“Omsktransmash” (enters the “Uralvagonzavod” concern “ROSTEKH”) is preparing the modernization of the heavy flame retardant system of TOS-1A “Suns”. The car will receive new electronic systems and improved security, reports TASS with reference to the general director of the enterprise Igor Lobov.
The Russian system, which the National Interest edition called “weapons from the horror movie,” will receive new means of communication and fire management, he noted. Upgraded TOS-1A will also increase security.
According to the head of “Omsktransmash”, the completion of the work on modernization is the “issue of the near time.” The forehead added that the “sun” retains relevance – the machine optimally combines the cost and efficiency, which causes its demand.
For the first time on the modernization of the flame retardant systems of TOS-1 “Pinocchio” and TOS-1A “Suns” became known last year. Izvestia, referring to the sources in the Ministry of Defense, reported that the machines will receive improved security and new ammunition, which will ensure the range of shooting up to 14 kilometers.
TOS-1A “Suns” was developed in 2001. System machines are based on the T-72A Tank Chassis. “Sun” received 24 guides, which enjoy unmanaged rocket shells of a 220 millimeter caliber. Amusement with thermobaric filler can hit targets at a distance of six thousand meters.