Gvozdika: Soviet-era Howitzer still packs a punch on Ukraine frontline

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Published on December 14, 2023 1:00:01 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BY2YbSCVI4

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The 2S1 Gvozdika, which means Carnation in English, is a 122mm self-propelled turreted howitzer that's mounted on a tracked armoured chassis.

The powerful vehicle has a crew of four and is amphibious, while its main gun has a range of 15.2 kilometres.

This Soviet-era vehicle which is currently being used by both sides in the Ukraine conflict.

More: https://www.forces.net/technology/weapons-and-kit/gvozdika-soviet-era-howitzer-used-russia-and-ukraine

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