Ukraine launches production of large caliber artillery ammunition

UKROBORONPROM SJSHC “Artem” successfully tested 152 mm artillery ammunition of own production. Thus, Ukraine received own production of large caliber artillery ammunition.

That was reported by press service of the UkrOboronProm.

This was stated by Pavlo Bukin, Director General of the State Concern “UkrOboronProm”(UOP), commenting on the results of the tests.

- ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW -

According to him, a new HE projectile is designed to destroy personnel, artillery and firepower of the enemy, as well as fortification structures and objects. It is designed for one of the most far-ranging artillery systems -“Hiatsynt”.

Pavlo Bukin emphasized that other UOP enterprises – besides SJSHC “Artem”- are also engaged in ammunition manufacturing, responsible for initiating agents, explosives and blasting powder.

“The cooperation of UOP enterprises allowed us to master artillery ammunition production in the shortest time possible, to meet the requirements of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This is an important step, increasing the combat capability of the Ukrainian Army,” said Pavlo Bukin.

He informed that artillery projectiles, manufactured at the SJSHC “Artem”, are waiting for a series of tests under the control of the Ministry of Defense representatives. According to test results, serial production will be launched.

The tests were conducted at the military training ground in Chernihiv. The specified characteristics of the projectiles were confirmed during the tests. Ammunition production takes place within the framework of the target program, approved by the President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko.

Photo by Oleg Katkov, UkrOboronProm
Photo by Oleg Katkov, UkrOboronProm
Photo by Oleg Katkov, UkrOboronProm

If you would like to show your support for what we are doing, here's where to do it.

If you wish to report grammatical or factual errors within our news articles, you can let us know by using the online feedback form.

Executive Editor

About author:

Dylan Malyasov
Dylan Malyasov
Dylan Malyasov is the editor-in-chief of Defence Blog. He is a journalist, an accredited defense advisor, and a consultant. His background as a defense advisor and consultant adds a unique perspective to his journalistic endeavors, ensuring that his reporting is well-informed and authoritative. read more

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

TRENDING NOW

Roshel’s new armored vehicles enter full production

Roshel Defence, a prominent name in the smart armored vehicle industry, has unveiled two new models now entering full production: the Senator Medical Evacuation...