Kyiv: North Korea’s support for Russia in the ongoing conflict has now extended beyond ammunition and spare parts. Recent reports indicate that Pyongyang has delivered advanced military hardware to Russia, including the Bulsae wheeled tank destroyers, according to Tech.
This development marks a significant escalation in North Korea’s support for Russia and prompts concerns about the broader implications for the conflict.
Recent photos from the Belgorod region show a new vehicle that Ukrainian intelligence has identified as a potential Bulsae model. Although some analysts speculate it might be the Bulsae-4, experts such as Piotr Zbies from “Nowa Technika Wojskowa” suggest it is more likely the advanced Bulsae-6. This newer model is classified as a Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) system, designed to engage targets beyond direct visual contact.
The Bulsae-6 is anticipated to use a modified version of the 9M133 Kornet missile, which boasts a range exceeding 10 kilometers, a significant improvement over older models like the 9M111 Fagot, which has a shorter range of about 2 kilometers.
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The inclusion of Bulsae tank destroyers could significantly boost Russian combat capabilities, offering more effective long-range firepower compared to the older T-62 or T-54/55 tanks.
This deployment underscores the declining state of Russian military production, leading to increased reliance on external sources like North Korea and Iran. While the Bulsae-6 may not rival the range and capabilities of Western systems such as the Spike NLOS, it represents a notable upgrade over existing Russian technology.
