of 9.9 m, a displacement of 3,100 tons (submerged), and a maximum immersion depth of 300 m. The Project 636.3 submarines can launch Kalibr / Club land-attack cruise missiles, anti-ship missiles, and anti-submarine missiles. The submarine is also armed with 6x533-millimeter torpedo tubes and carried a total of 18 torpedoes. About Kalibr missile The 3M-54 Kalibr also referred to it as 3M54-1 Kalibr, 3M14 Biryuza, (SS-N-27 Sizzler and SS-N-30A), 91R1, and 91RT2 is a family of Russian cruise missiles developed by the Novator Design Bureau (OKB-8). The Kalibr is a family of Russian-made surface to ship, submarine-launched and airborne anti-ship and coastal anti-ship (AShM), land-attack cruise missiles (LACM), and anti-submarine missiles developed by the Novator Design Bureau. According to Russian military sources, the missile has an estimated range of around 1,500 to 2,500 km. https://www.navyrecognition.com/index.php/naval-news/naval-news-archive/2022/april/11681-russia-fires-at-ukrainian-targets-with-a-improved-kilo-class-submarine.html