2S31 Vena
Self-propelled mortar
Maximum speed The 2S31 Vena (Russian: "2С31 Вена") is a Russian amphibious self-propelled 120 mm mortar system. "2S31" is its GRAU designation.
Description
The 2S31 consists of a 120mm 2A80 rifled gun-mortar mounted on the chassis of the BMP-3 infantry combat vehicle.[1] It was developed by Joint Stock Venture "Plants of Motovilikha" (Russian: ОАО "Мотовилихинские заводы"). The 2S31's turret is equipped with digital automated fire control system, navigation system, and optical/electronic reconnaissance and target acquisition system. Its 2A80 gun-mortar is capable of launching a high-explosive mortar projectile with a maximum range of 18,000 m (20,000 yd).[1] The vehicle is protected by a welded aluminium hull to protect against small arms fire and shrapnel.[2] It can also fire armour-piercing projectiles that can penetrate up to 650 mm (26 in) of steel plate at ranges of up to 1 km (0.62 mi). A separate sighting system is used when engaging in direct fire mode.[3]
Service history
Reportedly first combat use of Vena was during Second Nagorno-Karabakh War.[4]
In September 2023 Vena appeared in Vesti program during the report about Russian troops fighting near Bakhmut, confirming its use during Russian invasion of Ukraine.[5]
Current operators
See also
- 2S9 Nona
References
- ^ a b c d Foss, Christopher (10 May 2016). "SOFEX 2016 - Russia shows firepower [SOFEX16D1]". London: Jane's Information Group. Archived from the original on 22 December 2016. Retrieved 29 September 2016.
- ^ 2S31 Vena Self-propelled mortar carrier armoured vehicle, Army Recognition, retrieved 16/02/2021
- ^ 2S31 Vena Self-Propelled Gun, Global Security.org, retrieved 16/02/2021
- ^ "Одна из лучших легких САУ в мире - 2С31 прошла боевую проверку в Карабахе". vestnik-rm.ru. Retrieved 1 November 2023.
- ^ "Новая российская автоматизированная самоходка 2С31 "Вена" замечена в зоне СВО". Российская газета (in Russian). 15 September 2023. Retrieved 1 November 2023.
- ^ "List Of Russian Army Equipment Not Yet Destroyed In Ukraine".
External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to 2S31 Vena.
- 2S31 Vena Technical Data Sheet - specifications - pictures - video
- Description at the website of its manufacturer
- 2S31 Offered to Venezuela
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