The 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun 2S40 "Flox" on the Ural-4320VV (6x6) chassis was developed at JSC Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" (part of the Uralvagonzavod concern). The self-propelled gun is designed to perform fire missions to hit moving and stationary targets with mortar mines or artillery shells (including high-precision ones).
The combat weight of the vehicle is about 20 tons. The self-propelled gun has armor: the front part protection corresponds to class VI, the sides are protected according to class V, the engine-transmission section is protected by an armored casing corresponding to III class. The chassis protects against mines weighing up to 2 kg of TNT - the explosion does not affect the performance of the engine, and a charge of 5 kg of TNT cannot incapacitate the crew. To increase cross-country ability, middle and rear differential locks are provided. The installation is equipped with a YaMZ-536 diesel engine with a power of 310 hp. The crew consists of an artillery crew (3 people) and a driver, who is located in a 5-seater armored cabin.
The stern of the self-propelled gun is equipped with a rotating platform with a 120 mm caliber gun module. The rifled gun has the same ballistics and bolt as the 2A80 gun. It can be used both as a howitzer and as a mortar, depending on the ammunition used. Firing distance reaches 13 km high-explosive fragmentation projectile, 7.5 km high-explosive fragmentation mine, 10 kg - guided projectile. Firing is fully automated through the use of an automatic loader, rate of fire is 8 (OFS) or 10 (OFM) rounds per minute. The AZ automated ammunition rack contains 28 rounds, another 52 are in conventional racks.
The 120-mm gun is equipped with a modern recoil system, which made it possible to eliminate the need for retractable mounts. This solution, together with modern electronics, makes it possible to reduce the ready-to-fire time to 20 seconds and significantly increases efficiency. Vertical pointing angles from -5 to +80 degrees, horizontally - 35 degrees. right and left. The Phlox self-propelled gun is equipped with a modern digital weapon-computing system, which is capable of performing many tasks automatically. These tasks include:
Transferring and receiving data between machines;
Processing the received information and preparing data for calculating shooting parameters;
Adjustment of the installation's firing on the first shot;
Switching between different surveillance tools depending on environmental conditions;
Storing up to 30 targets in memory at the same time and switching between them.
The received and processed information in real time is continuously supplied to the crew monitors in the cockpit, which allows them to quickly respond to the situation and monitor the status of all systems.
As an additional weapon, the self-propelled gun is equipped with a remote-controlled combat module with a 12.7 mm Kord machine gun and a combined sighting system(on the roof of the cabin). The self-propelled gun is also equipped with a detection system laser irradiation and setting up smoke screens.
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120-MM SELF-PROPELLED ARTILLERY GUN “PHLOX”
120-MM SELF-PROPELLED ARTILLERY GUN FLOKS
02.09.2016
State Secretary-Deputy General Director of JSC Research and Production Corporation Uralvagonzavod Alexey Zharich on his page on www.facebook.com posted photographs of the new 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun Phlox, developed by JSC Central Research Institute Burevestnik » ( Nizhny Novgorod). A sample of the Phlox self-propelled joint stock company will be demonstrated for the first time at the opening Army-2016 exhibition.
The 120-mm automated Phlox gun is mounted on an armored wheeled chassis "Ural-VV" (6x6). On the roof of the armored cabin there is a remote-controlled combat module with a 12.7 mm Kord machine gun. Protection from guided weapons provides a laser radiation detection and jamming system.
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26.09.2016
WEAPONS OF THE FATHERLAND: 120-MM SELF-PROPELLED ARTILLERY GUN “PHLOX” AT THE ARMY-2016 FORUM 
At the International Military-Technical Forum "Army - 2016" in Patriot Park (Cuba), NPK Uralvagonzavod presented the 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun (SAO) Phlox. The system was created at the Burevestnik Central Research Institute.
The self-propelled gun is designed to carry out fire missions to engage moving and stationary targets with conventional and high-precision mines.
MAIN CHARACTERISTICS
Maximum firing range, km:
- OFS 13
- UAS 10
- OFM 7.5
Rate of fire, rds/min:
- OFS up to 8
- OFM up to 10
Ammunition, rds. 80
Pointing angles, degrees:
- vertical -5…+80
- horizontal +35
Time to transfer to combat position, min. no more than 0.5
Calculation, pers. 4
Weight, t no more than 20
VTS "BASTION", 09/26/2016
The newest 120-mm self-propelled artillery gun "Phlox"
"Since September 6, the Patriot Park near Moscow has been welcoming visitors to the Army-2016 forum. The main purpose of this event is to demonstrate the latest domestic developments in the field of weapons and military equipment. In particular, several samples modern technology this time it was presented by the Uralvagonzavod corporation. One of its most interesting developments, demonstrated publicly for the first time, is the promising self-propelled artillery gun (SAO) Phlox.
About existence promising project The self-propelled joint stock company, called Phlox, became known on August 30. On this day, the press service of the Uralvagonzavod corporation published a press release dedicated to the organization’s participation in the upcoming Army-2016 exhibition. It was mentioned that more than fifty full-fledged and prototype samples of new systems, weapons and equipment will be shown at the corporation’s exhibition site. One of the exhibits was supposed to be the newest 120-mm Phlox self-propelled artillery gun. Other details, however, were not reported.
The appearance of the new self-propelled gun became known on the first day of autumn. On September 1, State Secretary and Deputy General Director of the Uralvagonzavod Corporation Alexey Zharich on his page in social network Facebook posted some photos new development, created by specialists from the Burevestnik Central Research Institute. The posted pictures were jokingly called spy photos. On the same day, the Izvestia publication published excerpts from an interview with the General Director of the Burevestnik Central Research Institute (part of the Uralvagonzavod corporation) Georgy Zakamennykh, who revealed some technical features new project.
The information about the project of JSC Phlox published a few days ago is not yet able to fully reveal all the features of the appearance of the promising development. However, the available amount of information allows us to examine the latest domestic combat vehicle, determine some of its features, and also make certain assessments.
As follows from the available photographs, the Phlox project uses both existing and new components and assemblies. In particular, all the main components and armament of the vehicle are proposed to be mounted on the basis of one of the existing wheeled chassis. Using this approach, a successful combination of basic characteristics and ease of production can be achieved. Ultimately, this could have a significant impact on the commercial potential of the development.
The three-axle all-wheel drive chassis of the Ural-VV armored vehicle is used as the basis for the Phlox self-propelled joint stock company. In its original form, the Ural-VV is an armored car designed to transport personnel or some cargo. The car is built according to the hood layout and, as shown latest projects, can be equipped with special equipment of the required type. Under the hood of the car there is a YaMZ-6565 diesel engine with a power of 270 hp. The transmission provides torque transmission to all six drive wheels.
The artillery self-propelled gun receives a crew cabin, which is a shortened and redesigned version armored corps base vehicle "Ural-VV". This unit is a product of reduced length, providing double-row placement of the calculation. On the sides there are four doors necessary for access inside. The cabin receives armored glass. The door glazing is additionally equipped with embrasures with dampers. The characteristics of the cabin body have not yet been specified, but there is reason to believe that the level of protection is similar to the body of a basic armored car. Let us remind you that the Ural-VV vehicle has class 5 cabin protection with up to class 6 in some areas.
Behind the cockpit, after a short gap that is used to carry a spare tire and accommodate some additional units, there are two blocks of target equipment. On the chassis frame, above the second axle, there is a box casing designed to carry some payload. A characteristic feature of this unit is the sloping roof, due to the characteristics of the artillery unit. On the front wall of the casing box there are fasteners to hold the gun barrel in the stowed position.
In the aft part of the chassis frame, the Phlox project provides for the installation of a rotating platform on which the artillery unit is located. In the central part of the rectangular platform there are mechanisms for mounting and vertical guidance of the gun. On the sides of them there are casings designed to accommodate some additional equipment. As can be seen from the available photographs, the artillery unit of the self-propelled gun has the ability to aim horizontally and vertically within fairly wide sectors. Guidance is carried out using automated mechanisms with remote control.
Basic information about the gun used on the new self-propelled gun was announced by the General Director of the Burevestnik Central Research Institute G. Zakamennykh. He said that a new artillery system, partly based on existing units, is being installed on the Phlox vehicle. In terms of ballistics and breech, the Phlox gun is unified with the 2A80 system. At the same time, some new units were used. It is alleged that with the help of new technical solutions it was possible to increase the accuracy of fire and reduce the load on the base chassis.
The gun has a 120 mm caliber barrel and is equipped with a combined semi-automatic bolt, the design of which is borrowed from an existing project. The project also provides for anti-recoil devices and fencing. Important feature The artillery part of the Phlox is the use of automation capable of monitoring the position of the barrel. With its help, it is claimed that after each shot it is possible to restore the previously established aiming, which in a positive way affects the accuracy and accuracy indicators.
The self-propelled gun's main armament consists of 80 rounds placed in several stacks. First of all, it is proposed to use the so-called. operational stowage, accommodating 28 shells. After using up this part of the ammunition, the crew can use ammunition from other stowages. Also, if necessary, it is possible to reload ammunition from one stowage to another.
The types of ammunition proposed for use have not yet been specified, but some assumptions can be made in this regard. The Phlox self-propelled gun is equipped with a gun unified with the 2A80 system. Let us recall that the 120-mm 2A80 gun is used as part of the 2S31 “Vena” self-propelled gun and has a number characteristic features. Thanks to some design features, such a weapon with a rifled barrel can be used as a howitzer gun or mortar. The Vienna's ammunition load can include several types of projectiles, including guided ones. It is also possible to use 120 mm mortar mines of any existing models, including foreign ones.
Considering the use of existing developments and the possible tactical niche proposed for the Phlox self-propelled joint stock company, it can be assumed that in the case of the new project we are again talking about the use of an original system with extensive capabilities. If this is really the case, then new self-propelled gun capable of using a variety of weapons with different characteristics. This feature significantly expands the range of combat missions to be solved.
All systems of the artillery unit must be controlled from a remote control installed in the cockpit. To monitor the operation of systems and enter commands, it is proposed to use a unit that includes a liquid crystal monitor with a push-button frame. Some other controls are also provided. Equipment for controlling auxiliary weapons is attached to the same remote control.
For self-defense and combat against enemy personnel or lightly armored vehicles, the crew of the Phlox self-propelled artillery gun must use a remote-controlled combat module. In preparation for the Army-2016 exhibition, the self-propelled gun prototype received a system with heavy machine gun"Cord". The module has systems for horizontal and vertical guidance, and is also equipped with mounts for cartridge box and a block of optical-electronic equipment. The module is connected to the control panel at the operator's workplace. The crew member controlling the combat module has the ability to receive a video signal from the module’s optics, as well as fully control the operation of all mechanisms.
As additional means For protection, it is proposed to use a set of smoke grenade launchers. These devices are mounted on the roof of the cabin in a fairly large quantities. Installation is carried out with a slight elevation angle. To set up a smoke screen in the front hemisphere, it is proposed to use two sets of three grenade launchers. Two more similar sets are placed on the sides and are designed for firing forward and to the sides. With the help of 12 smoke grenade launchers, the crew can camouflage themselves and avoid a collision with the enemy relatively safely.
Another system designed to increase survivability in a combat situation is laser radiation detection equipment. Several blocks of such equipment are installed on the roof of the cabin and, possibly, on some other units of the machine. The laser irradiation detection system allows you to timely notice an enemy preparing for an attack and take the necessary measures.
To accommodate the crew on the march and during combat work, a protected cabin with a two-row arrangement of seats is intended. In the front part there are places for the driver and gunner. Between them is placed a stand with some radio-electronic equipment. The driver has a full range of controls to control the operation of all major chassis systems. The gunner, in turn, has a control panel for artillery and machine gun weapons. The remaining crew members are placed in the rear row seats, behind the gunner and driver.
The Phlox self-propelled artillery project has a number of characteristic features that are unusual for such equipment Russian development. Some of them, with certain reservations, even allow us to consider the Phlox project revolutionary new for domestic artillery systems. According to G. Zakamennykh, placing a 120-mm artillery gun on a vehicle chassis is a completely new solution for the domestic armed forces. In fact, this sample can be classified as a completely new class of equipment for our country. This new class allows you to significantly increase mobility artillery units. In addition, there are positive design features in the form of the maximum possible automation of the processes of preparation for firing and subsequent firing.
Today in service Russian army consists of several unique artillery systems. The most advanced and high-tech of them are self-propelled guns such as “Nona” and “Khosta”. More recently, the gun collection of the armed forces Russian Federation was replenished with a new weapon: the Phlox self-propelled gun surpassed its predecessors both in ammunition power and in firing range and accuracy.
Who designed the Phlox self-propelled gun?
The Phlox self-propelled artillery mount, which combines all the advantages of guns, howitzers and mortars, was developed at the Burevestnik Central Research Institute, which is part of the Uralvagonzavod corporation in the city of Nizhny Novgorod. The designers based the creation of the new self-propelled guns on the wheeled chassis of the Ural, an all-wheel drive, three-axle vehicle designed to carry ten tons of cargo.
The Phlox self-propelled gun was presented at the Army 2016 forum, which was held in September on the territory of the Patriot Park of the Ministry of Defense near Moscow. Over 50 pieces of military equipment were used at the exhibition.
A new product for the forum was the Phlox self-propelled gun. The photo below represents the features external design given
Why was the Phlox gun created?
When designing a new modified self-propelled gun, the developers took the idea of “wheeled tanks”. Russian engineers have created the Phlox mobile self-propelled artillery unit, which combines powerful weapons, high-quality armor protection and high mobility. This weapon considered the first Russian self-propelled guns caliber 120 mm, which uses a car chassis (Ural family). The Phlox self-propelled gun belongs to a new class of weapons, which, according to experts, will in the future replace the old 120-caliber towed guns. The developers believe that this will significantly increase the mobility of artillery units of the Russian Army.
How does the newest Russian self-propelled gun work?
“Phlox” operates on the principle of self-propelled guns, which are in service with military airborne and ground forces Oh.
Unlike its predecessors, “Nona” and “Khost”, new installation can be used as usual artillery shells, and mortar mines. This was made possible by using a wide vertical aiming angle, the range of which is from -2 to +80 degrees. Thus, the Russian Phlox self-propelled gun operates on the principle of a howitzer, which is characterized by a hinged trajectory. As a result, the new self-propelled gun is capable of vertically throwing shells into enemy trenches at a distance not exceeding 10 km.
During direct fire, the Phlox self-propelled gun also showed good results. Artillery shooting from the new gun compares favorably with other self-propelled guns high range and accuracy.
Design feature of the new self-propelled guns
Like similar self-propelled artillery units, the 120 mm Phlox is equipped with a controlled autonomous combat module. The new self-propelled gun differs from its predecessors in that this installed module is unified, due to which during artillery firing from the Phlox there is an increased accuracy of hits and a significantly reduced load on the chassis. The module is installed together with a 12.7 mm Kord machine gun. The design of the modified self-propelled guns includes:
- trunk;
- combined semi-automatic shutter;
- cradle with guard;
- special anti-kickback devices;
- lifting sector mechanism.
After completing artillery firing from a modified self-propelled gun, aiming is restored using a special drive controlled by vertical angles.
“Phlox” is capable of transporting ammunition necessary to fire 80 shots. Of these, 28 units are in combat readiness. To accommodate them, the designers provide special operational installations. This design is intended to improve the mobility of self-propelled guns, and make the preparatory process and the firing itself automatic. All this was not able to be provided by outdated towed self-propelled artillery installations. “Phlox” of 120 mm caliber is fighting machine, which uses a completely new concept.
Truck “Ural” for artillery installation“Phlox” is a special armored version. In addition, the machine contains a reinforced engine, the power of which exceeds three hundred horsepower.
Why is a recoil system needed in Phlox?
The problem of an unstable position of a gun on a wheeled platform is not new. There are two ways to solve this:
- strengthen the main platform by increasing its mass, and thus turn the self-propelled gun into an armored personnel carrier;
- use additional supports while firing.
This problem was solved when creating Phlox. Russian designers used a modern recoil system with an auxiliary hydraulic effect. During shooting, mechanical energy is converted into thermal energy, which subsequently absorbs shocks and impacts. Thus, the entire load on the platform is significantly reduced.
What is 2A80 in the Phlox design?
The abbreviation 2A80 in the modernized self-propelled gun designates an artillery gun that combines the advantages of howitzer guns and mortars. The caliber of the gun is 120 mm. For firing from this barrel, 120-mm mines and shells with ready-made rifling are used. The innovation in Phlox is innovation system cooling, which is equipped with 2A80. In this system, using a special indicator, you can monitor the maximum permissible level of barrel heating.
Ensuring crew safety
The cabin of the Phlox self-propelled artillery installation is a welded structure. In its manufacture, steel sheets of different thicknesses are used. A special armored casing is provided for the engine compartment. These warnings are intended to protect the crew of the self-propelled guns from explosive devices whose power does not exceed two kilograms. To protect the crew from attacks by a sabotage and reconnaissance group, a 12.7 mm Kord machine gun can be used in the design of the Phlox artillery mount. It is installed on the cockpit and is not a standard weapon.
Why do we need a weapon-computing complex for Phlox?
The presence of advanced technology is another feature of the new Russian artillery installation. The weapon-computing complex makes it possible to remotely exchange information between team members located in the combat vehicle and in the control vehicle. With the help of this complex, the initial data necessary for artillery fire on an independently reconnoitered target, as well as on the target about which information is provided by the battery control point, is prepared. The use of weapon-computing systems has a positive effect on the adjustment of the installation, since it makes it possible to detect the first shot at the target. The developers have provided various modes in the weapon-computing complex. To control aiming elements there is a memory, the operation of which does not depend on energy. The memory capacity can be information about thirty targets. All data is displayed on commander’s monitors located in the cockpit of this self-propelled artillery unit. Thanks to the instrument-computing complex, it is possible to control in real time technical condition installation, controlling the drives, perform horizontal or vertical aiming of the barrel.
Everything at Phlox is computerized. Data received from the target designator - rangefinder - is also supplied to the monitor in the cockpit. Using a topographical reference system, the crew can automatically determine coordinates even when the self-propelled gun is moving. Having received all the data necessary for artillery fire, the Phlox self-propelled gun is ready to fire artillery after 20 seconds.
Mobility of a modified Russian installation
According to military experts, today one of the main advantages of any artillery piece in combat operations is its high mobility.
This quality is much more important than even the quality of the armor itself. This is due to the fact that self-propelled guns are rarely used in direct fire attacks, which means that the need for powerful anti-tank armor is not so significant. In modern military conflicts involving self-propelled units artillery fire is carried out from a distant closed firing position. This limits the contact of self-propelled guns with enemy armor-piercing weapons.
According to many experts, the Phlox gun is a timely and potentially in-demand combat weapon for the Russian ground forces.
AND TWO
The large Nizhny Novgorod artillery manufacturer Burevestnik plans to increase product sales volumes by 2020 fivefold - up to 20 billion rubles. The company intends to do this through the construction of two production buildings in which new types of weapons will be produced. Industry analysts call the company’s plans ambitious and note that there have been cases of a sharp increase in production volumes against the backdrop of the implementation of the state program for the development of weapons until 2020, but they are rare. In this regard, experts warn that due to the worsening economic situation, a reduction in the volume of state defense orders is possible.
JSC Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" (part of the Uralvagonzavod corporation, produces artillery weapons) has begun construction of an assembly building, where it plans to produce new product samples. As he told reporters CEO Central Research Institute Georgy Zakamennykh, we're talking about about remotely controlled weapons platforms of a wide range and caliber, about a transport-loading machine for artillery complex"Coalition", 120mm self-propelled artillery piece"Phlox", a number of mortar weapons for mobile units based on the UAZ Cargo passenger car and ATVs. -Investments in the construction of the building are estimated at 2.6 billion rubles, 60% of investments will be budget funding within the framework of the federal target state program for the development of weapons until 2020, 40% will be the enterprise’s own funds. Construction of the facility is scheduled to be completed in November 2017. Production is tentatively scheduled to reach its design capacity in 2018.
The new assembly building is being built as part of the large-scale investment project “Burevestnik”. The first built production and procurement complex was officially opened yesterday. There is a warehouse on this site finished products and components, metal warehouse and production itself. The volume of investment in this project amounted to 1.26 billion rubles.
With the introduction of two new sites, according to Georgy Zakamennykh, the company plans to increase capacity and sales volumes four to five times from the current 4.5 billion rubles. up to 20 billion rubles. by 2020.
Deputy Director of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies Konstantin Makienko believes that the Central Research Institute’s plans to increase product sales volumes five times look very ambitious. “That is, production volumes should grow by 50% annually. The source of such growth, I believe, can only be the state defense order; exports definitely cannot provide such volumes. In general, there are separate precedents for such growth during the implementation of the state arms development program economic entities given, in particular in the field of air defense. But it's very difficult task from organizational, personnel and any other point of view,” says Mr. Makienko. Independent expert on small arms Maxim Pyadushkin agrees that the company, apparently, is counting on an internal customer. “The state defense order has long overtaken the volume of supplies of military products for export, although 10 years ago the situation was the opposite and defense industry enterprises mainly lived by supplying products abroad. Now the Russian military is purchasing all types of weapons, because in the 1990s and early 2000s nothing was purchased and everyone lived on the Soviet stock, which was outdated. Therefore, the task has been set to upgrade weapons by 70%. It can be assumed that due to the difficult economic conditions GOZ volumes will be adjusted, but a sharp reduction is unlikely,” believes Maxim Pyadushkin.
Alexandra Vikulova
Central Research Institute "Burevestnik" was created in 1970 as the leading enterprise for barrel artillery weapons of the ground forces and navy. Since 2009, it has been part of the special equipment division of JSC Research and Production Corporation Uralvagonzavod. According to SPARK, the company’s revenue for 2014 amounted to 4.8 billion rubles, net profit - 437 million rubles.
Basic investment projects have been implemented at the Burevestnik Central Research Institute since 2008. During this time, the institute created a test bench base, a high-performance computing center, and mastered the production of 190 mm (inaccuracy, correct 100mm) ship gun mount and modernized machining production. The total investment in these projects amounted to 1.6 billion rubles.
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