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Work is undergoing to develop the 2K25 Krasnopol precision-guided artillery round, CEO of Russia’s defense giant Kalashnikov Concern, Vladimir Lepin, said in an interview with Kalashnikov magazine published on July 28.
Lepin said that the artillery round will get an extended firing range, greater firepower and higher firing efficiency after its upgrade.
“Today we are at the final stage of the experimental design work on the modern modification of the Krasnopol precision-guided shell, under which the Kalashnikov Group of Companies will make basic assemblies and units for the munition,” the chief executive said. “The upgrade will increase the new system’s firing range, substantially boost the probability of striking a small-size target with a single shot, enhance the warhead’s firepower and raise the efficiency of fire under clouds and strong wind conditions.”
The Krasnopol, which is guided by a semi-active laser, can be fired by most 152 mm or 155 mm artillery guns. The current versions of the round have a range of 20 to 30 kilometer. The round is armed with a high-explosive warhead that weights between 6.50 and 11 kilograms, depending on the version.
A land-based laser designator is usually used to illuminate targets for Krasnopol rounds. However, drones equipped with designators can be also used for that task.
The Russian military and its allies have been using Krasnopol rounds in Syria for the last few years with much success. Krasnopol rounds are also being extensively used in Ukraine, where the Russian military is conducting a special operation.
The Krasnopol was designed to enable the Russian military to engage targets with from a safe-distance with high-precision. The development of the system will greatly enhance the firepower of Russian artillery.
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