Modernization of 203-mm self-propelled guns 2S7M "Malka" within the framework of the state defense order completed

The Ministry of Defense has received the last batch of Malka 203-mm self-propelled howitzers that have undergone a major overhaul with modernization. This was reported by the press service of Uraltransmash.

According to the report, Uraltransmash has completed the delivery of overhauled and modernized 2S7M Malka self-propelled howitzers to the military, thereby fully fulfilling the state defense order. The number of modernized equipment is not named, it is emphasized that all of it has already been transferred to the military.

The message does not contain information on exactly when the upgraded Malka self-propelled guns were shipped; news materials. Then, too, there was no information about the amount of equipment transferred, only the fact of sending the ACS to the military was stated. On the other hand, the most important thing is that the state defense order has been fulfilled and the military received the amount of equipment that they ordered.

As already reported, the modernization was carried out at Uraltransmash, work was carried out on the equipment to replace the gearbox, distribution mechanisms and power supply units. Replaced observation devices and guidance system, intercom equipment and radio station. The complex of anti-nuclear protection has been updated. Now it is possible to aim at a target using a UAV.

The 2S7M "Malka" with a 2A44 cannon of 203 mm caliber is capable of firing various types of ammunition, including active-reactive and special ammunition with a nuclear warhead. Large-caliber self-propelled guns were once developed as a means of a possible tactical nuclear strike. The first modification - 2S7 "Pion" - has been in operation since 1975, the modernized version - 2S7M - since 1986.

The combat weight of the 2S7M "Malka" in the previous layout was 46,5 tons, the crew was 6 people, the radio station R-173 was used, the ammunition carried was 8 rounds, the self-propelled gun was brought into combat position within 7 minutes.

Comments

[smel]

Nice system. Powerful

[Uncle lee]

The video is impressive!

[Vladimir61]

Quote from Uncle Lee

The video is impressive!

Yes, but the impressions of those who received this "package" are also interesting.

[lucul]

There was a possibility of aiming at the target with the help of UAVs.

What the doctor ordered.
Put the Shell on her and you can do good business with her.)))

[strannik1985]

The shell from shells is not protection, in the conditions of counter-battery fighting, the stability is not very good, except that it is dispersed in a gun-like manner and well dug in.

[YOUR]

I wonder how the crew is accommodated? The diagram shows only three places for the crew, where are three more people?

[Vik66]

Riding on a charging box, trailer

[Errr]

The two crew seats are painted in red (between the fourth rollers). Each for two.

[YOUR]

Thanks for the tip.

[sledak]

And what is the maximum range of an active-jet? (answer knowledgeable, if not a military secret)

[Errr]

Yes, what a secret there. 47,5 km.

[sledak]

Quote: Herrr

Yes, what a secret there. 47,5 km.

I thought more ... Or, for this caliber, we are among the foremost in firing range?

[Errr]

After us, only the Americans with their M110A2 (30 km), but their barrel is much shorter (caliber 39,5 versus our 55,3). But if you do not take into account such experienced self-propelled guns, then we can say that the 2S7M (like the 2S7) is the most long-range.

[Barberry25]

the current was removed from the US armament ... and ours were modernized + it was announced about the development of a wheeled version of the gun and about new shells ..

[Errr]

Why dispose of them? Nice guns. On occasion, and vigorous 3BV2 can flop 30 km. And if you create such an active-reactive one, then for all 47 and a half.

[Barberry25]

Well, at 30 km now, shooting yabch is a so-so decision ... this used to be when "the whole world is in dust", but now it makes no sense, BUT getting the opportunity to throw large shells at 50 km for a cheap price will not be bad until the Coalition is massively installed there. ...

[Vladimir_2U]

Quote: Barberry25

Well, 30 km now shoot yabch so-so decision

So it depends on the power of the charge.

Quote: Barberry25

it used to be when "the whole world is in dust", but now it makes no sense

Better to have and keep than to refuse and then regret.

[Jacket in stock]

47,5 km active-jet.
A cleverly crafted rocket into a very cleverly crafted cannon.
But why?
Isn't it easier to load a simple rocket into a very simple Hurricane tube?

[Barberry25]

there is nothing tricky there - an ordinary gas generator costs

[Lontus]

Quote: Barberry25

there is nothing tricky there - an ordinary gas generator costs

and no precision.
and if you make the projectile controllable, then it is expensive - the rocket will be cheaper

[Barberry25]

there are 13 kilos of explosives in each shell, there will be no difference from the difference of 10-15 meters, especially that the fire is fired in a volley

[Jacket in stock]

Quote: Barberry25

each shell contains 13 kilos of explosives

In-in.
And in the Hurricane rocket, half a centner.

[Barberry25]

If the MLRS were a panacea, then the development of barreled artillery would have been abandoned altogether ... this, by the way, has already passed in the USSR, as a result, it was necessary to develop barrel artillery, sparkling with heels and tearing veins ... And yes, the range of the Hurricane is 35 km, the range of Malka with ordinary shells -37 km

[Barberry25]

by the way, the MLRS rocket is also not a particularly accurate thing

[riwas]

Modernization of 203-mm self-propelled guns 2S7M "Malka" within the framework of the state defense order completed

There is no guided projectile for such a gun.