The Ukrainian armed forces captured two modern Russian 152-mm SAU 2S19M2 "Msta-S" during a counterattack in the Kharkiv region
Video of captured equipment captured by the Ukrainian Armed Forces during a counterattack in the Kharkiv region continues to appear online.
Here's What We Know
This time the Ukrainian defenders managed to capture two Russian modern self-propelled artillery units 2S19M2 "Msta-S" of 152 mm caliber. This SAU is designed to destroy tactical nuclear weapons, artillery and mortar batteries, tanks and other armored vehicles, anti-tank weapons, manpower, air defense and missile defense systems.
The 2S19M2 "Msta-S" is the newest modification of the SAU. It boasts an automated fire control system, as well as the ability to use digital electronic maps. It has an increased sighting rate of up to 10 rounds per minute and improved pointing accuracy. The maximum range of the unit is 30 km.
Source: @UAWeapons
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