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UR-77 Meteorit


 

UR-77 Meteorit

Mine-clearing engineer tracked armored vehicle - Russia

 
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Description

The UR-77 Meteorit is a Russian mine-clearing vehicle designed to create safe paths through minefields for infantry and other vehicles. The UR-77 is based on the chassis of the 2S1 tracked self-propelled howitzer and is equipped with a rocket-propelled explosive line charge system called the MDK-3. The mine-clearing system works by launching a line charge filled with explosives over a minefield. Once the line charge is in place, it is detonated, creating a shockwave and blast pressure that either neutralizes or detonates any mines within the vicinity of the explosion. This method effectively creates a safe path through the minefield for troops and vehicles to pass.
The UR-77 has been in service since the late 1970s and has seen action in various conflicts, including the Soviet-Afghan War, the First and Second Chechen Wars, and the Syrian Civil War. It is still in use today by the Russian military and has also been exported to other countries.
The UR-77 has undergone some modifications and improvements throughout its service life, with newer versions being more capable and efficient in mine-clearing operations. Overall, the UR-77 has proven to be an effective and reliable tool for mine-clearing tasks, significantly reducing the risk faced by soldiers and vehicles when navigating through mine-infested areas.

UR-77 Meteorit variants:

- No variants at this time. 


Technical Data

 
Armament
The primary function of the UR-77 Meteorit is mine-clearing, so its main "armament" is the MDK-3 mine-clearing line charge system. However, the UR-77 is not intended to be a heavily armed combat vehicle. Its primary purpose is to create safe paths through minefields rather than engage in direct combat with enemy forces. The UR-77 is equipped with a roof-mounted launcher for two-line charges. The launcher is mounted on top of the hull towards the rear and can be elevated and rotated to launch the line charges over minefields.
The MDK-3 system uses a rocket-propelled line charge filled with explosives. The line charge is housed in a long, flexible tube, which is uncoiled and laid out before the launch. Once the launcher is aimed, the rocket propels the line charge across the minefield, with the explosive-filled tube being uncoiled in the process. When the line charge lands on the ground, it creates a linear pattern of explosives across the minefield. After the line charge is in place, it is remotely detonated, creating a shockwave and blast pressure that either neutralizes or detonates any mines within the vicinity of the explosion. The resulting cleared path allows troops and vehicles to safely pass through the minefield. With a single line charge, the UR-77 can effectively clear a corridor that is 6 meters wide and 90 meters long. The vehicle carries two line charges, allowing it to clear a total of 180 meters of mine-infested terrain while maintaining a 6-meter-wide cleared path.
The UR-77 can also be armed with a 7.62mm PKT machine gun for self-defense, typically mounted on the roof of the vehicle.
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Design and protection
The UR-77 is based on a tracked chassis, providing good mobility and the ability to traverse various types of terrain. The chassis design is similar to the 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer and the MT-LB multipurpose tracked carrier. The vehicle has a box-shaped armored hull that provides protection to the crew from small arms fire and shell splinters. The hull has a sloped front section, which helps deflect enemy fire. Operated by a crew of two, including a driver and operator, the UR-77 vehicle provides armor protection for the crew. The steel armor shields them from small arms fire and shell splinters. The crew compartment is located at the front of the vehicle, with a driver's position on the left side and an operator's position on the right. Both crew members have access to hatches on the roof for entry and exit, as well as periscopes for visibility when operating under armor protection.
Mobility
The UR-77 is based on a tracked chassis, providing good mobility and the ability to traverse various types of terrain. The chassis design is similar to the 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer and the MT-LB multipurpose tracked carrier. The vehicle can reach a top road speed of 62 km/h and 5 km/h while afloat. It has a maximum cruising range of 500 km and a power-to-weight ratio of 19.3 hp/ton. The vehicle is capable of crossing various obstacles, such as vertical obstacles of up to 0.7 meters, and trenches of up to 2.2 meters. It can also negotiate a gradient of 35°.
Combat Equipment
The UR-77 is fitted with radio communication systems to maintain contact with other units and commands during mine-clearing operations. The driver and operator have access to periscopes for visibility when operating under armor protection. Additionally, the vehicle may be equipped with night vision devices for operations in low-light conditions. The UR-77 features an NBC protection system to ensure the safety of the crew in contaminated environments. The vehicle is also equipped with a fire suppression system to minimize the risk of fire-related incidents and protect the crew. The vehicle may be equipped with recovery equipment, such as towing cables and hooks, to assist in recovery missions or help other vehicles in need.

Specifications

Armament Armor
Machine gun 7.62 or MDK-3 mine-clearing line charge system Protection against the firing of small arms and artillery shell splinters
Country users Weight
Azerbaijan, Moldavia, Russia, Syria, Ukraine 15,500 kg
Designer Country Speed
Russia 62 km/h
Combat Equipment Range
Radio and communication systems, night and day vision, fire suppression system, NBC protection system 500 km
Crew Dimensions
2 Length: 7.86 m; Width: 2.85 m; Height: 2.53 m

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