TOS-1

The TOS-1A Solntsepek (Sunburn) is a thermobaric fuel air explosive multiple rocket launcher mounted on a T-72 or T-90 tank chassis. Sometimes referred to as the heavy flamethrower, it is one of the most powerful non-nuclear weapon in the Russian arsenal.

Thermobaric explosives, also known as aerosol bombs or fuel air explosives, is a twp-stage munition as summarized by the London Guardian. The first stage charge distributes an aerosol made up of very fine material from a carbon-based fuel to tiny metal particles. The second charge ignites that cloud creating a fireball, a huge shock wave, and a vacuum as it sucks up all surrounding oxygen. The blast wave can last for significantly longer than a conventional explosive and is capable of vaporizing human bodies. Such weapons are used for a variety of purposes and come in a range of sizes, the Guardian writes.

TOS-2

By early 2025, the weapon was upgraded to the TOS-2 with improved mobility, range, and precision. It now can hit targets up to 15 km.

TOS-3

The first combat use of TOS-3 "Dragon" on the T-80 tank chassis made its appearance.

The published footage features the characteristic sound of the GTD-1250 gas turbine engine, as well as a reduced number of launchers - up to 15 units - and their lengthening compared to the standard "Solntsepyok" launcher.

See also

• Oreshnik

External link

• How Vacuum Bomb works? Russia's TOS-1A Thermobaric Rocket System Explained.
• TOS-1A Solntsepek heavy flamethrower system engage Ukrainian Armed Forces at night
• Work of Russian TOS-1A Heavy flamethrower on Ukrainian position.