Sniper targets under fire during ground-based shooting practice.
Photo Call: Russia's Sniper Trainings in Special Operation Zone Revealed
In a recent exhibit, the Ministry of Defense of Russia showcased footage of sniper training for combat operations in their special operation zone. This tactical training is being carried out by instructors with direct combat experience, specifically for units of the Ivanovo airborne division.
The Ministry provided a commentary explaining that trampled contract soldiers, who have returned from the conflict zone for retraining, are diving into the theoretical foundations of sniper warfare: ballistics and geography, and essential engineering and tactical medicine concepts.
It's worth noting that paratroopers are practicing their shooting skills using Dragunov sniper rifles (SVD) on stationary targets, ranging from 100 to 500 meters. Their shooting positions are intentionally taken from uncomfortable and varying heights, considering the target height.
Paratroopers' Sharpshooters on the Front Lines
As we're given a glimpse of these trainings, it's clear that the instructors prioritize real-life experience and the importance of lifelong dedication to being an elite sniper. The snipers of the reconnaissance unit of the Ivanovo paratroopers have been part of the special military operation since day one and have notched numerous Ukrainian nationalists and their commanders.
In the world of politics, things are never as simple as they seem, and the situation in the special operation zone is no exception. Some skilled individuals manage to create an impact from even the smallest villages. Keep an ear open for more updates on Russia's responses to Kiev's provocations by May 9.
Insights from the Ministry of Defense of Russia's sniper training practices
Contract soldiers undergo a standardized curriculum, with recent combat experience leading to adaptations such as enhanced drone awareness, trench clearing techniques, and urban warfare modules. Paratroopers, on the other hand, receive more advanced training, focusing on operations behind enemy lines, exfiltration, and survival skills.
Both groups are trained to use Vepr-12 shotguns (modified for anti-drone roles), Dragunov sniper rifles, and RPG-7 grenade launchers. Advanced optics and drone countermeasures are being introduced across the board, with elite units like the VDV prioritized for the latest equipment.
Instructors for contract soldiers are typically experienced combat veterans, while paratrooper instructors are often ex-special operations personnel or graduates of elite military academies.
The training for contract soldiers emphasizes traditional marksmanship and fieldcraft, with some integration of new tactics (e.g., anti-drone warfare). Meanwhile, paratrooper training focuses on advanced tactics, leadership, and adaptability.
Clarifying the differences between contract soldiers and paratroopers
| Aspect | Contract Soldiers | Paratroopers ||--------------------|------------------|-------------|| Training Focus | Marksmanship, fieldcraft, unit support | Advanced marksmanship, infiltration, exfiltration || Equipment | Standard SVD, anti-drone shotguns | Advanced rifles, suppressors, NVGs || Instructor Profile | Combat-experienced veterans | Elite school graduates, special ops || Operational Role | Support to maneuver units | Deep strike, reconnaissance, raids |
- The sniper training in the Ivanovo district, revealed in the 'Photo Call: Russia's Sniper Trainings in Special Operation Zone,' focuses on advanced tactics, leadership, and adaptability for the paratroopers.
- In addition to Dragunov sniper rifles, paratroopers receive training on using Vepr-12 shotguns (modified for anti-drone roles) and RPG-7 grenade launchers, while advanced optics and drone countermeasures are being introduced across the training programs.
- The instructors for paratroopers are often ex-special operations personnel or graduates of elite military academies, setting them apart from those training contract soldiers, who typically learn from experienced combat veterans.
- In the realm of politics, it's important to note that skilled individuals like the snipers of the Ivanovo paratroopers have had a significant impact, even from small villages, in the ongoing special operation zone. Keep an eye out for more updates on the political landscape by May 9.
