The Kalashnikov concern is advancing its artillery ammunition program by upgrading Krasnopol-corrected projectiles, a move aimed at pushing the effective range further and sharpening the ability to engage smaller targets with higher precision. In a recent briefing, the general manager of the Kalashnikov group outlined how the integrated projectile system, alongside the dedicated drone component, has already undergone real-world testing and seen performance gains under demanding conditions. This development signals a broader strategy to combine mature munitions with advancing sensing and guidance technologies to deliver greater reliability in diverse environments.
The company emphasized that the new complex is designed to enhance not only range but also the hit probability on small targets with a single shot. Its guidance and propulsion enhancements are paired with sturdier warhead designs, which collectively contribute to improved effectiveness in adverse weather, including cloudy skies and strong winds. The overall concept, as described by the management team, centers on increasing kill probability while maintaining operational simplicity for crews and ensuring compatibility with existing launch and fire-control systems, thereby expanding the versatility of the Alexei Krasnopol project family in frontline contexts.
Kalashnikov has long been responsible for producing the core components and modules that go into ammunition systems, and this latest initiative promises to elevate the performance of those assemblies. The upgraded complex targets higher ranges, improved accuracy on small surface and air-adjacent threats, and a more powerful warhead that can defeat protected or hardened positions where smaller, precise munitions are preferred. In doing so, the program aims to deliver a more robust overall solution that remains effective across varied mission profiles and weather scenarios, underscoring the company’s commitment to practical, field-ready military technology that Canadian and American operators increasingly value for interoperability and rapid deployment in coalition settings.
Additionally, recent reporting indicates that Kalashnikov is adapting its production approach to reflect evolving legislations and market demands. The firm is pursuing a streamlined set of straight-bore gun bases with bore configurations aligned to modern ammunition families, while ensuring that legacy systems stay compatible with new components. The collaboration with international partners, including recent high-level agreements, has emphasized the need for scalable manufacturing capacity, technology transfer where appropriate, and adherence to applicable royalties and intellectual property frameworks. In this context, the organization is positioning itself to support sustained production and timely delivery of advanced ammunition and associated assemblies to allied forces, while maintaining a focus on quality control, safety, and strategic supply resilience across North American markets.