SU-152
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The SU-152 was a Soviet heavy self-propelled gun used during World War II.
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History
The SU-152 was a self-propelled 152-mm gun-howitzer, on the chassis of a KV-1S heavy tank. Because of its ability to take out German Tigers, Panthers, and Elefants, it was nicknamed Zvierboy – "Animal Hunter".
Variants
Initially the SU-152 had no machine gun, but later a 12.7 mm DShK was added on an anti-aircraft mount.
Combat History
Produced during 1943 as an immediate response to the German Panther tank and Tiger tank this 152 mm gun was a highly effective antitank gun. It fired a very large shell, making it an effective weapon against infantry too. It was employed to provide long-range cover fire for tanks, particularly against German heavy tanks and strongpoints.
Characteristics
- Role: self-propelled assault gun
- Power plant: V-2K diesel, 450 kW (600 hp)
- Speed: road 43 km/h
- Range:
- Length: 8.95 m
- Width: 3.25 m
- Height: 2.45 m
- Weight: 45.5 tonnes
- Crew: 5
- Armament: 152 mm ML-20 Model 1927 gun-howitzer, with 20 rounds
- Armour: 60 mm front and sides
External links
- "The SU-152 Heavy Assault Gun (http://www.battlefield.ru/su152.html)". Photo gallery at www.battlefield.ru. Retrieved April 19, 2005.