Our country has long acquired the fame of "smithyweapons ". However, how else can you treat the state in which the famous AK-47, the T-54 long-life tank and other masterpieces were created? Therefore, it is not surprising that the new "Pantsir-S 1" complex has been gaining interest from foreign customers for a year now.
The history of the creation of this type of weapons in many respectsis phenomenal. The development of a new ZRPK was ordered by the Tula KB in the distant 1990, before the collapse of the USSR. Initially, the work was top secret, conducted under the code name "Roman". It was assumed that the new technology would be designed to effectively protect the complexes of the S-300 air defense system and the main radar air defense stations on the vast borders of the country.
Subsequently, from such a narrow specializationrefused, after which the complex was also transferred to the ground forces, which he was extremely needed for reliable cover of the columns of military equipment on the march, the early destruction of certain types of armored vehicles likely enemy. At the same time, the version for the fleet was also ordered (it was created, it is effectively used today). In many respects the success of the complex is explained by the fact that it was created on the basis of the famous 2K22 "Tunguska".
It should be noted that initially this militarytechnique (the photo is in the material) showed itself far from the best side. The tests revealed that it is impossible to hit the target at a distance of even a few kilometers, that is, radar systems are extremely unsatisfactory with their functions. In addition, the military had numerous complaints related to the low reliability of many installation systems.
Strangely enough, but the situation was corrected by "sworn"friends "from the UAE. They concluded an incredibly profitable investment contract. And this despite the fact that a normal anti-aircraft missile and gun system existed at that time exclusively in the dreams of developers! Whatever it was, but the money received was used for its intended purpose: the development of technology continued at an accelerated pace, many shortcomings and frank technical mistakes were eliminated in the course of the work.
At the same time, the idea was expressed that it would be nice tocreate a complex and on a crawler chassis. For this purpose, we used the same "Tunguska". In addition, the Arabs expressed the wish that the wheeled version was based on the German MAN. This is due to the fact that they have concluded many contracts with this company, so there will be no problems with spare parts for such equipment.
However, the conclusion of the treaty was very opposedAmerican allies of the Arabs. Cleaner business: more than 40% of the arms market in the UAE today belongs to companies from the states, and they hate to lose money because of more successful competitors.
In 2006, several similar complexesthe developments were sold to Syria. There are reports that some of them were sent by the Syrian government to Iran, but Tehran refuses any hints about it with fervor.
Unlike other similar complexes,which are in the arsenal of the national army, this technique was originally mounted on a chassis with a high cross-country capacity with a wheel formula of 8x8. This circumstance makes it possible to use "Pantsir" where such complexes can not be reached by their own power at all. How could you achieve such outstanding characteristics?
In these circumstances, it would be strange to doexpensive equipment. And the fact that caterpillar tractors belong to this category belong, no one doubts. In addition, such a technique consumes a breakdown of fuel, which again is unacceptable for the complex, which must follow the columns of the machinery it accompanies.
Of course, this can be considered a loud advertisementproducer, but "Pantsir-S 1" can really "land" any aircraft or helicopter, ballistic missile or air bomb with "smart" guidance, which are in the service of a possible adversary. Since this complex is also intended to eliminate ground targets, this makes it truly a universal type of weaponry.
Again, however pretentiously this may sound,Such a combination of anti-aircraft and cannon armaments has no other similar complex in the world. The creator of this technique is the outstanding domestic designer Arkady Shipunov. He once again confirmed that the military equipment of the Russian army is one of the most perfect in the world.
The main task of this type of weapons isProtection of military and civilian objects from attacks from the air on the front lines of defense. What is the difference between Russian military equipment and its foreign counterparts? Its main distinguishing feature is the ability to conduct rapid fire on the go. It is not hard to imagine what prospects this opens: when escorting an armored column, the military does not need to stop to repel a sudden attack from the air or the ground.
The main armament of the complex is a dozenmissiles ZUR 57E6, which in layout and appearance are very similar to the similar shots 9M311 "Tunguska." The main shell of the missiles is bikalibernoy (that is, it is constructed from two stages). The power plant is located in the second stage, which during the flight is separated: this solution has allowed to provide a high speed.
At the start of the missile has ahigh speeds. In general, ZRPK "Pantsir-S 1" can aim to destroy the target at a range of up to 12 kilometers. As for the elimination of air targets, their missile can reach an altitude of up to eight kilometers. The head part contains a whole set of destructive elements in the form of a rod, the total mass of which is 20 kilograms.
For maneuvering in the air, an air-dynamic steering wheel is used. It is reported that the complex can simultaneously be directed to three air targets, to accompany and (if necessary) destroy them.
As for the artillery weapons ZRPK"Pantsir-S 1", then it is no less impressive. At the core lie two 30-mm cannons 2A72. As in many other cases, the tools are single-barreled. For them, two types of shells are produced: armor-piercing and high-explosive (including incendiary), and the delivery of shots is carried out by a selective principle, from two cartridge belts simultaneously. Like other Russian military equipment, all elements of the system are more reliable and maintainable, they rarely fail.
The main module is located on the roof of the carrierchassis. Its structure includes the following weapons: first there are launch containers of ZUR, located in the form of two blocks of six missiles in each. On the side of them, artillery armament was mounted. There is a radar station, which is designed to detect and maintain the target, as well as a separate system for targeting missile weapons. Of course, an anti-aircraft missile system is equipped with a quality fire control system (fire control system).
According to the developers, thisthe anti-aircraft missile system has a completely unique ability to fire from all the available weapons systems on board, and in several directions at once. "Pantsir" can timely detect and liquidate enemy combat aircraft and helicopters before they start using their own airborne weapons systems, as well as guided missiles of various classes. It is not ruled out shooting light armored vehicles and clusters of enemy manpower.
Since the "Pantsir" ZRPK should provideeffective protection of the rear and its own military equipment in any conditions, its fire control system is characterized by high resistance to various interference. Such high performance was achieved due to the integration of opto-electronic and radar systems into a single "conglomerate", operating in infrared, decimeter and centimeter, centimeter and millimeter bands.
In the standard radar mode"Shell" can at any time to give a volley of two missiles on the targets found by the systems. It should be especially noted that the tracking equipment is not only distinguished by its outstanding reliability, but also can simultaneously accompany two dozen goals simultaneously. The accuracy of the target indications is 0.4 degrees in azimuth. The angle is 0.7 degrees. If we talk about accuracy in conventional metric units, then the minimum target detection range is only 50 meters.
The system can, if necessary, completelyautomatic mode not only to detect targets, but also to provide exhaustive information on its characteristics and speed. In addition, in an autonomous mode, this military equipment (photo of which is in the article) can choose the most appropriate situation for the type of weapons and independently designate the required mode of fire.
Today, missile forces, whose technologyconstantly modernized, receive new "Shell". Their distinctive feature is the automatic distribution of functions: if several units are combined into a battery, one of the machines automatically becomes commander. Her computer analyzes the main data, then transfers it to her "subordinates".
It is done for the possible effective and fastdetection and destruction of identified targets. The command center is able in automatic mode not only to distribute targets between the machines in the battery, but also to do it as efficiently as possible. Simply put, the order to open fire is issued to the machine that is located in the most effective and advantageous tactical position.
This military missile technology by someexperts are called "designers", and in this they are absolutely right. The fact is that "Pantsir" is built according to the block scheme, and its parts can be replaced at any time for more suitable situations. It is easy to imagine how such a universality can be useful in real combat conditions. Suppose that a fragment has got into the control module: if it were an old technique, we would have to wait for the repair team.
In the case of the "Shell", its crew canreplace the damaged module yourself without spending too much time on it. Thus, "Pantsir S 1", a photo of which is in the article, can be returned to the state of full combat readiness as soon as possible.
Of course, the block design is extremely good inplan for further modification. Henceforth, there is no need to transfer the entire complex to a repair company: a unit that is obsolete can be replaced by an updated model right in the field. Everything is done in the shortest possible time, and in most cases with this operation one can cope with the forces of the crew alone.
