In 2003, the improved TOS-1A Solntsepyok ("Scorching sunlight") system entered service with the range extended to 6 kilometres (6,600 yd) and a better ballistic computer.

Dec 3, 2024 · What is the TOS-1A Solntsepyok? The TOS-1A Solntsepyok is a Russian thermobaric rocket launcher, often referred to as a “flamethrower” due to its intense fiery payload. This weapon …

5 days ago · Ukrainian drone units have reportedly destroyed russian TOS-1A Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower system in the temporarily occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region, marking another high …

3 days ago · The TOS-1A heavy flamethrower system Solntsepyok carried out a combat mission to strike a fortified position. The vehicle, built on the chassis of the T-72A tank, used unguided rockets …

Ukrainian troops destroyed a Russian TOS-1A Solntsepyok – a heavy Russian flamethrower multiple-launch rocket system – in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast on 18 April.

Ukrainian forces said in late April 2026 that a drone strike destroyed a Russian TOS-1A Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower system on occupied territory in the Zaporizhzhia region, releasing aerial footage …

Apr 18, 2026 · Ukrainian military destroyed a heavy flamethrower system TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region. This was reported by the commander of the …

The TOS-1A is an upgraded modification of the TOS-1 introduced in 2003, featuring 24 rocket barrels instead of 30, and an effective maximum firing range of 6 km instead of 3.6 km.

This is an improved version of the earlier TOS-1 launch vehicle. It can be recognized by the 24 round launcher which is a bit longer than the older 30 round launcher.

6 days ago · The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck a Russian heavy flamethrower multiple rocket launcher system, the TOS-1A Solntsepyok, in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia …