2S23 Nona-SVK Russian 120mm Amphibious Self-Propelled Mortar
2S23 Nona-SVK
Wheeled Self-Propelled Mortar Carrier.
Other
Basic Information
Name
2S23 Nona-SVK Russian 120mm Amphibious Self-Propelled Mortar
Designation
2S23 Nona-SVK
Alternate Designation
2S23 Nona-SVK
Equipment Type
Wheeled Self-Propelled Mortar Carrier.
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
1990
Description
The 2S23 also named Nona-SVK is a Russian-made wheeled self-propelled mortar carrier. The 2S23 was first revealed at a defense exhibition in Asia in late 1990 when a complete system was displayed for the first time. According to Russian sources, the 2S23 entered service with its land forces in 1990. The 120mm 2S23 Nona-SVK battalion level self-propelled gun (SPG) is designed for use against enemy troops, armament, and military equipment. Its armor protection, cross-country mobility, and maneuverability are identical to the wheeled armored personnel carrier BTR-80. The 2S23 Nona-SVK is capable of applying aimed fire both from direct and indirect laying positions with mortar bombs and with standard artillery shells. In addition to standard artillery rounds, the gun fires all types of mortar shells designed for use by foreign-made 120mm mortars.
Ground Specifications
Crew
4
Mobility Type
Wheeled (8x8)
Main Weapon
1 x 2A60 120mm Gun/Mortar
Engine
Diesel (280 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
80.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
Variants
2S23 Nona-SVK
A BTR-80 based version. The 2S23 uses a slightly modified version of the 2A51 mortar, designated the 2A60.
2B16 Nona-K
A towed version. Fitted with a muzzle brake.
System
Alternative Designation
2S23 Nona-SVK
Type
Wheeled Self-Propelled Mortar Carrier.
Caliber
120 mm
Family
2S3 Family
Crew
4 (commander, gunner, loader and driver)
Chassis
Modified BTR-80 APC
Chassis Configuration
8x8
Displacement Time
1 min
Emplacement Time
1 min
Note
These 120 mm rifled weapons combine the features of a howitzer and mortar in one system. In many respects they are unique weapons as there is no similar system in the West.
Dimensions
Length
7.5 m
Width
2.9 m
Height
2.75 m
Weight, Combat
14.5 tons
Ground Pressure
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
KamAZ-7403
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
280 hp
Cruising Range
500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
80 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
65 km/h
Speed Maximum Swim
10 km/h
Gradient
60 %
Side Slope
30 %
Vertical Stem
0.5 m
Trench
2.0 m
Fording Depth
Amphibious
Communications
Primary
R-173 Radio
Main Weapon System
System
Name
1 x 2A60 120mm Gun/Mortar
Type
Gun/Mortar
Caliber
120 mm
Breech Type
Combined semi-automatic breechblock with wedge locking mechanism and powder gases plastic obturator
Length, Barrel
24.2 calibers
Loader Type
Autoloader
Max Rate of Fire
8-10 rds/min
Rate of Fire, Sustained
4 rds/min
Muzzle Brake Type
INA
Max Elevation
+80 deg
Min Elevation
-4 deg
Traverse Range
70 deg
Maximum Range of Fire (Ordinary Projectiles)
8.85 km
Maximum Range of Fire (Rocket Assisted Projectiles)
12.8 km
Maximum Range of Fire (Mines)
7.15 km
Note
The 2S23 use specially developed rifled rounds
Ammunition (Option 1)
Type
OF-49 HE-FRAG/OF-51 HE-FRAG Projectile
Caliber
120 mm
Muzzle Velocity
INA
Explosive
A-IX-2 explosive
Effective Range
8.85 km
Projectile Weight
17.3 kg
Basic Load
30 Total (Any Combination)
Note
The 2S23 Nona can fire the Kitolov-2 precision guided munitions. The Kitolov-2 has a kill probability of 0.8 to 0.9
Ammunition (Option 2)
Type
OF-50 HEAT (Rocket Assisted) Projectile
Caliber
120 mm
Muzzle Velocity
INA
Effective Range
12.8 km
Rocket Motor Start Time
10-13 seconds after the projectile leaves the barrel
Fin Stabilized
Yes
Pentration
650 mm
Basic Load
30 Total (Any Combination)
Ammunition (Option 3)
Type
OF-843B Mortar bombs
Caliber
120 mm
Variants
OF-843B, OF-34 and OF-38 high-explosive fragmentation, S-843 and 3S9 illumination, 3Z2 incendiary and 3D5 smoke
Muzzle Velocity
INA
Effective Range
INA
Basic Load
30 Total (Any Combination)
Coaxial Weapon System
System
Name
1 x 7.62mm PK (Kalashnikov's Machine Gun)
Type
General-Purpose Machine Gun
Caliber
7.62 mm
Max Rate of Fire
650 rds/min
Function
In use as a front-line infantry and vehicle-mounted weapon with Russia's armed forces.
In Service
1961-present
Manufacturer
Degtyaryov plant
Proliferation
1 Million +
Length (Overall)
1,203 mm
Length (Barrel)
605 mm
Weight (Gun Only)
9 kg
Weight (Tripod Only)
7.7 kg
Action
Gas-operated, open bolt
Feed System
Non-disintegrating metal 50 round belts in 100 and 200/250 round ammunition boxes
Sights
Tangent iron sights (default); Optical, Night-vision, Thermal and Radar sights
Ammunition
Type
Rifle
Caliber
7.62 mm
Cartridge
7.62×54mmR
Muzzle Velocity
825 m/s
Maximum Firing Range
3,800 m
Effective Range (With Sight Adjustments)
1,500 m
Basic Load
2,400 Rounds
Fire Control
Name
INA
Computerized FCS
Yes
Thermal Sight Vehicle Commander
Yes
Thermal Sight Gunner
Yes
Main Gun Stabilization
INA
Direct Fire
Yes, DF Telescopic Sight
Indirect Fire
Yes
Collimator
K-1
Note
This mortar system can be used as mortar or howitzer, delivering direct or indirect fire.
Protection
Hull Armor
All-round protection is against 7.62 mm armor-piercing rounds and artillery shell splinters.
Turret Armor
All-round protection is against 7.62 mm armor-piercing rounds and artillery shell splinters.
Applique Armor
INA
Explosive Reactive Armor
INA
Active Protection System
INA
Mine Clearing
No
Self-Entrenching Blade
No
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
6 x 81mm smoke grenade launchers
IR Signature
INA
Note
The 2S23 Nova carries 2 x Igla shoulder-launched anti-aircraft missiles and 15 hand grenades.
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
7.5 m
Width
2.9 m
Height
2.75 m
Weight
14500 kg
Operators (12)
Russia
China
Ukraine
Belarus
Azerbaijan
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Moldova
Syria
Turkmenistan
Uzbekistan
Venezuela
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