2S1 Gvozdika
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The 2S1 Gvozdika is a Soviet self-propelled howitzer introduced in 1972 and is in service in Russia and other countries as of 2026. It is based on the MT-LBu multi-purpose chassis, mounting a 122 mm 2
6742 Moscow Poklonnaya Hill Tank
Serbian Army 2S1 Gvozdika modernized
Polish Land Forces 2S1 Gvozdika at artillery range
Romanian Model 89, using the 2S1's turret on the MLI-84's chassis
122 mm howitzer 2A18 (D-30)
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The 122-mm howitzer D-30 is a Soviet howitzer that first entered service in 1960. It is a robust piece that focuses on the essential features of a towed field gun suitable for all conditions. The D-30
2S1 Gvozdika
…howitzer introduced in 1972 and is in service in Russia and other countries as of 2026. It is based on the MT-LBu multi-purpose chassis, mounting a 122 mm 2A18 howitzer. "2S1" is its GRAU designation. An alternative Russian designation is SAU-122, but in the Russian Army it is commonly known as Gvozdika. The…
D-30A in Afghan service
Finnish D-30 in direct fire during a training exercise
Afghan National Army 205th Corps D-30 shooting indirect fire mission, Zabul Province, September 2009
D-30 122 mm howitzer