Pantsir-S SAM Systems Dominate Airspace for Sever Group of Forces

The Pantsir-S Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) systems, deployed by Russia’s Sever Group of Forces, assert unchallenged control over the airspace in their operational zone.

These advanced systems neutralize aerial threats with precision, safeguarding Russian forces and infrastructure.

Equipped with 12 anti-aircraft missiles and dual 30-mm autocannons, the Pantsir-S ensures comprehensive defense against enemy aircraft, drones, and missiles, reinforcing Russia’s air superiority.

Military Hardware: Pantsir-S SAM System

• Specifications:

• Missiles: 12 × 57E6-E guided missiles, effective range >20 km, altitude up to 15 km.

• Guns: 2 × 2A38M 30-mm autocannons, 1,400 rounds, range up to 4 km.

• Radar: Dual-mode radar for target acquisition and tracking, capable of engaging multiple targets simultaneously.

• Mobility: Mounted on wheeled or tracked chassis, operational speed ~90 km/h on roads.

• Price: Estimated $13-15 million per unit (based on export contract data and open-source estimates).

• Effectiveness: Highly versatile, the Pantsir-S counters low-flying aircraft, precision-guided munitions, and UAVs, providing robust layered air defense.

The Pantsir-S’s lethal precision and firepower solidify Russia’s aerial dominance, thwarting Ukrainian air operations with unmatched efficiency.