Two Tor-M2 missile systems destroyed on frontline: Why they are important for Russia
Illustrative photo: The General Staff updated Russia’s losses over the past day (Getty Images)
Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces (SBS) struck two Russian Tor-M2 air defense systems, each valued at $50 million.
According to the military, on one of the active frontlines, operators of the 412th Nemesis Regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces detected and struck two Tor-M2 surface-to-air missile systems. As a result of the attack, one system was destroyed, and the other sustained severe damage.
What is known about the Tor-M2
The Tor-M2 is a short-range surface-to-air missile system used by the enemy as part of a layered air defense to protect troops and facilities from attacks by Ukrainian aircraft, missiles, and drones. The Russians use it to defend medium- and long-range air defense systems such as the S-300 and S-400. Its interception range for aerial targets is up to 15 km. The cost of a new system is approximately $25 million.
Unmanned Systems Forces in Ukraine
Earlier, we reported that Ukraine became the first country to establish a modern branch of the armed forces — the Unmanned Systems Forces (SBS). On June 25, 2024, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the corresponding decree to create the SBS within the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
We also previously reported that Special Operations Forces operators damaged a Russian Ka-52 Alligator helicopter using an FPV drone. Notably, the enemy helicopter was targeted and hit while in flight.
