One of the features of the joint strategic exercises "West-2021"

One of the important features of the Zapad-2021 military exercises taking place these days is named. Let us remind you that the exercises are being held at training grounds in Russia and Belarus.

A feature of these large-scale maneuvers is the active use of unmanned aerial vehicles and robotic (autonomous) ground weapons on them.

So, at the Mulino training ground near Nizhny Novgorod, the latest Russian shock Drones. We are talking about a UAV from the Lastochka complex, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Defense. It is noted that percussion drones from the composition of this complex, a conditional enemy group was destroyed, as well as an armored vehicle. For this, fragmentation and cumulative ammunition were used.

During the joint strategic exercises Zapad-2021, various unmanned aerial vehicles are used, including the Pacer and Orlan drones. It is reported about the destruction of well-camouflaged objects of the mock enemy with the help of these strike weapons. UAVs provided air support during operations by ground units.

Ground combat Robots. In particular, it points to the first use of the Uran-9 and Nerekhta complexes at such a large-scale exercise. To hit targets at a distance of up to 5 km, they used Ataka missile systems. Also, the defeat of a mock enemy was inflicted with the use of such weapons of combat robots as 30-mm cannons and jet infantry flamethrowers.

According to some reports, during the execution of combat training missions, strikes were carried out with the help of 120-mm mines, which were produced as ammunition for the KM-8 "Gran" complex. These are mines with a laser seeker. Earlier it was reported that such mines are extremely expensive to use. It was indicated that the cost of using one such mine from a ground platform can reach the cost of using two hundred conventional mortar mines. However, accuracy and efficiency in this case can be a decisive factor.

Experts note that Zapad-2021 is actually the first exercise with the participation of Russian troops, where unmanned aerial vehicles are so actively used. aviation and ground-type robotic complexes.

Comments

[Cananecat]

the cost of using one such mine from a ground platform can reach the cost of using two hundred conventional mortar mines. However, accuracy and efficiency in this case can be a decisive factor.

It's a pity ... After a series of successful hits, there will be no one to panic in the retreating enemy units ...

[Nikolaevich I]

1.To hit targets at a distance of up to 5 km, they used Ataka missile systems. It would be more convenient to use "Product 305"! Although, it's a little expensive, of course ... Well, nothing ... adversaries apply and do not complain!
2. These are mines with a laser seeker. Earlier it was reported that such mines are extremely expensive to use. It was indicated that the cost of using one such mine from a ground platform could reach the cost of using two hundred conventional mortar mines. However, accuracy and efficiency in this case can be a decisive factor. Something there are no reports of attempts to "reduce the cost of high cost" of controlled mines! For example, use control modules, corrections, "screwed" into place of fuses in conventional mines, as the Americans do ... We somehow boasted of a similar module with GLONASS ("Dynamics") ... Where did it go?

[askort154]

So new types of weapons - UAVs and NBRs - went to the "masses".
An interesting snapshot for the article is "two bears". The one on the left, wearing a hat, guiltily listens to the parting mate of the right one.

[Sentinel-vs]

An interesting snapshot for the article is "two bears". The one on the left, wearing a hat, guiltily listens to the parting mate of the right one.

How can one unsee it now? )))

[Flooding]

Quote: askort154

Interesting snapshot for the article

here is an interesting shot
the same Epoch with 57mm and two rocket calibers, but it's not clear on which chassis
write BMP B-19
was glad that the Boomerangs went
but like Boomerangs have letter K (wheeled)

[Owl]

Practicing American tactics. The American armed forces (following the example of actions in the SAR) are based, provide protection and defense of their base, special forces, army aviation and UAVs work from the base. Aviation and strategic reconnaissance complexes operate from permanent bases.

[Boris55]

The transfer of such a number of troops and equipment was possible only in the USSR. In the course of these exercises, among other things, the unified leadership of all units (land, sea, air, space) up to the battalion from a single center was tested in practice. Judging by the fact that no one was injured, the command and control procedures were successful. NATO never dreamed of this.

[Sling cutter]

Quote: Boris55

KSHU passed successfully.

Boris, this is a joint strategic exercise of the SSU of the two allied states, and the command post exercise is somewhat different.

[Bez 310]

Quote: Stroporez

joint strategic exercises of the SSU of the two allied states

These exercises were planned as a strategic command and staff,
and only recently they were called the SSU, like, we are strong friends with
Belarus.

[Stepan S]

the cost of using one such mine from a ground platform can reach the cost of using two hundred conventional mortar mines.

Yes, electronics are now in the price. As soon as it is put on the products of the military-industrial complex, the price increases several times.

[Grandfather]

I am glad that we are with Belarus, together let Belarus pass the nightmare of Ukraine, "Bulbashi" I am with you!

[Alexey-74]

The time is coming for more and more active use of drones and robotic strike equipment, this is just the beginning, so to speak. This direction of course will develop and I think pretty quickly.

[JonnyT]

This is training for the staff. First time with so many state-of-the-art equipment in such a large-scale exercise

Also a demonstration for partners, let them admire what awaits them in case of aggression. Let them not naively think that they will be met only by men in quilted jackets with a three-ruler. We will beat everything that is available neatly and painfully.

[bk316]

When the exercises are over, I would like the VO authors to write an article with a brief summary. All the same, it is not often that such large-scale exercises are carried out in our country.