The ASU-85 (Russian: Авиадесантная самоходная установка, АСУ-85, romanized: Aviadesantnaya Samokhodnaya Ustanovka, ASU-85 – airborne self-propelled mount) is a Soviet-designed airborne self-propelled gun of the Cold War era.

The ASU-85 was a replacement for the small ASU-57, armed with a 85 mm gun and used with soviet paratroopers

The ASU-85 became possible with the introduction of the Mi-6 and Mi-10 helicopters and high-capacity multi-chute and retro-rocket systems for fixed wing-drops. It was first observed by NATO in 1962, and was widely used by Soviet and Polish airborne units.

The ASU-85 (Авиадесантная самоходная установка, АСУ-85) was a Cold War-era Soviet-designed airborne self-propelled gun. It began to replace the open-topped ASU-57 in service in 1959. Beginning in 1969, it was superseded by the BMD-1.

Nov 7, 2019 · The ASU-85 became possible with the introduction of the Mi-6 and Mi-10 helicopters and high-capacity multi-chute and retro-rocket systems for fixed wing-drops. It was first observed by NATO in 1962, and was widely used by Soviet and Polish airborne units.

The ASU-85 is a Cold War era assault gun of Soviet origin. It was developed in the 1950's as a replacement for the ASU-57 assault gun in use with Soviet airborne forces. The name ASU-85 stands for "Aviadesantnaya Samokhodnaya Ustanovka", which is Russian for "airborne self-propelled mount".

The ASU-85 (Russian: Авиадесантная самоходная установка, АСУ-85, romanized: Aviadesantnaya Samokhodnaya Ustanovka, ASU-85 – airborne self-propelled mount) is a Soviet-designed airborne self-propelled gun of the Cold War era.

Aug 21, 2019 · The ASU-85 - Aviadesantnaya Samokhodnaya Ustanovka – airborne self-propelled mount - was intended to accompany motorized rifle and tank units, as well as manning units and units of the...

In 1961, appeared the ASU-85 self-propelled gun, designed specifically for the Soviet airborne forces. Initially was called SU-85, but the name was changed not to be confused with the tank destroyer that fought in WWII.

Feb 20, 2025 · The ASU-85 is a Soviet airborne self-propelled gun designed to support paratroopers. Developed in the 1950s, it replaced the earlier ASU-57. This vehicle played a crucial role in providing firepower and mobility to airborne units. Equipped with an 85mm D-70 gun, the ASU-85 could engage both armored targets and fortifications.