Russia Patents Wheeled Artillery
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A Russian shipyard supplier has patented a design to put its naval gun on wheels, indicating a potential shift in their artillery program. The design is from the Arsenal Machine-Building Plant, known for manufacturing naval guns like the AK-100 and AK-130. This development suggests a larger program may have stalled, prompting the exploration of alternative applications for their technology.
Why it matters
This patent signals a potential expansion of Russia's artillery capabilities and could indicate a change in their military strategy, highlighting the importance of adaptability in defense technology development.
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