Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu's criticism of the Ural Transport Machine-Building Corporation has attracted widespread attention. This company was criticized for delaying the mass production of the latest 2S35 self-propelled gun. The 2S35 "Soyuz-SV" is considered a masterpiece of the new generation of tracked self-propelled guns of the Russian army, however, the delay in mass production may mean that this new equipment has exposed certain serious problems in real combat. This is undoubtedly depressing news for the Russian army. They have been looking forward to the arrival of new equipment to boost their capabilities in modern warfare. However, now it seems that they may have to face the fact that they will not be able to enjoy the advantages of this new ** for some time.
This raises the question: why was the mass production of this new self-propelled gun delayed? Could it be that it exposed serious flaws in the development process? As far as is known, the 2S35 "Soyuz-SV" self-propelled gun has a maximum firing range of 70 km, which is much more than the previous 2S19 series self-propelled guns. This means that it can strike the enemy at a greater distance, providing the Russian army with a greater strategic advantage. However, despite its excellent range and other technical indicators, it may have some problems in real combat. According to some sources, 2S35 may have shown problems with inconsistent accuracy in combat tests. This is a very serious flaw for a self-propelled gun.
Accuracy is one of the key factors in determining whether the self-propelled gun can be useful on the battlefield, and if a self-propelled gun cannot accurately hit the target, then it loses its meaning of existence. The magnitude of the problem is also worrying. After all, the development and production of 2S35 has already cost a lot of time and resources, and if it is not possible to solve this problem in the end, then this project will be a huge failure. More importantly, the Russian army needs a reliable and accurate self-propelled gun to support their strategic operations in modern warfare. To solve this problem, the Ural Transport Machine-Building Company needs to take active measures. They should ramp up their R&D efforts on 2s35 to find out what causes the instability in accuracy and improve it.
At the same time, they should also strengthen communication with the military to understand the military's needs and expectations for this new equipment, so as to better meet the needs of the military. In addition, the Ural Transport Machine-Building Company can also learn from the experience and technologies of other countries in order to improve the performance of 2S35. Many countries of the world are developing and producing self-propelled guns, and their experience and technologies can provide a valuable reference for Russia. Through cooperation and exchanges with other countries, the Russian military can learn more advanced technologies and tactics and improve its own strength. In conclusion, the criticism of the Russian Minister of Defense of the Ural Transport Machine-Building Corporation raises concerns.
The postponement of the mass production of the latest 2S35 self-propelled gun may mean that this new equipment has exposed serious flaws in real combat. This is bad news for the Russian army, as they have been waiting for the arrival of new equipment. In order to solve this problem, the Ural Transport Machine-Building Company needs to intensify research and development efforts to find out the causes of the instability in accuracy and improve it. At the same time, they can also learn from the experience and technology of other countries to improve the performance of 2S35. The needs of war are above all else, and it is necessary for the military industry to meet the needs of war with maximum efficiency. Only through constant efforts and innovation can the Russian army maintain its leading position in modern warfare. The Russian-Ukrainian war continues, and the artillery equipment of both sides has become an important factor in the conflict.
The Ukrainian army, with the support of Germany, France and Poland, successfully made up for their shortcomings in range and launched a fierce firepower confrontation with the Russian army. And the Russian army is facing the problem of range, because they currently only have BM-30 "Tornado" multiple rocket launchers that can compete with the equipment of the Ukrainian army. However, since the BM-30 is a firepower at the army level or even at the army group level, it is difficult for divisional units to meet actual operational needs in a timely manner. In this case, Russia faces an urgent problem: how to solve the problem of artillery range? If they can't find a solution, their most convenient option may be to import a batch of SH-15 truck guns from China.
This truck gun is an export version of the PCL-191 truck gun for the PLA's own use, which has a ** that is much lower than that of tracked self-propelled guns, and is comparable to Western equipment in terms of firing range. Although Russian officials may not consider the introduction of the SH-15 for various reasons, if the Russian army cannot solve the problem of artillery equipment, they should consider buying Chinese foreign trade equipment. In fact, China's artillery equipment has made great progress in recent years. China's self-developed rocket artillery and truck artillery have gained a certain reputation in the international market. For example, the Chinese A200 family of rocket launchers is comparable to its Western counterparts in terms of range and accuracy.
In addition, the Chinese PCL-191 truck gun is also widely regarded as a high-performance, reasonable option. This gun has a long range and increased firepower, which is able to effectively hit enemy positions and assembly areas. Despite the fact that Chinese artillery equipment is technically comparable to Russian equipment, the purchase of Chinese equipment is not just a technical issue. Political, economic, and strategic factors will also have an impact on purchasing decisions. Russia may consider developing its own equipment or asking other allies for help. However, if time is of the essence, Russia may need to weigh the pros and cons and consider buying Chinese equipment to fill the gap in artillery range. In general, Russia faces the challenge of artillery range in the war in Ukraine.
If they can't solve this problem, buying a Chinese SH-15 truck gun may be a viable option. Chinese artillery equipment is technically comparable to Western equipment and has a lower **. However, the purchase decision will be influenced by a variety of factors, including politics, economics, and strategy. In any case, solving the problem of artillery range is crucial for Russia, and they need to find a suitable solution to meet the challenges of the Ukrainian army as soon as possible.