Take a look at this:

http://englishrussia.com/2013/11/14/so-much-weapons-in-one-place-enough-to-equip-a-state-army/#more-133240

Now I myself have posted a few links about Russian Relics and others have here aswell- lets face it they fascinate us! But this is on a whole other level. What we usually see in posts about relics is vehicles in varying states of decay from mild paint fading to complete wrecks but these vehicles are kept in excellent condition (mostly) and unlike some 'repair facilities' there does appear to be some repair and maintenance going on!

The small arms section at the end is also fascinating- the weapons appear to be in tip-top condition.

Also- the two guards/sentries pictured toward the end are, incredibly, armed with old SKS'- I had no idea any of the old Eastern Bloc nations were still using these!

I would love to spend a few days in that place! As far as the SKS goes, they are still issued to rear guard and civil defense units in a few countries. Even the Russians use them for ceremonial duties and you really get to see them during the May Day parades. I have a few SKS's, mostly Russian with a few Chinese also. I love that platform, a little more accurate at range than my AK's but not as easy to carry or wield.

Great pics. I wonder how much of that stuff would be ready for service with a lick of paint and a tune up? I know the Russians love to keep older equipment in depots just in case the s**t hits the fan. *Never mind, just saw the stuff is in Belarus...*

Thanks Karl for sharing ! All those different shades of green on the armor. This would be a good link for those who ask, " which brand of paint is the correct for Russian armor?" It looks like from these photos you have a huge leeway.
Have a great weekend !

Great find Karl, really interesting. Would like to know the script about the track tension on the SPG's, looks like the drive sprockets are sitting right down on the deck, do they get raised up when being made ready for use? is this to preserve the tracks or what?

I assume you're talking about the Nona's. Their suspension is hydraulically operated and can raise and lower for air dropping. Its probably less stress on the suspension components to store them lowered.



Erik

That explains it, thanks.