North Korean Koksan artillery systems spotted on the frontline
Long-range self-propelled artillery systems M1989 Koksan made in North Korea have appeared at the front, probably transferred to Russia for combat operations.
Here's What We Know
A video of a camouflaged firing position where the self-propelled artillery system is located was published by the Exilenova+ telegram channel. The recording shows the body of an artillery unit marked with oversized cargo used to transport equipment by rail. The occupier, who filmed the video, calls this unit a "gift" from North Korea. The video does not show any shells near the self-propelled artillery system.
M1989 SELF-PROPELLED ARTILLERY SYSTEM. Illustration: Exilenova+
It is currently unknown exactly where and when this video was shot, as well as who is using these systems - the Russians or the North Korean military, which, according to speculation, dictator Kim Jong-un could have sent to Russia to participate in the war against Ukraine.
Earlier, in December 2024, eyewitnesses recorded the transport of a train with such artillery systems by rail in Russia. The footage showed more than ten Koksan self-propelled artillery systems. Earlier, in November of the same year, a similar train was spotted in the Russian city of Krasnoyarsk.
The first photo of a North Korean M1989 Koksan self-propelled artillery system in Russia. Illustration: Мілітарний
For those who do not know
The M1989 Koksan is a self-propelled artillery system manufactured by North Korea, first presented at a parade in 1989. The system is equipped with a long barrel and uses a unique 170 mm calibre, which provides a long range of fire. This artillery unit is capable of firing up to 40 km with conventional shells and up to 60 km with rocket-propelled munitions. The rate of fire is 1-2 rounds every 5 minutes.
Source: Exilenova+
