Russian air defense systems hit hard by drone assaults
In recent days, Russian forces have lost several valuable artillery systems. According to the military, soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Assault Brigade successfully struck the 9K22 Tunguska self-propelled anti-aircraft artillery system using an FPV drone. Other units attacked the Buk-M3 and Osa-AKM anti-aircraft systems.
Russian forces are losing significant amounts of valuable military equipment in the fighting in Ukraine. Recent reports indicate that soldiers from the Separate Airborne Assault Brigade in the Kursk region attacked the 9K22 Tunguska system. Meanwhile, the Security Service of Ukraine struck the Osa-AKM self-propelled anti-aircraft missile system.
The attacks were executed using FPV (First Person View) drones. Additionally, the Ukrainian Separate Unmanned Systems Battalion and the 78th Separate Airborne Regiment utilized the HIMARS system to strike the Buk-M3 surface-to-air missile system. These losses are severe because each system plays a crucial role in the Russian military.
Russian losses on the front
The 9K22 Tunguska is a Russian-origin self-propelled anti-aircraft artillery system designed to defend against low-flying aircraft, helicopters, and drones. It combines automatic cannons and missiles, providing high flexibility in combat operations. It is equipped with two 30 mm cannons and eight 9M311 missiles, capable of destroying targets within a range of approximately 5 miles. It also features an advanced radar system that detects targets up to 12 miles away.
The Osa-AKM is another Russian anti-aircraft system that has gained significant popularity in many armies worldwide. Its short-range missile system protects against aircraft, helicopters, and guided missiles. Each Osa-AKM unit operates independently and is equipped with its built-in target detection radar. This allows it to detect targets up to 19 miles away and destroy them within about 9 miles.
The Buk-M3 is an advanced medium-range missile system designed to combat various aerial targets, including aircraft, drones, and ballistic missiles. Developed from older versions of the Buk system, the Buk-M3 incorporates the latest technologies, making it one of the most effective air defense systems. It can engage targets up to 43 miles away, with an advanced guidance system ensuring high-precision targeting.
