2S3 Akatsiya

 

The Russian self-propelled howitzer 2S3 Akatsiya

 

 

     The 2S3 Akatsiya is a Russian self-propelled howitzer. It was developed in the Soviet Union during the 60’s by UZTM Uraltransmash. The 2S3 Akatsiya was put into service in 1971.
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Armament
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Gun : 2A33 152 mm (40-46)
Machine gun: PKT 7.62 mm (1500)
Range : 17.4 km / 20.5 km assisted projectiles
Rate of fire : 3-4
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Specifications
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Crew : 4
Powertrain : V-59U, 780 hp
Speed : 60 km/h
Weight : 27.5 t
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Dimensions
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Length : 6.97 m
Length with barrel : 7.76 m
Width : 3.25 m
Height : 3.05 m
Elevation : -4°/+60°