2S40 Floks Russian 6x6 120mm Self-Propelled Mortar System
2S40 Floks
Self-Propelled Mortar (SPM)
Other
Basic Information
Name
2S40 Floks Russian 6x6 120mm Self-Propelled Mortar System
Designation
2S40 Floks
Alternate Designation
2S40 Floks
Equipment Type
Self-Propelled Mortar (SPM)
Manufacturer
The system was developed by the Central Scientific Research Institute Burevestnik which is formally a part of the Uralvagonzavod armor-making corporation.
Date of Introduction
2023
Description
The 2S40 Floks Russian 6x6 120mm Self-Propelled Mortar System is a Russian-made 120mm gun installed on the armored Ural-4320 truck with a 6x6 wheel configuration. The main feature of the 2S40 Floks is its semi-automatic rifled gun that can fire all types of mortar shells and artillery rounds in the 120mm caliber.
Ground Specifications
Crew
4
Mobility Type
Wheeled (6x6)
Main Weapon
120mm rifled gun
Engine
Diesel (440 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
85.0 km/h
Range
1000.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
2S40 Floks
Type
Self-Propelled Mortar System
Manufacturer
The system was developed by the Central Scientific Research Institute Burevestnik which is formally a part of the Uralvagonzavod armor-making corporation.
Caliber
120 mm
Chassis
Ural-4320
Crew
4 ea
Emplacement Time
INA
Displacement Time
INA
Dimensions
Length
8.0 m
Width
2.5 m
Height
3.0 m
Weight, Combat
13 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
YaMZ-652
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
440 hp
Maximum Range
1,000 km
Speed, Maximum Road
85 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
INA
Speed Maximum Swim
Not Amphibious
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
40%
Vertical Step
0.55 m
Trench
1.2 m
Fording
1.75 m
Main Weapon System
System
Type
Howitzer
Caliber
120 mm
Length, Barrel
INA
Weight
INA
Traverse
35 degrees
Elevation
- 2 to + 80 degrees
Maximum Range
13 km
Maximum Rate of Fire
up to 10 rpm
Load Assist Device
Yes
Ammunition
Type
Projectile
Caliber
120 mm
Projectile Weight
17.3 kg
Basic Load
A total of 80 rounds of ammunition are carried onboard. 28 rounds are ready to use. More rounds can be carried by escorting truck.
Auxiliary Weapon System
Note
Vehicle is fitted with a remotely-controlled weapon station, armed with a 12.7 mm machine gun. It is used for self-defense.
Fire Control System
Computerized FCS
Yes, The Floks has a modern fire control system, which promises good fire accuracy. This artillery system can exchange firing data with an associated command post vehicle. Also it can select targets and operate entirely independently.
Main Gun Stabilization
Yes
Ballistic Calculator
Yes
Protection
Hull Armor
This artillery system is intended to operate close to the frontline. So vehicle is fitted with an armored crew cab. It protects the crew from small arms fire and artillery shell splinters. Cab's floor withstands blasts equivalent to 2 kg of TNT.
Applique Armor
INA
NBC Protection
YES
Firing Ports
Yes
Smoke Equipment
A bank of four smoke grenade dischargers is mounted on each side of the crew cab roof.
Electronic Warfare System
The system is fitted with a Shtora-like electro-optical jammer that disrupts antitank-guided missiles, laser rangefinders, and target designators.
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.armyrecognition.com/russia_russian_army_vehicles_system_artillery_uk/phlox_flox_120mm_self-propelled_howitzer_mortar_carrier_technical_data_sheet_specifications_pictures_video_12409163.html; https://en.defence-ua.com/weapon_and_tech/new_russian_2s40_floks_howitzer_just_delivered_next_day_first_one_gets_hit_in_ukraine_video-8180.html; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2%D0%A140_%C2%AB%D0%A4%D0%BB%D0%BE%D0%BA%D1%81%C2%BB.png; https://www.militarytoday.com/artillery/floks.htm; https://twitter.com/RALee85/status/1097184993519026177;
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Self-Propelled Mortar System
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Self-Propelled Mortar System
Filter Label
2
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8 m
Width
2.5 m
Height
3 m
Weight
13000 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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