The SU-152 (Russian: самоходная установка-152, СУ-152, romanized: Samokhodnaya Ustanovka-152) is a Soviet self-propelled heavy howitzer used during World War II. It mounted a 152 mm gun-howitzer on the chassis of a KV-1S heavy tank.

The SU-152 "Taran" was armed with the 152.4 mm M-69 "Taran" rifled gun, with a barrel length of 9,045 mm, fitted with a powerful muzzle brake. With an overall length of about 10 meters, it is the longest gun of any type ever installed in a fully enclosed armoured fighting vehicle .

The SU-152 saw its combat debut in the summer of 1943 at the Battle of Kursk, where it was proven to be equally effective against German tanks and an excellent self-propelled gun. The most active units of SU-152s saw action during the second half of 1943 and early 1944, but their numbers steadily decreased as a result of combat losses, severe ...

The SU-152G (Russian: СУ-152Г, GABTU index "Object 108") was a Soviet experimental 152-mm self-propelled howitzer or Russian: Samokhodnaya Ustanovka, and was designed by OKB-3 of the heavy machine construction division of Uralmash.

Apr 28, 2018 · Assembly of the SU-152, which was the new name of the KV-14 as of this month, was delayed due to a lack of guns and wiring for the Luch ("Beam") lighting system. As a result, only 31 vehicles were accepted by April 24th.

Mar 21, 2021 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Su-152 (Zveroboy) Self-Propelled Heavy Assault Gun / Tank Destroyer including pictures.

From mid-1943, new SU-152 self-propelled guns would receive pintle mounted DShK (Degtyarov-Shpagin Krupnokalibernyj) Model 1938 12.7-millimeter gas-operated, air-cooled heavy machine gun for anti-aircraft defence.

Jul 28, 2024 · The SU-152, often referred to as the “Zveroboy” (Beast Slayer), was a Soviet self-propelled gun that played a significant role during World War II. Designed and built in the early 1940s, this heavy assault vehicle was developed to address the Soviet need for a weapon capable of knocking out heavily fortified German positions and armored ...

Mar 14, 2020 · The SU-152 made its combat debut in July of 1943, at the Battle of Kursk. The 1541st SAP was helf in reserve in the north of the salient, commanded by Guards Major A.F. Sankovskiy. It’s worth remembering that the SU-152 had no AP rounds designed for it, but that did not make the lives of German tankers any easier.

SU-152 Heavy self-propelled artillery mount. During the Great Patirotic War, there were two self-propelled guns with a caliber of 152 mm - SU-152 and ISU-152 .

Die SU-152 (russisch СУ-152) waren sowjetische Selbstfahrlafetten mit einer Haubitze des Kalibers 152,4 mm als Primärwaffe. Die Rote Armee setzte die schweren gepanzerten Kettenfahrzeuge im Deutsch-Sowjetischen Krieg ab 1943 ein. Das Kürzel SU bedeutet „Samochodnaja Ustanowka“ (Selbstfahrlafette).

Il SU 152 Zvierboi era un semovente di artiglieria utilizzato dall'Armata Rossa durante la seconda guerra mondiale. Il mezzo utilizzava lo scafo del carro KV-1S ed era armato con un obice da 152 mm in casamatta. Venne prodotto tra marzo e dicembre del 1943.

The SU-152 (СУ-152) was a Soviet self-propelled heavy howitzer used during World War II. It mounted a 152 mm gun-howitzer on the chassis of a KV-1S heavy tank. Later production used an IS tank chassis and was re-designated ISU-152.

SU-152 of 368th Guard Heavy Artillery Regiment supporting the assault of 4th Guard Tank Corps of 60th Army of 1st Ukrainian Front. Notice a heap of cartridge-cases laying on the vehicle. Lvov. 27 July 1944.

The SU-152 was a self-propelled gun used by the Soviet Union during World War II. The SU-152 was based upon the KV-1 chassis and as such used a single W-2-K Engine to propel itself at speeds of up to 43 km/h on roadways.

Specifications of Soviet SU-152 assault gun. GENERAL DATA; Other Desig­nations: SU-152: Manufac­turer(s) Factory No.100 Kirovskiy Works in Chelyabinsk (ChKZ or Tankograd)

The SU-152 evolved from Soviet experience in fighting German assault guns (StuG series) vehicles and their own projects to come up with alternative uses for the KV frame. Some of these projects involved KV's with multiple 76mm guns, others had 45mm guns.

SU-152 Heavy Assault Gun. Designers: Z. Kotin and N. F. Shashmurin: Manufacturer: Tankograd Complex at Chelyabinsk. Role: Tank Destroyer / Assault Gun. Russian Nickname: Zvierboi (meaning 'animal hunter') Year Adopted: 1943. Weight: 45.5 Tons: Operational Status: Russia - Obsolete Produced from 1943 to 1944. Armament:

USSR SU-152 including a full vehicle details database showing armour thickness, speed and other vehicle characteristics together with weapons and their shell characteristics and penetration figures.

Jun 4, 2019 · Such impressive performances - especially for a battle debut and without any armour-piercing shells ready for it - made the legend of the SU-152, which received the nickname "Zveroboy" or "Beast Hunter" in reference to the animal-based christened German tanks.