Footage shows failed attempt to evacuate the howitzer with a Soviet towing vehicle; action took place north of Velikaya Novosyolka
A video released this Friday (via Telegram, @Baikal40ob) shows the exact moment when a French CAESAR 155 mm/52 self-propelled howitzer, operated by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, is destroyed by Russian FPV drones guided by fiber optic cable.
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The action took place in the area of the village of Komar, north of Velikaya Novosyolka, and was carried out by reconnaissance units of the 40th Separate Marine Brigade of Russia’s Pacific Fleet.
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According to the footage, after the initial drone strikes, Ukrainian soldiers attempted to evacuate the damaged howitzer using an old Soviet-made ATS-59G tracked tractor. The attempt was unsuccessful, and the artillery system was completely destroyed by a second drone attack.
The CAESAR is one of the most advanced howitzers in Ukraine’s arsenal, supplied by NATO countries. Its tactical value and mobility make each loss significant, especially in high-intensity combat areas like the southern front line.
The use of FPV drones connected via fiber optic cable allows for greater resistance to electronic jamming and improved control in strike missions against high-value targets such as self-propelled artillery. This type of weapon has been increasingly used by both Russian and Ukrainian forces in reconnaissance and precision strike operations.
Source and images: Telegram @Baikal40ob. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
