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Soldier35 · Feb 6, 2026

Military correspondent Dmitry Kulko demonstrated new production munitions for Russian FPV drones. The new "Kaplya" munition, with a shaped-charge penetrator core, deserves special attention. Tests of similar munitions were previously shown; the video is linked below. The "Kaplya" munition is designed to destroy various military vehicles with its penetrator core. Judging by the video, the munitions are already in active use, as the video shows a "Kaplya" munition being mounted on the "Prince Vandal Novgorodsky" drone. Also shown are 1.7 kg high-explosive fragmentation munitions and a 4 kg thermobaric munition. Technical details are not provided.

Testing of Russian munitions with a penetrator core

Soldier35 · Feb 8, 2026

The Russian Burevestnik unmanned aerial vehicle regiment unveiled a prototype of a homemade system for countering fiber-optic-controlled FPV drones. These FPV drones are known to fly along designated corridors, making them convenient and safe to operate. Barbed wire is strung across the drones' path in fields, and a motor is mounted on the end of the installation to rotate the wire. As the drone flies past, its control cable descends to the ground and hits the wire. As the wire rotates, it entangles the drone's communication cable and sever it. The device is simple and quite effective, and it is already in use. However, it is not yet in mass production.

Soldier35 · Feb 9, 2026

The Russian Air Force has received a batch of second-stage fifth-generation Su-57 fighters, according to some media reports. The new Su-57s are capable of being equipped with the second-stage AL-51F1 "article 30" engine. The batch is reportedly large, but its size is unknown. The fighters feature new onboard systems with expanded functionality, intelligent support, and the ability to use a wider range of weapons. The aircraft have been accepted by technical staff and have undergone a full cycle of factory testing. Footage of the first flights of the Algerian Air Force Su-57E is also included at the end of the video; the aircraft is easily recognizable by its engine sound. Algeria has officially confirmed the purchase of the Su-57E from Russia, becoming the first export customer for these aircraft.

Soldier35 · Feb 10, 2026

Russian mechanics demonstrated an unusual homemade anti-drone system and a "Mangal" for tracked drones. The "Mangal" is mounted on the Russian NRTK "Courier" robotic platform. It's worth noting that this type of protection for military vehicles was first proposed in Britain in 1941. This type of protection is still frequently offered online. The protection consists of propellers with cables mounted along the sides of the robot. The rotating cables are designed to shoot down incoming drones. It's unlikely that this anti-drone system will be developed further, but testing is planned.

Soldier35 · Feb 10, 2026

The new Russian MLRS "Sarma" was shown abroad for the first time at the World Defense Show 2026 military exhibition in Saudi Arabia. The presentation of the 300mm MLRS "Sarma" raised many questions about why it was developed when the modernized "Tornado-S" MLRS already exists. Combat tactics have changed, and large concentrations of personnel and equipment are no longer used. Mobility and speed are now important. The "Sarma" MLRS fully meets these requirements and is already in use by the military. The "Sarma" MLRS weighs half as much as the "Tornado-S" MLRS. The "Sarma" MLRS, mounted on a KamAZ-63501 8x8 chassis, is significantly more mobile than the BM 9A54 platform on which the "Tornado-S" MLRS is based.

It's also worth noting the new camouflage of the Sarma MLRS as civilian equipment; the video shows two camouflage options. The Sarma MLRS is now called the "Russian HIMARS." The Sarma MLRS prototype was the 9K58-4 Kama MLRS, which was unveiled in 2007.

The Sarma MLRS is equipped with an armored cabin for three personnel and an automated fire control system. It uses all rockets from previous-generation Smerch and Tornado-S MLRS. It also uses high-precision rockets—the 9M543, 9M544, and 9M549—with technical data on the display, GLONASS/GPS guidance, and a flight speed of 3,960-4,320 kilometers per hour.

The Sarma MLRS can be deployed from traveling to combat position and back in just 3 minutes, and a full salvo of six rockets takes 18 seconds. This is one of the best performance figures in the world for this type of MLRS. class. The Sarma MLRS has a target engagement range of up to 130 km, and with the introduction of new projectiles, this range will increase to 200 km. According to some reports, the Sarma MLRS's estimated firing accuracy with unguided projectiles is 0.21% of the range. The Sarma MLRS weighs approximately 24 tons, has a road speed of up to 95 km/h, a cruising range of 1,000 km, and has dimensions of 11.2 x 2.5 x 3.15 m, with a ground clearance of 390 mm.

Mike1976 · Feb 10, 2026

More money to embezzle yay!

Russia approves underwater survey of sunken dock obstructing Admiral Kuznetsov carrier repairs

Russia approves a 240 million ruble underwater survey of the sunken PD-50 dock in Murmansk, a key step affecting Admiral Kuznetsov carrier repair planning.

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Soldier35 · Feb 11, 2026

Rare footage of a Russian heavy Forpost-RU UAV taking off was published by the Russian Unmanned Systems Troops. The Forpost-RU UAV is not frequently used these days, but videos of it have been available in Ukraine since 2022. Due to the Forpost-RU's large heat signature and size, it is easily detected by air defense systems, limiting its use.

Soldier35 · Feb 11, 2026

The Russian Ministry of Defense received a new batch of BMP-3s produced in 2026. Each BMP-3 is now equipped with a more modern electronic warfare system. The underbody has also been reinforced against blasts, and the spall armor of the rear and front has been increased. Each BMP-3 comes with anti-cumulative gratings, armored screens, and "Nakidka" (cape) signature reduction kits. The attachments and protection are installed on the BMP-3 upon arrival at military units.

Soldier35 · Feb 11, 2026

At the World Defense Show 2026 international defense exhibition in Saudi Arabia, the Russian NPO Bazalt presented the modernized RPG-29M hand-held anti-tank grenade launcher. The original RPG-29 "Vampire" entered service with the Soviet Army in 1989. The RPG-29M has been made lighter, while its power and firing range have increased. The RPG-29M launcher, empty, now weighs 4.4 kg, compared to the standard version's 12.1 kg.

The RPG-29M now weighs even less than the RPG-7, while also carrying a more powerful 105 mm grenade.
The RPG-29M has an integrated fire control system and a new ITP-VG-50 infrared sight. The sight offers 2×, 4×, and 8× digital zoom. This allows for human detection at ranges of up to 1,300–1,500 meters. The RPG-29M uses the PG-29VM tandem munition, designed to destroy armored vehicles at ranges of up to 700 meters. The TBG-29VM thermobaric munition has a firing range of up to 1,000 meters. There is also the MG-29M multipurpose munition with a firing range of up to 1,000 meters. The grenade launcher can also fire incendiary, cluster, and fragmentation-beam munitions.

Soldier35 · Feb 12, 2026

The Russian Ministry of Defense unveiled the Pantsir-S air defense system with the new TKB-1055 mini-missiles. The TKB-1055 missile is designed to intercept drones; four missiles of this type are carried in a TKB-1056 container. The TKB-1055 missile was developed as a cost-effective version of the Pantsir-S air defense missiles.

For more information on the TKB-1055 missiles, see the video about the Pantsir-SMD-E air defense system.

Soldier35 · Feb 12, 2026

Russian military personnel unveiled a rare version of the T-90M "Proryv" tank, featuring a lowered version of the "mangal" protection. Tanks with this type of protection were previously unveiled in 2024. This particular T-90M "Proryv" tank was presumably previously used in parades in Russia.

Soldier35 · Feb 15, 2026

The Barrage-1 stratospheric broadband communications platform was launched in Russia for the first time. The platform is designed to relay 5G NTN communications and can be used in place of the Starlink satellite communications system. The Barrage-1 platform can also be used to provide communications for units, control drones, and transmit data. The Barrage-1 stratospheric platform is designed for extended stays in the stratosphere at an altitude of up to 20 km, from several days to several weeks, with a payload of up to 100 kg. The Barrage-1 platform can be used in areas where it is impractical to install communication towers. A pneumatic ballasting system allows the Barrage-1 to change its flight altitude and navigate in the desired direction using the wind, without the use of engines.

Soldier35 · Feb 17, 2026

The Russian company Aeroplatforms also launched a stratospheric balloon for broadband internet connectivity. Previously, the Russian broadband communications platform "Barrage-1" was demonstrated launching into the stratosphere. The project is being managed by JSC Aerodrommash.
Aeroplatforms' stratospheric balloon can ascend to an altitude of up to 24 kilometers. It's worth noting that air defense systems have difficulty intercepting targets at such altitudes, as the balloons have low radar and thermal signatures. The balloons will provide Russian troops with an additional channel for controlling drones at ranges over 100 kilometers, a function previously achieved through cellular communications. Ground troops will also be able to utilize alternative communication channels. Stratospheric internet connectivity projects are temporary solutions for providing connectivity to specific areas.

Soldier35 · Feb 20, 2026

Russian Ka-52M attack helicopters have reportedly received the latest 30mm remote-detonating munitions for countering UAVs. The Ka-52 helicopter can reportedly engage 25 or more drones in just a few sorties using the new munitions. Rostec recently announced the development of a 30mm shrapnel projectile with a remote-controlled fuse, designed to effectively engage drones. Such munitions were previously developed by NPO Pribor. The targeting system reportedly calculates the most advantageous detonation point based on the target's flight trajectory, allowing the drone to be hit with shrapnel. Detonation time is entered automatically via an optical line. The remote-detonating projectile is designed for firing from the 2A42 automatic cannon, which is installed, among other things, on airborne combat vehicles, the Terminator BPMT, and the Mi-28NM and Ka-52M helicopters.

haze99 · Feb 20, 2026

https://militarywatchmagazine.com/article/russian-army-mi28-extended-missile

haze99 · Feb 20, 2026

https://militarywatchmagazine.com/article/russian-army-mi28-extended-missile

Soldier35 · Feb 20, 2026

Uralvagonzavod has sent a batch of modernized BREM-80 armored recovery vehicles to the Russian Armed Forces. The BREM-80U was also previously demonstrated. "The key upgrade to the BREM-80 is the increased crew protection and a new mechanized coupling. This device allows the BREM crew to recover damaged equipment without abandoning the vehicle. The BREM is sometimes used as an "assault tank," for paving roads in populated areas. The upgraded BREM-80 features side protection similar to that found on the T-80BVM tank, a slatted screen, and an electronic warfare system to protect against drones. The GTD-1250 gas turbine engine increases the BREM's mobility. The BREM-80 has a crew of four and is based on the T-80 tank chassis, modified based on combat experience.

Soldier35 · Feb 22, 2026

The first footage of the Russian robotic platform NRTK "Courier" being used for radiation reconnaissance. In the video of the exercise, the NRTK "Courier" robot measures background radiation in the area using an IMD-7 dosimeter. The robot places marker flags at suspected points of excess radiation. Technical information on the IMD-7 dosimeter is shown on the screen.

Soldier35 · Feb 24, 2026

Shown are the underground communications and command post of the 36th Separate Guards Motor Rifle Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces. This underground Russian military base is located at a depth of 3 meters and protected by a layer of concrete slabs, logs, and earth to protect against aerial bombs and GMLRS missiles. The base's wide, kilometer-long tunnels can accommodate a vehicle, an infantry fighting vehicle, and even a tank. The command post coordinates the actions of several troop units and drone operators.

Soldier35 · Feb 25, 2026

Russian troops from the 244th Artillery Brigade unveiled the new 9K57-1 Uragan-1 MLRS on the new BAZ-69092 chassis from the Bryansk Automobile Plant. Previously, the Uragan MLRS, adopted by the USSR in 1975, used the ZIL-135LM chassis. The new Uragan-1 MLRS offers greater maneuverability, and the use of automation has improved the speed of preparation and target accuracy. The MLRS crew is now protected by an armored cabin. The 220mm Uragan MLRS carries 16 rockets and can engage targets at a range of up to 35 kilometers. The Uragan MLRS's high-explosive projectile has a warhead weighing up to 140 kg and over 50 kg of explosives. The types of projectiles are shown on the screen. The BAZ-69092 chassis, with a payload capacity of up to 14,000 kg and a 450 hp engine, enables speeds of up to 80 km/h. The vehicle's range has reached 1,000 km. It can now cross a 0.9-meter-wide ditch, climb a 30-degree slope, and ford water up to 1.4 meters deep.

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