Weapon Equipment Complete Catalog—Russia

Author: Chen Jian
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Publish Date: 2003-04-01
Features: As one of the two superpowers, Russia is one of the world's leading military powers today, and its weapon systems have always maintained a high level of development. The Russian Armed Forces are divided into three major branches: the Ground Forces, the Navy, and the Air Force. Among these, both the Ground Forces and the Navy have independent aviation branches. Notably, the "Scud" missile demonstrated exceptional performance during the Gulf War, showcasing its high operational value. Although Russia's weapon systems are not as advanced as those of the United States, the country continues to focus on developing new armed forces with its own strengths. Its military capabilities are showing new trends, with each branch accelerating the development of advanced equipment. This book primarily focuses on Russia's current main battle equipment while also introducing some new equipment that Russia is currently developing and is scheduled to deploy. It provides a comprehensive overview of Russia's military capabilities.