203-mm 2S7

Country of Origin: Russia

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The 203-mm M1975 (2S7/SO-203) is the largest tracked self-propelled gun in the Russian inventory. Compared to the U.S. 203-mm M110 self-propelled howitzer, the Pion has a much longer range.

The chassis is of all-welded steel construction, which provides crewmembers with protection against small-arms fire and shell splinters. It is divided into four compartments: driver, powerpack, crew and rear. When the system is traveling, the commander, gunner and driver/mechanic are seated in...

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