Ukrainian forces destroyed another Russian self-propelled mortar 2S4 Tyulpan. It was eliminated with the help of an FPV drone.
Here’s what we know
Self-propelled mortar ammunition can contain high-explosive mines and live mines. The maximum range is almost 20 kilometers. In the arsenal of the 2S4 Tyulpan there is also a 7.62 mm caliber machine gun.
The FPV drone hit the self-propelled mortar ammunition accurately. The drone was controlled by the operator of the “Asgard” group of the “OCHI” unit.
According to Oryx analysts, Ukrainian forces have destroyed at least 21 2S4 Tyulpans. Another was damaged. Production of the 2S4 began in 1969 and lasted almost 20 years. During this period, fewer than 600 self-propelled mortars were produced.
According to open sources, the Russians have 200 units of 2S4 Tyulpan in stock. Their technical conditions are not specified. At the same time, as of 2023, fewer than four dozen mortars will be in service.
Source: @ssternenko