On the threshold of a great future. “Vityaz” air defense system in 2019 year
The development of all types of Russian air defense continues, and in this context, the current 2019 is one of the most important periods. In recent months, officials have repeatedly revealed plans for new developments, including on the Vityaz C-350 anti-aircraft missile system. It was reported that already this year the domestic air defense will receive the first production model of the new air defense system.
In the last days of last year, the Russian Defense Ministry reported that several new anti-aircraft systems would be handed over to the 2019 Army. Together with other products in the unit will go C-350. In early March, new details appeared. Then it became known that by the end of the year the first Vityaz complexes would be available to the Military Academy of Aerospace Defense of them. Marshal G.K. Zhukov. With the help of such equipment, the Academy will be engaged in the preparation of calculations for the front-line air defense missile systems.
12 on April, within the framework of the Unified Day of Military Acceptance, new messages on С-350 were heard. It was alleged that by this time the complex had passed state tests and carried out successful launches of anti-aircraft missiles. All this allowed to start the assembly of the first serial air defense missile system.
June 19 information about the success of the project "Knight" received confirmation at the highest level. During the meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Defense, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu recalled the successful completion of the development of the C-350 air defense missile system with enhanced fire capabilities. However, he did not give other details of this project.
The Minister said that this year, aerospace forces, including those responsible for air defense, will receive 205 samples of new equipment and weapons. According to the results of such deliveries, the share of modern products will reach 82%. The purchase of promising air defense and missile defense systems has been identified as a priority, and this fact is an incentive for the launch of the Vityaz and the development of other air defense systems.
All the main plans of the industry and the army for the near future in relation to the C-350 air defense system have already been defined and known. The next event with the participation of "Vityaz" will be just a few days. A prospective sample is planned to be shown at the Army-2019 exhibition. It should be noted that it will not be a novelty for visitors: this technique has already been demonstrated several times at domestic events. However, the first demonstration of the complex in its final form, corresponding to the appearance of future production samples, is expected.
Over the next few months, the construction of the first serial air defense system will end with its transfer to the Military Academy of the VKS. This will be followed by the start of personnel. Plans for the second and subsequent serial "Vityaz" has not yet been officially announced. However, it is obvious that the appearance of these complexes should be expected in the very near future. They may already be at different stages of construction, and their transfer to the customer will take place in the current or next year.
Also in the near future is expected the emergence of a decision on the adoption of the C-350 in service with the Russian army. Such a document will become the official point in the development program of a new air defense system. Further, there will be only "everyday" production and operation in the army.
The Vityaz S-350 air defense missile system was developed taking into account the general plans for the updating and modernization of the Russian air defense system. This system should replace several aging obsolete samples. It will also provide an increase in combat capability necessary to counter modern and prospective threats.
"Vityaz" was developed as a replacement for the old C-300P / PS. Earlier it was planned that the complexes of these modifications will complete their service no later than 2015, and by this time the transfer of parts to new C-350 will begin. Certain difficulties led to a change in the original schedule, but the essence of the modernization remained the same. Air defense units of the VKS will receive a completely new technique instead of obsolete.
There is still an open question about the timing and volume of serial production of "Vityazi". In the past, it was reported that in 2010-15. write off the order of fifty C-300P / PS, which could indicate the required number of air defense missile systems to replace them. However, in official statements this question was not disclosed. The same with the terms. Obviously, the production of several dozen C-350 will take more than one year, but how long it will continue is not specified. Making a plausible estimate based on the available data is also not possible.
However, it is already clear what role the new C-350 will receive. It will have to replace the outdated C-300P / PS systems and supplement the systems of the C-300 family of later modifications, as well as modern C-400. In the future, promising C-500 complexes will join this technique. In the distant future, C-400, C-500 and C-350 will form the basis of object defense. Complexes of several types will be able to provide developed echeloned defense with the possibility of intercepting aerodynamic and ballistic targets in a wide range of ranges and heights.
In the recent past, a version was circulated, according to which the “Vityaz” could also enter military air defense. In this case, he had to replace the Buk-M1 self-propelled complexes. However, according to the latest data, the C-350 will serve only in the air defense and missile defense forces.
The Vityaz C-350 SAM system was created to replace the older C-300P / PS and is markedly different from it. The presence of such differences is due to the specifics of modern threats and the development of air attack weapons. In addition, measures were taken to simplify the complex and increase the efficiency of its operation.
The C-350 complex includes several fixed assets built on self-propelled chassis. These are the launcher 50P6E, the command post of the 50K6E and the radar 50H6E, the 9М96 and 9М100 guided missiles, as well as a set of auxiliary systems and machines. The air defense missile system of this configuration can quickly go to a given position and carry out deployment. Interaction with other air defense missile systems and command and control devices is provided.
The 50P6E launcher transports and can use different types of 12 missiles, while several batteries are included in one battery, which increases the overall ammunition load. The 9М96 and 9М100 missiles are capable of intercepting air targets in the near zone and at medium ranges. The launch range reaches 120 km; The maximum target speed is 1 km / s.
In terms of architecture, the C-350 ADMS has advantages over the C-300П / ПС. In the latter was used so-called. launch complex - a system of one main and two additional launchers with four missiles each. Thus, the battery "Vityaz" with the same size of ammunition is smaller and more convenient to transport. The same number of installations, respectively, allows to increase the total ammunition.
The build-up of ready-to-use ammunition gives the Vityaz additional advantages. In this configuration C-350 will be able to more effectively counteract massive air strikes. The experience of recent conflicts shows the relevance of such threats and the need for preparedness for them.
Designing promising C-350 Vityaz lasted several years. In 2013, the industry built the first prototype of such a system. Later, multi-stage testing began, the completion of which was reported in April. Now the construction of serial equipment for use in training purposes, and then there will be samples for use in the troops.
Thus, 2019 was of great importance both for the C-350 complex and for the air defense and missile defense forces. However, the current plans for the modernization of the armed forces provide for the most active and continuous development of air defense and missile defense. Therefore, it is worth expecting that the next 2020 will be equally important for the air defense and security of the country as a whole.
Recent past
In the last days of last year, the Russian Defense Ministry reported that several new anti-aircraft systems would be handed over to the 2019 Army. Together with other products in the unit will go C-350. In early March, new details appeared. Then it became known that by the end of the year the first Vityaz complexes would be available to the Military Academy of Aerospace Defense of them. Marshal G.K. Zhukov. With the help of such equipment, the Academy will be engaged in the preparation of calculations for the front-line air defense missile systems.
12 on April, within the framework of the Unified Day of Military Acceptance, new messages on С-350 were heard. It was alleged that by this time the complex had passed state tests and carried out successful launches of anti-aircraft missiles. All this allowed to start the assembly of the first serial air defense missile system.
June 19 information about the success of the project "Knight" received confirmation at the highest level. During the meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Defense, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu recalled the successful completion of the development of the C-350 air defense missile system with enhanced fire capabilities. However, he did not give other details of this project.
The Minister said that this year, aerospace forces, including those responsible for air defense, will receive 205 samples of new equipment and weapons. According to the results of such deliveries, the share of modern products will reach 82%. The purchase of promising air defense and missile defense systems has been identified as a priority, and this fact is an incentive for the launch of the Vityaz and the development of other air defense systems.
Near future
All the main plans of the industry and the army for the near future in relation to the C-350 air defense system have already been defined and known. The next event with the participation of "Vityaz" will be just a few days. A prospective sample is planned to be shown at the Army-2019 exhibition. It should be noted that it will not be a novelty for visitors: this technique has already been demonstrated several times at domestic events. However, the first demonstration of the complex in its final form, corresponding to the appearance of future production samples, is expected.
Over the next few months, the construction of the first serial air defense system will end with its transfer to the Military Academy of the VKS. This will be followed by the start of personnel. Plans for the second and subsequent serial "Vityaz" has not yet been officially announced. However, it is obvious that the appearance of these complexes should be expected in the very near future. They may already be at different stages of construction, and their transfer to the customer will take place in the current or next year.
Also in the near future is expected the emergence of a decision on the adoption of the C-350 in service with the Russian army. Such a document will become the official point in the development program of a new air defense system. Further, there will be only "everyday" production and operation in the army.
Goals for the future
The Vityaz S-350 air defense missile system was developed taking into account the general plans for the updating and modernization of the Russian air defense system. This system should replace several aging obsolete samples. It will also provide an increase in combat capability necessary to counter modern and prospective threats.
"Vityaz" was developed as a replacement for the old C-300P / PS. Earlier it was planned that the complexes of these modifications will complete their service no later than 2015, and by this time the transfer of parts to new C-350 will begin. Certain difficulties led to a change in the original schedule, but the essence of the modernization remained the same. Air defense units of the VKS will receive a completely new technique instead of obsolete.
There is still an open question about the timing and volume of serial production of "Vityazi". In the past, it was reported that in 2010-15. write off the order of fifty C-300P / PS, which could indicate the required number of air defense missile systems to replace them. However, in official statements this question was not disclosed. The same with the terms. Obviously, the production of several dozen C-350 will take more than one year, but how long it will continue is not specified. Making a plausible estimate based on the available data is also not possible.
However, it is already clear what role the new C-350 will receive. It will have to replace the outdated C-300P / PS systems and supplement the systems of the C-300 family of later modifications, as well as modern C-400. In the future, promising C-500 complexes will join this technique. In the distant future, C-400, C-500 and C-350 will form the basis of object defense. Complexes of several types will be able to provide developed echeloned defense with the possibility of intercepting aerodynamic and ballistic targets in a wide range of ranges and heights.
In the recent past, a version was circulated, according to which the “Vityaz” could also enter military air defense. In this case, he had to replace the Buk-M1 self-propelled complexes. However, according to the latest data, the C-350 will serve only in the air defense and missile defense forces.
New benefits
The Vityaz C-350 SAM system was created to replace the older C-300P / PS and is markedly different from it. The presence of such differences is due to the specifics of modern threats and the development of air attack weapons. In addition, measures were taken to simplify the complex and increase the efficiency of its operation.
The C-350 complex includes several fixed assets built on self-propelled chassis. These are the launcher 50P6E, the command post of the 50K6E and the radar 50H6E, the 9М96 and 9М100 guided missiles, as well as a set of auxiliary systems and machines. The air defense missile system of this configuration can quickly go to a given position and carry out deployment. Interaction with other air defense missile systems and command and control devices is provided.
The 50P6E launcher transports and can use different types of 12 missiles, while several batteries are included in one battery, which increases the overall ammunition load. The 9М96 and 9М100 missiles are capable of intercepting air targets in the near zone and at medium ranges. The launch range reaches 120 km; The maximum target speed is 1 km / s.
In terms of architecture, the C-350 ADMS has advantages over the C-300П / ПС. In the latter was used so-called. launch complex - a system of one main and two additional launchers with four missiles each. Thus, the battery "Vityaz" with the same size of ammunition is smaller and more convenient to transport. The same number of installations, respectively, allows to increase the total ammunition.
The build-up of ready-to-use ammunition gives the Vityaz additional advantages. In this configuration C-350 will be able to more effectively counteract massive air strikes. The experience of recent conflicts shows the relevance of such threats and the need for preparedness for them.
Stage 2019 year
Designing promising C-350 Vityaz lasted several years. In 2013, the industry built the first prototype of such a system. Later, multi-stage testing began, the completion of which was reported in April. Now the construction of serial equipment for use in training purposes, and then there will be samples for use in the troops.
Thus, 2019 was of great importance both for the C-350 complex and for the air defense and missile defense forces. However, the current plans for the modernization of the armed forces provide for the most active and continuous development of air defense and missile defense. Therefore, it is worth expecting that the next 2020 will be equally important for the air defense and security of the country as a whole.
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