Chapter 1962 Things Are a Bit Complicated

Assault rocket tanks are not very common weapons in the current World War II or in future wars in the 21st century, but they do exist. Reading

There are very few countries that have actually developed and equipped this type of weapon and put it into actual combat. Among these countries, the Soviet Union, which is good at taking the artillery route, is undoubtedly the most colorful one, and of course it is also the one that has been lit up the farthest on this branch technology tree.

In fact, if we really want to talk about the assault rocket tank converted from a tank chassis, Malashenko has used it before. It was once equipped for a short period of time. It was a thing that took the T40 light tank chassis and carried an 82mm rocket launcher.

Although the caliber of the rocket is a bit small, this short-lived, short-lived, and only equipped for a short period of time, after the war damage was completed, because the vehicle had been discontinued and could not be replenished, it still left a deep impression on Comrade Ma.

The reason is that the chassis of a small light tank can instantly burst out with ferocity, enough to crush the firepower of heavy armored combat vehicles such as ISU-152. Although the 82mm caliber rockets are less powerful, they can't withstand a salvo of fire.

Quantitative change leads to qualitative change. A group of these things whizzing over you, like a swarm of hornets, will hit you directly in the face. Except for those permanent fortifications that are really strong, ordinary small houses and brick buildings with not so thick walls can't withstand a salvo of these things. The walls and houses will collapse and the ashes will be annihilated in an instant when the flames burst.

Of course, there are disadvantages. For example, the protection of light tanks is too poor. It can barely withstand a light weapon attack. Even the German 37 stepping brick can take this thing away with one shot. Another thing is that the ammunition rack and launch rails on the top of the head are too stupid. There is no protection at all. It is exposed to the outside. It is very easy to be hit in actual combat, causing damage and even ammunition explosion.

In general, the flaws still outweigh the merits. After using the assault rocket tank once, Malashenko could never forget it and it left an indelible shadow in his heart.

Malashenko has always been thinking that if there is a chance, he should mention it to Kotin to make an assault rocket tank with heavy armor protection and capable of carrying more powerful rockets. Imagine how it feels to be bombarded in the face by a large-caliber rocket? Anyway, regardless of whether the Germans feel good or not, Malashenko asked himself that he must feel very good.

After hearing the situation described by Malashenko and the reason why he wanted to make this thing, Kotin, who felt that he suddenly had an inspiration in his mind, held his chin with his hand and thought for a while. After a while, he thought of something and turned to Malashenko and spoke.

"If we only consider the performance requirements you put forward, it is actually quite simple to make such a thing."

"We all know that the protection of the chassis of the later IS2 has been greatly improved, and most of the front projection area can be immune to the direct bombardment of the German mainstream anti-armor weapons. In addition, its mobility is also good, and the original adapted power system can meet the actual needs of this chassis, so there is no need to change it too much."

"The rest is the most critical part you mentioned, the weapon system. If you just add a large-caliber rocket launcher and ready-to-fire ammunition, I think it is not difficult. Just put a firing wire into the car to make a new firing and sighting set. The rocket launcher itself is a simple structure, and the IS2 chassis platform has a strong enough carrying capacity to install the heavy rocket reflector you want."

After listening to Kotin's analysis and overview, Malashenko's eyes lit up, and a slightly excited word came out immediately.

"Is that okay? Tell me how long it will take to hand over the revised stuff to me. I can't wait just by listening to it."

Looking at Malashenko's "really impatient" look, Kokin rolled his eyes and couldn't help but sigh in his heart that Malashenko is sometimes like a child, asking for everything he wants and being very excited. Some things that are far from being that simple should be explained to him in advance, so that he doesn't think that these things can be done tomorrow.

"It's simple, but it still takes time. Listen to me first."

"First, we have to submit the application and project plan. Although the remaining batch of IS2 chassis is the last batch, less than 100. But it's still not something we can do whatever we want with it. We have to get approval from our superiors first. I don't want to play such a risky game with you again. It's enough to experience such an exciting thing once in a lifetime."

Well, it seems that Kotin hasn't forgotten the last time he brought Kalashnikov to him to get a gun.

Although the matter was resolved satisfactorily in the end and everyone was happy, it can be seen that Kotin still left a "very deep impression". I'm afraid it won't work if I want to trick this old man into doing it with me.

Malashenko, who was thinking about something, didn't speak, while Kotin, who held the right to speak, continued to speak.

"In addition to the time it takes for the superiors to review the application, it will also take some time for me to design the drawings. Although it is very simple, it does not mean that there is no need for drawing homework. We still have to consider several options and choose the best one. Only by brainstorming can we design a good weapon. You know this."

"Then there are the details. The general design ideas and configuration directions are in place, but there are still many details that need to be filled in and improved. For example, what caliber rockets to install, what kind of launch system to match, the actual combat feedback and improvement experience of several experimental and mass-produced assault rocket tanks, and even the design drawings I have to get."

"If you can't find it, you have to borrow or ask for it. In short, you have to get it. It is very important to learn from previous design experience. None of what I said is a simple process. Military production is a very complex and cumbersome system process, which you also know. Even if it is faster, it will take three to five months to hand it over to you, and this is if the superiors are as soon as possible. On the premise of approving the plan. "

"It's difficult to do this with my own influence. Since you asked for it, you have to help. You have to give some specific details and suggestions, and write a report in your name. As long as it's what you want, I don't think those who are in charge of project approval will be too difficult. "

"After all, those who are willing to speak for you are more prestigious than others. These dozens of IS2 chassis are also the last batch to be completed. After this batch, we will say goodbye to the production task of IS2. It is a semi-obsolete product that makes the best use of it. It is not a new main product that is urgently needed. No one wants to complicate the original simple matter. "