Russia’s Monster Mortar in Ukraine has an Achilles’ Heel
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has once again brought the spotlight on Russia’s advanced weaponry, particularly its so-called “monster mortar,” the 2S4 Tyulpan. This massive self-propelled mortar has long been a symbol of Russia’s military might, but recent events in Ukraine have revealed a critical weakness in its armor.
The 2S4 Tyulpan, also known as the “Tulip,” is a 240mm self-propelled mortar that is designed to provide long-range fire support to ground forces. With a range of up to 20 kilometers and the ability to fire a variety of ammunition types, including high-explosive, smoke, and cluster munitions, the Tyulpan is a formidable weapon on the battlefield.
However, recent reports from Ukraine have shown that the monster mortar’s Achilles’ heel lies in its mobility. Despite its impressive firepower, the Tyulpan is a cumbersome and slow-moving vehicle, making it an easy target for Ukrainian forces equipped with modern anti-tank missiles and artillery.
In a recent battle near the town of Avdiivka, Ukrainian forces managed to destroy several 2S4 Tyulpan mortars using anti-tank guided missiles, effectively neutralizing the threat posed by these massive weapons. The videos of these successful attacks have since gone viral on social media, highlighting the vulnerabilities of Russia’s once-feared monster mortar.
The 2S4 Tyulpan’s lack of mobility not only makes it an easy target for enemy forces but also limits its effectiveness in modern warfare. In a dynamic battlefield environment where speed and maneuverability are key, the slow-moving Tyulpan is at a significant disadvantage.
Furthermore, the monster mortar’s size and weight also make it difficult to transport and deploy, making it less adaptable to different combat scenarios. This is in stark contrast to modern artillery systems used by NATO and other Western powers, which prioritize mobility and rapid deployment.
The vulnerability of Russia’s 2S4 Tyulpan in Ukraine serves as a reminder that even the most advanced weapons can have weaknesses that can be exploited by resourceful and determined adversaries. As the conflict in Ukraine continues, it is clear that the monster mortar’s Achilles’ heel has been exposed, posing a significant challenge for Russia’s military capabilities in the region.
In conclusion, while the 2S4 Tyulpan may have once been a symbol of Russia’s military might, recent events in Ukraine have shown that it has a critical Achilles’ heel. Its lack of mobility and vulnerability to modern anti-tank weapons make it a liability on the battlefield, highlighting the importance of adaptability and innovation in modern warfare.
Great piece of kit. Makes you wonder though whether the Russians really need the 160mm mortar in addition to the 203mm mortar, on top of their 120mm & 82mm mortars & excellent gun-mortars. If your MIC can build, operate, supply & maintain all these systems, well then bully for you, I guess. In the Soviet way of doing things, these 203mms go in Front-level Heavy Artillery Brigades, which the Russians of late seem to be reconstituting. If & when it's "Breakthrough Time", the poor old conscripts in the trenches will be hearing from these.
Its Achilles heel is the very fact its russian
More like a siege gun then an assault or support weapon
That is garbage from Moskovia.Don't have GPS,not precise,slow and very bad weapon.
Another pointless report.
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So the Achilles' heel is the same for any other vehicle/plane/ship/weapon – it can be destroyed. Shocking discovery.
Seige weapon
It has tracks that any anti tank projectiles can penetrate
The operator is fuelled by vodka !
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Breech loaded mortars are fantastic for siege warfare, and nothing else. On a kinetic battlefield they are extremely vulnerable.
I could see this being used in combined arms or in a urban areas were you can hind but this seems like a pretty big target for artilerary on the battlefield.
This is the notorious Monster from hell cannon, 240MM shells, Pure Terror, Ukraineians biggest fear is this artillery gun. This is the cannon Ukraine has placed the highest priority of locating , Once located they place the highest priority at annihilating. WE've witnessed a few bids showing the Tuplan being hit by various weapons. The shells weigh a ton and its not a easy system to supply and maintain. Its a big heavy system and not good for traveling in snow/muddy roads. It will be difficult for russia to hide this big cannon when snows are highlighting the big monster's position. Top priority for Ukraine is to seek this cannon and annihilate.
This is some orky Dakka BOYZ!!!!
350 in storage? Yea phukin right
Wouldnt want to be within a mile of that impact 😮
Does Tyulpan translate as "drone bait"? 🤣
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