The 2S7 Pion ("peony") or 2S7M Malka is a Soviet self-propelled 203 mm cannon. "2S7" is its GRAU designation. More than 250 units were built; some sources say 500, [1] others up to 1,000. [4] They were distributed around the former Soviet …

Recognizing the central role fires has played in the Ukraine war, Russia has begun fielding new artillery brigades with the 2S7 Pion, a large-caliber self-propelled artillery system. The 2S7...

Sep 14, 2022 · The 2S7 Pion, or Malka, is a Soviet-made self-propelled 203 mm gun intended to suppress rear line posts, destroy critical facilities, and as a means of a nuclear attack in a tactical depth of 47 km. It was widely used in the Soviet Union (SSSR) and has been dubbed the “most powerful howitzer in the world.”

Jan 12, 2025 · The 2S7 Pion M-1975 (Soviet name SO-203) is a tracked 203mm self-propelled gun designed and manufactured by the Russian defense industry. The 2S7 chassis was developed by the Kirov Factory under the designation of the Obiekt 216, with the gun and mount being developed by the Barrikady plant.

The 2S7 Pion is a massive tracked self-propelled howitzer. The chassis is based on the T-80 main battle tank. The 2S7 is fitted with a 203mm L/56 2A44 howitzer.

Oct 10, 2024 · Unveil the secrets of the 2S7 Pion artillery system, including its nuclear capability, long-range power, and modern uses in warfare. Click to learn more!

The 2S7 Pion ("peony") or Malka is a Soviet self-propelled gun. "2S7" is its GRAU designation. It was identified for the first time in 1975 in the Soviet Army and so was called M-1975 by NATO (the 2S4 Tyulpan also received the M-1975 designation), whereas its …

The 2S7 was intended to suppress rear line posts, destroy critical facilities and as a means of nuclear attack in a tactical depth of 47 km. It takes 5 to 6 minutes to come into action and 3 to 5 minutes to come out of action.

Jun 23, 2024 · According to Andrii Kobzar, currently, the 2S7 Pion guns use 203mm rounds provided by the United States of America. However, the U.S. did not hand any propellant charges alongside the projectiles, so the Ukrainians were forced to …

The 2S7 Pion ("peony") or 2S7M Malka is a Soviet self-propelled 203 mm cannon. "2S7" is its GRAU designation. More than 250 units were built; some sources say 500, [1] others up to 1,000. [4] They were distributed around the former Soviet …