Russians lose rare Tosochka flamethrower at front for the first time
Photo: Defense Forces for the first time destroyed the rare Russian MLRS Tosochka at the front (social media)
Ukrainian forces have destroyed a rare Russian multiple rocket launcher Tosochka on the front lines for the first time. This occurred in the Pokrovsk direction, according to OSINT.
Russian occupiers have lost their 220-mm heavy flamethrower system, the TOS-2 Tosochka, on the battlefield in Ukraine in the Pokrovsk direction.
"First destroyed Russian 220-mm MLRS TOS-2. February 14, 2025, Pokrovsk direction," the statement reads.
Photo of the destroyed Russian MLRS Tosochka (social media)
Photo of the destroyed Russian MLRS Tosochka (social media)
As noted by Defense Express analysts, the details of the destruction and the specific weapon used to carry it out remain unknown. However, analysts suggest that the MLRS was likely hit using fiber-optic FPV drones.
What we know about the TOS Tosochka
Previously, Russia boasted about the use of its upgraded TOS-2 Tosochka on the battlefield in 2023. Ukrainian drones first spotted this vehicle on the battlefield a year ago.
The TOS-2 Tosochka is a further development of heavy flamethrower systems such as the TOS-1 Buratino and TOS-1A Solntsepyok, which Russia uses in Ukraine.
The TOS-2 Tosochka was first showcased by Russia during the Caucasus military exercises in 2020.
Russian losses in Ukraine
As of February 15, Russian army losses in the war against Ukraine amounted to 1,730 soldiers. Ukrainian forces also destroyed 84 armored personnel carriers and 77 vehicles.
According to a report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies, Russian losses in both equipment and personnel in the war against Ukraine have been staggering, but their forces have been partially replenished. As a result, the occupiers are prepared to continue their offensive for the next year.
Meanwhile, according to the Institute for the Study of War, Russia replenished its tank losses in 2024 but may face a shortage of armored vehicles.
