Part 2: SOVIET ANTI-SHIP CRUISE MISSILE - P15 Termit / 4K40 / Styx SSN2 / Silkworm #military #russia

Published on February 26, 2024
Duration: 0:59

This video provides a detailed, hands-on demonstration of the Soviet P-15 Termit (SS-N-2 Styx) anti-ship cruise missile. The presenter, an expert in historical military ordnance, showcases the missile's folding wing mechanism, internal guidance and electronic systems, access hatches with pressure gauges, and tail section control surfaces. The demonstration highlights the mechanical aspects and accessibility for maintenance and pre-flight checks of this significant Cold War-era weapon system.

Quick Summary

The Soviet P-15 Termit (SS-N-2 Styx) anti-ship cruise missile features folding delta wings for compact storage and inertial guidance with active radar homing. A specialist demonstrates its wing mechanism, internal electronics, guidance seeker, and access hatches with pressure gauges, highlighting its mechanical design and maintenance points.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Wing Mechanism Demonstration
  2. 00:20Internal Electronics and Radar
  3. 00:35Access Hatches and Gauges
  4. 00:46Tail Section and Control Surfaces

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Soviet P-15 Termit anti-ship missile?

The P-15 Termit, also known as the SS-N-2 Styx, features folding delta wings for compact storage, inertial guidance with active radar homing, and a liquid-fuel rocket engine. Its internal systems include a seeker assembly and gauges for pre-flight checks.

How is the P-15 Termit missile's wing mechanism demonstrated?

The video shows a physical demonstration where the presenter manually unfolds and locks the large delta wing into its flight position, highlighting the robust hinges and locking pins used for storage in shipborne launchers.

What internal components of the P-15 Termit missile are visible?

The demonstration reveals the internal guidance and electronic suite, including the seeker system's complex wiring and protective covers. A side access hatch shows internal pressure gauges and connection ports for maintenance.

What is the guidance system of the P-15 Termit missile?

The P-15 Termit missile employs a dual guidance system: initial navigation uses inertial guidance, followed by active radar homing in its terminal phase to track and engage the target.

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