Russia's New 2S42 Lotos 120mm Self-Propelled Mortar Spotted Amid Speculation of Ukraine Deployment

A video released on Telegram on March 22, 2024, has unveiled the sighting of Russia's latest artillery innovation, the 2S42 Lotos, a 120mm self-propelled mortar system based on BMD-4M Airborne Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), now equipped with an armored cage. This development sparks speculation about Russia's potential deployment of this new artillery system in Ukraine, continuing the trend of utilizing cutting-edge combat vehicles in the conflict. Read full Defense News at this link ...
The new Russian-made 2S42 Lotos 120mm self-propelled, mortar-tracked armored vehicle was spotted on the road, fitted with an armor cage, which could indicate future deployment in Ukraine. (Picture source: Telegram video)

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