Unstoppable: Russia’s Secret to Producing 12,000 Shells a Day

The production of artillery shells is a complex and precise process involving multiple stages. It begins with the sourcing and refining of raw materials like steel and explosives, followed by meticulous assembly and rigorous quality control to ensure reliability and safety, given the destructive power these shells wield. Against this backdrop of intricate shell production, Russia’s current output is nothing short of extraordinary. Producing 12,320 artillery shells daily, Russia’s scale of operations dwarfs typical military manufacturing outputs. At $1,000 per shell, the daily production cost reaches over $12 million, underscoring the significant economic investment Russia is making to maintain its artillery capabilities. But how did Russia manage to achieve this remarkable production rate? And what are the broader implications for the current conflict in Ukraine? Attributions: 1. By Mike1979 Russia - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0,