Raad-1
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Raad-1 ('Thunder-1') is an Iranian self-propelled howitzer.
History
In May 1996, Iran claimed to have successfully tested its first locally made self-propelled howitzer, the 122 mm Raad-1 ("Thunder-1").[1]
The Raad-1 did not enter production.[2] Analysts think most likely it was just a prototype used to develop the Raad-2.[3]
Description
It is armed with 122 mm 2A18 howitzer from 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer or a modification of one with an effective firing range of 15,200 meters. The turret is also from the 2S1 Gvozdika. It uses the Iranian-made Boragh APC chassis,[4] a conversion of either the Russian BMP-1 or Chinese Type 86 (WZ-501) IFV. The engine is believed to be the 12.8 l German BF8L diesel engine, but this is not known for sure.[3]
See also
- Tanks of Iran
- Raad – Iranian anti tank missile.
- Raad-2