The main novelties of "Army-2021"

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Forum opening ceremony. Photo by AP RF

The International Military-Technical Forum "Army" has now become the main platform for the first demonstration of the latest developments in the field of weapons and military equipment. For the first time, more than fifty different samples, both already known and announced on the eve of the opening of the forum, are publicly shown at "Army-2021". These developments represent virtually all major sectors of the defense industry.

Small arms


The Kalashnikov Concern remains the main supplier of novelties in the field of small arms. This year, the most attention is paid to the promising PPK-20 submachine gun, shown for the first time at a public event. This product is a modification of the existing Vityaz-SN submachine gun and is intended for use as part of a portable emergency supply of pilots. PPK-20 has already passed tests and is ready for production in the interests of the Russian Aerospace Forces. Execution of export orders is also possible.




PPK-20 submachine gun with additional equipment installed. Photo Concern "Kalashnikov"

The AK-12SP assault rifle, a modification of the well-known AK-12 designed for special forces, is being demonstrated for the first time. In this project, the basic machine receives some ergonomic innovations that simplify operation, incl. using additional devices.

At the Kalashnikov stand, developments of the civil sector are widely presented. Among them, the most interesting is the "smart" shotgun MP-155 Ultima in serial form. A prototype version of this product was demonstrated for the first time last year, and since then the project has changed significantly. The main parts of the gun remained the same, but the ergonomics were improved and a new on-board computer with the Android operating system appeared.

Land vehicles


Industry and the army retain their interest in the subject of land vehicles for various purposes, which can be seen from the static and dynamic exposition. Both options for modernizing existing equipment and completely new models with a great future are being demonstrated.

The main novelties of "Army-2021"

Products of the "Military Industrial Company". In the foreground is the "multipurpose armored amphibious vehicle". Photos of the military-industrial complex

An experienced BMP-3 with a fighting compartment "Berezhok" became a new example of modernization of available equipment. This variant of combining already known components is demonstrated for the first time. It is assumed that the modernization of the infantry fighting vehicle with the help of "Berezhka" will optimize the technical and combat characteristics. At the same time, the Tula Instrument Design Bureau continues to search for options to improve the BMP-3 by replacing the turret and weapons.

Several full-fledged novelties are shown at once by the Military Industrial Company. Of greatest interest is the "multipurpose armored amphibious vehicle". This is a modern armored car, which is a further development of the ideas of the "Tiger" and "Athlete" families. In fact, it is considered as a modern version of the outdated BRDM: an armored car can solve the same problems and is devoid of their characteristic shortcomings.


Armored car K-4386 ZA-SPN. Photo by RIA News

The military-industrial complex continues to develop the already well-known Strela project. The basic and amphibious versions of this armored car have been demonstrated earlier. In addition, the possibility of creating a unified non-military vehicle was mentioned. An experienced SUV aimed at the civilian market and law enforcement agencies was shown for the first time this year.

The Remdizel enterprise, which is engaged in the Typhoon line, is showing its developments again. On the basis of the existing armored car, a combat vehicle for special forces K-4386 ZA-SPN was created. It is distinguished by the presence of overhead booking and the presence of a protected turret with machine gun and rocket armament.

The K-4386 AMN-D truck was made on the same chassis. He retained the armored hood and received a single-row cabin, behind which an onboard cargo platform is located. The possibility of parachute landing is preserved. The car can be used as a vehicle and as a carrier of weapons or various systems.


Protected truck K-4386 AMN-D. Photo Mashnews.ru

The most interesting novelties in the field of trucks were presented by the Ural plant. Thus, the exhibition demonstrates the new Ural 432067-71 chassis, which is not equipped with a cab or target load. At the request of the customer, this product can be completed with various superstructures, incl. military use.

Another interesting development is a prototype of the Ural-66 or Project 80 product on the Ural-43206 chassis. It is an all-wheel drive platform truck capable of carrying or towing various loads. One of the designations of the project may indicate that it is being considered as a modern analogue of the old GAZ-66 truck.

Air defense


Concern East Kazakhstan region "Almaz-Antey" brought several already known samples to "Army-2021", incl. presented recently, as well as a number of new products of various kinds. For example, the combat module of the Sosna air defense missile system is shown, both independently and on different chassis. The version of the complex on the BTR-82A chassis is demonstrated for the first time.


Multipurpose chassis "Ural 432067-71". Photo Mashnews.ru

SAM "Viking", which is an export version of the medium-range complex "Buk-M3", is already known to experts and the public. This time, the first demonstration of the 9S38E target detection station for this air defense system takes place. It is made on a unified chassis and equipped with high performance AFAR.

At "Army-2020" the premiere of the non-strategic air defense-missile defense complex 98R6E "Abakan" took place as part of several fixed assets. At the current exhibition, they were supplemented with a new 98L6E detection and target designation station.

Aviation and weapons


In the aviation equipment "Army-2021" dispenses with high-profile novelties. However, for the first time, new and upgraded products of various classes are being demonstrated, which are of great interest to the public and to potential customers. In addition, the United Aircraft Corporation, Russian Helicopters and other enterprises represent the entire spectrum of modern designs.


SAM "Sosna" on the chassis of the BTR-82. Photo Bmpd.livejournal.com

Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant for the first time shows an experienced upgraded Ka-226T helicopter. For the first time in the practice of the plant, all design documentation for the project was made in electronic form. With this approach, a new fuselage structure was developed, the main systems were updated, etc. Based on the results of such modifications, weight and flight characteristics have been improved.

The Kronstadt Group presents a helicopter-type UAV BVS-VT 450. A machine weighing 450 kg with a flight duration of up to 6 hours is capable of carrying various loads. It is proposed to be used for observation, reconnaissance and monitoring, as well as for collecting samples, extinguishing fires, etc.


Means of the Viking air defense system. On the right is the new radar 98L6E. Photo Bmpd.livejournal.com

Together with the modernized Ka-52M helicopter, for the first time, they publicly showed a light multipurpose guided missile (LMUR) "Product 305E" from the Mechanical Engineering Design Bureau. The 105-kg product carries a 25 kg warhead and can fly 14,5 km. Guidance - combined, with inertial and television systems, control from a carrier helicopter is provided. In the future, 305E missiles may be included in the ammunition load of various types of domestic helicopters.

Development for the fleet


Several new developments in the field of marine technology are presented, and all major areas, from large ships to small floating crafts, are covered. The bulk of such projects is presented by the United Shipbuilding Corporation.


Upgraded Ka-226T. Photo "Russian Helicopters"

Current developments in the field of amphibious assault are demonstrated. fleet... So, at the stand of the command of the Navy, for the first time, a mock-up of the modernized amphibious assault ship, pr. 1171.1, was presented. In addition, the USC will again show the already well-known model of the next generation UDC "Cayman".

For the first time, the model of the support and support ship, project 15550 "Husky" is shown. In its appearance, such a ship is similar to the existing large landing ships, but it has differences associated with the intended use in the Arctic. With a displacement of approx. 14 thousand tons "Husky" will be able to transport 1 battalion of coastal missile systems, up to 30 vehicles or similar cargo.


Boats for special forces DS-RIB. Photo Concern "Kalashnikov"

Other directions have not been forgotten either. Thus, the Rybinsk Shipyard from the Kalashnikov presented its first inflatable boat intended for special forces. The DS-RIB product can be made in two sizes, for 10 or 12 passengers with cargo. The possibility of transportation on the external sling of the helicopter is envisaged; there is an autonomous cylinder pumping system.

Premiere time


The IMTF "Army" is the main domestic platform for demonstrating new achievements of the military-industrial complex, signing contracts and searching for export customers. Even before the opening of the forum, the participating enterprises disclose their plans and announce the range of products planned for demonstration - and among them are often the most interesting novelties.

This time, the number of interesting novelties in all areas exceeds several dozen. Most of them have every chance to enter service with the Russian armed forces and security forces, as well as become the subject of export contracts. However, these are new developments - and the path to operation will take some time. And in the coming days they will have to be at the exhibition and attract the attention of potential customers.
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  1. +3
    24 August 2021 06: 11
    I wonder if there are "firm" supply contracts, or is it too early? So far, nothing on this issue has come across winked
    1. -5
      24 August 2021 09: 50
      Something "novelties" are pathetic, like some third-rate power. request
      1. +2
        24 August 2021 15: 48
        Somewhere out there, in the boxes, there should be a slightly modified T-14.
        But for some reason, they are in no hurry to show this car.
        One of the changes, road wheels:
        were like that

        Have become so
        1. +1
          25 August 2021 04: 53
          From my childhood, the tank remained on batteries, for 7 rubles. There are the same skating rinks ...
      2. +2
        24 August 2021 20: 17
        There is no need for pessimism. Breakthrough novelties, I think, can be every 5-10 years. hi hi hi
  2. +4
    24 August 2021 07: 08
    If the military-industrial complex is "fed" regularly and for a long time, then the quantity of high-quality weapons will grow every year. What we see with our own eyes. A grandiose display of equipment and weapons. And there is something to see and show to foreigners. laughing
  3. +5
    24 August 2021 08: 12
    Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant for the first time shows an experienced upgraded Ka-226T helicopter.
    When will they start mass production of it for the Indians ?! 2018 was the first date
    1. +1
      24 August 2021 10: 49
      Quote: Stirbjorn
      When will they begin to produce it in large quantities for the Indians ?!

      When will they start producing it in large quantities for us?
  4. +5
    24 August 2021 08: 46
    Only the finished one will integrate the headlights into the front armor plate, reducing the protection. In general, an attempt to replace full-fledged armored personnel carriers with armored tracks on the knee, equipped with imported components, is treason. And the installation on the roofs of sheds instead of towers is the same.
  5. +1
    24 August 2021 10: 38
    Something has not been heard anywhere about Chechen buggies for a long time.
    Wasn't it too?
  6. -6
    24 August 2021 10: 57
    In general, nothing fundamentally new was shown,
    so, a repetition of the past.
    From "novelties" the inflatable boat amazes the imagination.
    Although, apparently, "according to Senka and a hat."
    1. +3
      24 August 2021 15: 24
      Quote: Bez 310
      In general, nothing fundamentally new was shown,
      so, a repetition of the past.

      But, you must admit, the Exhibition is not being done in order to surprise you. Those in the know saw something interesting for themselves.
  7. +4
    24 August 2021 11: 40
    In the field of aviation technology, "Army-2021" dispenses with high-profile novelties.

    That is, a serial multi-purpose missile for helicopters with a range of 14,5 km and a 25-kg HE warhead is not a loud novelty?
    1. -2
      25 August 2021 05: 22
      Alexey RA - The rocket is of course a serial one and 14,5 km is impressive, but this: "... control from a carrier helicopter is provided." - this is the last century, the principle of "fire and forget" has remained a pipe dream, alas request
      1. +6
        25 August 2021 11: 50
        Quote: Nazar
        Alexey RA - The rocket is of course a serial one and 14,5 km is impressive, but this: "... control from a carrier helicopter is provided." - this is the last century, the principle of "fire and forget" has remained a pipe dream, alas request

        LMUR has three guidance modes. The first and the second - just "fire and forget" (differ in that in the first mode the target is captured by the missile seeker directly at the APU, and in the second - after reaching the target area).
        And control from the side is, as they wrote, the requirement of the main customer: that in case of an error in choosing a target, it would be possible to cancel the capture and withdraw the missile from it.
        1. 0
          26 August 2021 04: 23
          Alexey RA - Thank you for the information, it was difficult to understand from the text of the article what was shown on the forum.
      2. 0
        25 August 2021 18: 53
        Quote: Nazar
        the principle of "fire and forget" has remained a pipe dream

        But the principle of "shot and hit" is perfectly implemented. With a guarantee. And a choice of ways.
  8. +3
    24 August 2021 15: 20
    Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant for the first time shows an experienced upgraded Ka-226T helicopter.

    What's the point? As long as it is "T" - equipped with an Italian engine "Turbomeka" - what's the point of showing it at an army exhibition?

    Together with the modernized Ka-52M helicopter, for the first time, they publicly showed a light multipurpose guided missile (LMUR) "Product 305E" from the Mechanical Engineering Design Bureau. The 105-kg product carries a 25 kg warhead and can fly 14,5 km. Guidance - combined, with inertial and television systems, control from a carrier helicopter is provided. In the future, 305E missiles may be included in the ammunition load of various types of domestic helicopters.


    I am amazed at the Kamov lobby! If they could do the same, they would fly to the moon in their cars. The missile was created for the Mi-28NM, it was tested on it and is included in its ammunition load. But they showed her on the Ka-52, to which she has no relation yet.
    But, now you can already understand what kind of rocket it is. No 100 km range. And this is not a "Russian hellfire". This is "Russian Spike". Rather, "Spike" is the implementation of a project that has been developed at KBM almost since the 60s. Only in the USSR for full there were no components in the implementation. There was a project, there was a scheme, but it was not possible to assemble a sample with the required range and carrying capacity - everything was devoured by "electronics".
    The missile has tele-guidance in the final section over a protected radio channel and a multispectral guidance head. The starting site follows the coordinates, so it can be launched out of sight.

    But again - these are all rumors and unverified data ... :)
    1. +3
      25 August 2021 15: 21
      Quote: abc_alex
      The missile was created for the Mi-28NM, it was tested on it and is included in its ammunition load.

      Created - yes (even when it was product 79). But it was tested and applied in another organization, on the Mi-8. More precisely, the Mi-8MNP-2.
      1. +1
        25 August 2021 18: 51
        Quote: Alexey RA
        Created - yes (even when it was product 79). But it was tested and applied in another organization, on the Mi-8. More precisely, the Mi-8MNP-2.

        Well, the "voices" don't tell me everything. And I don't always know what to ask :)
  9. +3
    24 August 2021 19: 28
    it is a pity that the article and the photos in it have little to do with it. It would be nice to write about the technique and attach ITS photo
  10. -2
    25 August 2021 03: 33
    Oh yeah! Inflatable boat! Who is there over the Ukrainians (the moderator corrects, but we know how this nation is correctly called) laughed !? laughing
  11. 0
    25 August 2021 04: 44
    PPK-20 submachine gun with additional equipment installed.

    belay
    Interestingly, how the device attached to the side affects the balance.
  12. -1
    25 August 2021 16: 08
    A shameful show of demonstration of layouts and non-essential additions to an existing one. Whom and what do we want to convince?

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