“Verba” and “Barnaul-T”: protection of troops in the near zone
A few years ago, the Russian army adopted the 9K333 Verba portable anti-aircraft missile system. It is designed to organize air defense units and gradually replaces older models. Technical, operational and combat advantages over the Strela and Igla families are ensured both by the growth of characteristics and by improving control systems.
Operator MANPADS "Verba" with a set of military equipment. Photo by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation / mil.ru
The “Verba” MANPADS includes a new anti-aircraft guided missile 9M336, which has a number of characteristic features and is characterized by improved characteristics. While maintaining the general ideology laid down in previous projects, this missile has a different composition of components and is made on a modern elemental base. All this leads to an increase in flight performance and an increase in basic combat qualities.
One of the main innovations of the Willow project is a tri-band optical homing head. The search for targets is carried out in the near and middle infrared, as well as in the ultraviolet ranges. Such a GOS is more sensitive, and is also more likely to distinguish a real air target from a false one. The missile is protected from other modern counteraction systems.
A new solid-fuel engine with improved performance was also developed for Willow. With its help, the 9M336 missiles are capable of attacking a target at ranges up to 6 km and altitudes up to 3,5 km. Target speed - up to 400 m / s in oncoming courses or 320 m / s in overtaking.
Thus, MANPADS 9K333 - even without the use of communications and control - has obvious advantages over other domestic and foreign systems of its class. At the same time, the project “Verba” provides for the use of additional funds to ensure the integration of MANPADS into a single control system.
In addition to military equipment, the Verba MANPADS batteries should include other instruments and devices that ensure the use of weapons. To simplify the production and operation, these components of the Willow were taken from the tactical link management system / Barnaul-T automated control system.
Compact 1L222 radar in portable design. Photo "Rosoboronexport" / roe.ru
For the benefit of the Verba MANPADS battery, the small-sized 1L222 Garmon radar station is used in a portable version or on a self-propelled chassis. Such a station provides target detection at speeds up to 700 m / s at a distance of 40 km - far beyond the limits of the “Willow” area of responsibility.
Information from the Garmon radar or data from higher-level air defense units is processed by a control point, which can be performed in several forms. So, the 9С932-1 reconnaissance and control machine carries radars, data processing devices and target designation equipment on one chassis. Automation processes incoming information, determines goals and distributes them between MANPADS calculations. Over the air, data for firing is transmitted to the operators of the complexes.
Data from the ACS command post is displayed on the helmet mounted sighting device MANPADS in augmented reality mode. The operator learns about the direction to the target and the distance to it, after which he can perform preliminary guidance. Using data from higher-level systems allows the operator to prepare for an attack in advance, before the target appears in sight.
When the target enters the affected area, the MANPADS operator launches the rocket. Further, it all depends on the product 9M336, equipped with a modern high-range tri-band GOS. The architecture and parameters of the rocket make it possible to obtain a high probability of hitting a target of the type “airplane” or “helicopter”.
MANPADS "Verba" and the controls from the automation kit air defense / tactical link management system "Barnaul-T" can with high efficiency to solve the tasks of air defense in the near field. Significant advantages over previous domestic and foreign MANPADS are provided, which sharply reduces the likelihood of a successful air attack.
9С932-1 reconnaissance and control vehicle on the MT-LBU chassis. Wikimedia Commons Photos
Devices from the Barnaul-T make it possible to fully incorporate the 9K333 Verba MANPADS into the general air defense system of the ground forces. The command post and anti-aircraft battery reconnaissance equipment can work independently or in conjunction with other air defense systems. On their own, Verba and Barnaul-T control a zone with a radius of 40 km. If necessary, they can receive air traffic data from other radars or higher command posts. Thus, the "Willow" become a full-fledged element of layered military air defense, complementing other air defense systems.
The benefits of Willow in the overall air defense control system are obvious. The battery command post is able to constantly monitor the air situation using third-party radars, including outside the area of responsibility of its own "Harmony". Battery automated control system processes incoming data and provides information on combat assets MANPADS 9K333. The latter have the task of defeating objects that have managed to break through other echelons of air defense.
With the independent operation of the anti-aircraft battery with all necessary means, the advantage is lost in the form of an early warning of threats. However, the characteristics of the 1L222 and 9С932-1 products are sufficient to maintain the necessary fighting qualities. The approaching aircraft will be timely detected and attacked.
In certain situations MANPADS "Verba" can be used without the means of the Barnaul-T system. In this case, the operator will have to independently monitor the airspace, notice the targets and attack them. Due to a number of objective factors, this method of application limits the capabilities of the portable complex and does not allow to fully use its potential. As a result, new control systems are developed and implemented that provide well-known advantages. Old techniques for the use of MANPADS are now considered only as a last resort.
For several years, Verba man-portable air defense systems have been in mass production and are entering the troops. We are already talking about the complete replacement of older MANPADS in various units of the Russian army. In addition, there are export contracts for the supply of Verb.
Components of ACS "Barnaul-T" in the execution for the airborne. In the foreground is a machine with a reconnaissance and control module, followed by a control module. Photo by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation / mil.ru
In parallel, various means are being manufactured from the Barnaul-T system in various versions. First of all, different types of chassis are used, unified with the basic equipment of different types of troops. For example, reconnaissance and control vehicles based on the landing gear of an airborne armored personnel carrier are offered for the Airborne Forces.
Supplies of equipment and weapons lasts several years, and regularly reports about their progress. So, on August 1, the Izvestia publication, citing its source in the Ministry of Defense, reported that by the end of the summer the army would receive the latest products from the next brigade set of MANPADS and ASU. For what formations of the army are these supplies intended - not specified. It is indicated that “Willow” will replace in it products of the “Needle” family.
Current processes have several obvious consequences. First of all, there is an update of weapons and control systems, which in itself is useful for defense. In addition, new products can optimize the composition of military air defense and increase its combat effectiveness.
The result of this is the construction of a modern, advanced layered air defense forces, including a variety of means and systems. It is able to detect and hit targets at ranges from hundreds of meters to hundreds of kilometers. In such a system, portable air defense systems with modern ASUs play an important role, making a necessary contribution to the combat effectiveness of the troops.
Operator MANPADS "Verba" with a set of military equipment. Photo by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation / mil.ru
Tactical and technical advantages
The “Verba” MANPADS includes a new anti-aircraft guided missile 9M336, which has a number of characteristic features and is characterized by improved characteristics. While maintaining the general ideology laid down in previous projects, this missile has a different composition of components and is made on a modern elemental base. All this leads to an increase in flight performance and an increase in basic combat qualities.
One of the main innovations of the Willow project is a tri-band optical homing head. The search for targets is carried out in the near and middle infrared, as well as in the ultraviolet ranges. Such a GOS is more sensitive, and is also more likely to distinguish a real air target from a false one. The missile is protected from other modern counteraction systems.
A new solid-fuel engine with improved performance was also developed for Willow. With its help, the 9M336 missiles are capable of attacking a target at ranges up to 6 km and altitudes up to 3,5 km. Target speed - up to 400 m / s in oncoming courses or 320 m / s in overtaking.
Thus, MANPADS 9K333 - even without the use of communications and control - has obvious advantages over other domestic and foreign systems of its class. At the same time, the project “Verba” provides for the use of additional funds to ensure the integration of MANPADS into a single control system.
Management tools
In addition to military equipment, the Verba MANPADS batteries should include other instruments and devices that ensure the use of weapons. To simplify the production and operation, these components of the Willow were taken from the tactical link management system / Barnaul-T automated control system.
Compact 1L222 radar in portable design. Photo "Rosoboronexport" / roe.ru
For the benefit of the Verba MANPADS battery, the small-sized 1L222 Garmon radar station is used in a portable version or on a self-propelled chassis. Such a station provides target detection at speeds up to 700 m / s at a distance of 40 km - far beyond the limits of the “Willow” area of responsibility.
Information from the Garmon radar or data from higher-level air defense units is processed by a control point, which can be performed in several forms. So, the 9С932-1 reconnaissance and control machine carries radars, data processing devices and target designation equipment on one chassis. Automation processes incoming information, determines goals and distributes them between MANPADS calculations. Over the air, data for firing is transmitted to the operators of the complexes.
Data from the ACS command post is displayed on the helmet mounted sighting device MANPADS in augmented reality mode. The operator learns about the direction to the target and the distance to it, after which he can perform preliminary guidance. Using data from higher-level systems allows the operator to prepare for an attack in advance, before the target appears in sight.
When the target enters the affected area, the MANPADS operator launches the rocket. Further, it all depends on the product 9M336, equipped with a modern high-range tri-band GOS. The architecture and parameters of the rocket make it possible to obtain a high probability of hitting a target of the type “airplane” or “helicopter”.
Characteristic Benefits
MANPADS "Verba" and the controls from the automation kit air defense / tactical link management system "Barnaul-T" can with high efficiency to solve the tasks of air defense in the near field. Significant advantages over previous domestic and foreign MANPADS are provided, which sharply reduces the likelihood of a successful air attack.
9С932-1 reconnaissance and control vehicle on the MT-LBU chassis. Wikimedia Commons Photos
Devices from the Barnaul-T make it possible to fully incorporate the 9K333 Verba MANPADS into the general air defense system of the ground forces. The command post and anti-aircraft battery reconnaissance equipment can work independently or in conjunction with other air defense systems. On their own, Verba and Barnaul-T control a zone with a radius of 40 km. If necessary, they can receive air traffic data from other radars or higher command posts. Thus, the "Willow" become a full-fledged element of layered military air defense, complementing other air defense systems.
The benefits of Willow in the overall air defense control system are obvious. The battery command post is able to constantly monitor the air situation using third-party radars, including outside the area of responsibility of its own "Harmony". Battery automated control system processes incoming data and provides information on combat assets MANPADS 9K333. The latter have the task of defeating objects that have managed to break through other echelons of air defense.
With the independent operation of the anti-aircraft battery with all necessary means, the advantage is lost in the form of an early warning of threats. However, the characteristics of the 1L222 and 9С932-1 products are sufficient to maintain the necessary fighting qualities. The approaching aircraft will be timely detected and attacked.
In certain situations MANPADS "Verba" can be used without the means of the Barnaul-T system. In this case, the operator will have to independently monitor the airspace, notice the targets and attack them. Due to a number of objective factors, this method of application limits the capabilities of the portable complex and does not allow to fully use its potential. As a result, new control systems are developed and implemented that provide well-known advantages. Old techniques for the use of MANPADS are now considered only as a last resort.
Implementation issues
For several years, Verba man-portable air defense systems have been in mass production and are entering the troops. We are already talking about the complete replacement of older MANPADS in various units of the Russian army. In addition, there are export contracts for the supply of Verb.
Components of ACS "Barnaul-T" in the execution for the airborne. In the foreground is a machine with a reconnaissance and control module, followed by a control module. Photo by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation / mil.ru
In parallel, various means are being manufactured from the Barnaul-T system in various versions. First of all, different types of chassis are used, unified with the basic equipment of different types of troops. For example, reconnaissance and control vehicles based on the landing gear of an airborne armored personnel carrier are offered for the Airborne Forces.
Supplies of equipment and weapons lasts several years, and regularly reports about their progress. So, on August 1, the Izvestia publication, citing its source in the Ministry of Defense, reported that by the end of the summer the army would receive the latest products from the next brigade set of MANPADS and ASU. For what formations of the army are these supplies intended - not specified. It is indicated that “Willow” will replace in it products of the “Needle” family.
Current processes have several obvious consequences. First of all, there is an update of weapons and control systems, which in itself is useful for defense. In addition, new products can optimize the composition of military air defense and increase its combat effectiveness.
The result of this is the construction of a modern, advanced layered air defense forces, including a variety of means and systems. It is able to detect and hit targets at ranges from hundreds of meters to hundreds of kilometers. In such a system, portable air defense systems with modern ASUs play an important role, making a necessary contribution to the combat effectiveness of the troops.
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