In the ongoing conflict, Ukraine continues to impress with its innovative use of military technology.
Recently, Ukrainian artillery units have achieved a remarkable feat. Using the Polish-made Krab self-propelled howitzer, they successfully hit targets as far as 70 km away, reports WPTech.
This was made possible by a "mysterious guided missile" that significantly extends the range of the weapon.
The artillery's success has sparked discussion about the role of Vulcano ammunition. As suggested by reports, the Krab’s impressive range could be attributed to the use of these advanced projectiles.
The Polish army is reportedly working on integrating Vulcano missiles with the Krab howitzer to enhance its capabilities.
Representatives from Leonardo, the company behind Vulcano ammunition, have confirmed that talks are underway about range tests.
These tests aim to evaluate how well the Krab performs with the new missile type.
There is also speculation that some of the shooting tests may already have been conducted in real combat situations.
Ukrainian soldiers are believed to have fired Vulcano projectiles from Krab units sent to the front lines earlier this year.
Even though this development is still labeled as experimental, the results have been promising.
If confirmed, the Krab howitzer’s range of 70 km would be twice that of standard artillery shells.
Vulcano missiles, depending on the type of gun used, can achieve impressive distances. For shorter-barreled guns, the range reaches up to 50 km.
However, longer barrels like those on the Krab, with 52-caliber guns, can reach targets up to 70-80 km away.
The design of the Vulcano missile contributes to its impressive range. The projectiles are smaller than standard 155 mm shells and are encased in a sabot that fits the gun.
Once fired, the sabot falls away, leaving a lighter, faster-moving missile. The Vulcano projectiles also use an advanced guidance system with GPS and INS, ensuring high accuracy, with a margin of error as low as 2-3 meters.
This technology is helping Ukraine’s artillery hit targets further and with greater precision.
