Exclusive: Algeria Unveils Newly Acquired Russian-Made 1L260 Zoopark-1M Counter-Battery Radar at Military Parade.

Algeria’s armed forces unveiled their newly acquired Russian-made 1L260 Zoopark-1M counter-battery radar system during a grand military parade on November 1, 2024. The event, commemorating the 70th anniversary of Algeria’s Liberation Revolution, marked the first public appearance of this advanced radar system, emphasizing Algeria’s continued commitment to bolstering its military technology in collaboration with long-standing ally Russia.
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The newly acquired Russian-made 1L260 Zoopark-1M counter-battery radar system is showcased during Algeria's military parade on November 1, 2024, commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the Liberation Revolution. (Picture source: Screen Shot video footage Algerian TV)

The 1L260 Zoopark-1M is a sophisticated counter-battery radar system designed by Russia specifically to enhance battlefield awareness by detecting and locating enemy artillery, mortar, and rocket launcher positions. Known for its precision and extended detection range, the Zoopark-1M can identify and track hostile artillery positions from up to 35 km, giving commanders crucial information to coordinate rapid and effective counterstrikes.

Equipped with advanced algorithms and capable of operating under intense electronic warfare conditions, the Zoopark-1M can pinpoint multiple targets simultaneously, providing a distinct advantage against conventional artillery and rocket threats. The system’s capability to track trajectories and calculate impact points allows it to deliver critical situational awareness and tactical superiority, ensuring the quick neutralization of enemy firepower.

Algeria’s acquisition of the Zoopark-1M radar system aligns with its ongoing strategy to modernize its armed forces with high-quality, field-proven military technology. Over the past two decades, Algeria has steadily increased its procurement of Russian military hardware, establishing itself as one of Russia’s most reliable arms customers in North Africa. This partnership includes significant investments in armored vehicles, advanced air defense systems like the BMPT Terminator 1,  S-400 Triumf air defense missile system, and multi-role fighter jets such as the Su-30MKA, tailored specifically for Algerian needs.

Algeria has sought to diversify its defense portfolio in recent years while maintaining close military ties with Russia. The acquisition of the Zoopark-1M underscores Algeria’s focus on countering modern artillery threats and strengthening its border security. With the Zoopark-1M, the Algerian military gains enhanced radar capabilities and access to Russian expertise in operational support and maintenance, ensuring long-term operational readiness for this critical system.

The deployment of the Zoopark-1M reflects Algeria’s proactive approach to enhancing its tactical defense operations. The radar system's real-time detection of enemy artillery positions provides a crucial tactical advantage for Algerian forces in defending its vast borders and maintaining stability in an increasingly volatile region.

This unveiling comes amid Algeria’s ongoing efforts to secure and modernize its defenses in response to growing regional tensions. The Zoopark-1M, in addition to Algeria’s existing arsenal, positions the country’s armed forces among the most technologically advanced in North Africa, highlighting Algeria’s intent to deter potential threats through superior artillery detection and counter-battery capabilities.

By showcasing the Zoopark-1M artillery radar system, Algeria reinforces its defense partnership with Russia and signals to potential adversaries the readiness and sophistication of its armed forces. As Algeria continues to enhance its military technology, this acquisition marks a significant step in its ongoing journey toward a robust, self-sustained defense framework designed to uphold national security and regional stability.