Russia’s WMD receives Shturm-S systems
Artillery units of the Russian armed forces’ Western Military District have received a batch of Shturm-S anti-tank missile systems, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced on 10 May.
More than ten self-propelled systems were delivered to the units to enhance the combat capabilities of the army.
The Shturm-S is capable of locating targets in all weather conditions, terrain and light conditions. It can engage small-sized armoured targets and helicopters in hovering flight, including while on the move.
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