The ISU-152 was nicknamed 'Zveroboy' or 'Beast Killer' by Soviet troops for its ability to destroy heavy German tanks like the Tiger and Panther.
The vehicle chassis is derived from the IS (Iosif Stalin) tank series.
The monument commemorates the local 1943 liberation efforts in the Poltava region.
The 152.4 mm ML-20S gun-howitzer mounted on this vehicle was capable of firing shells weighing over 40 kilograms.
The Pam'yatnyk Pt Sau Ysu-152 is a preserved ISU-152 self-propelled heavy artillery vehicle serving as a World War II monument in Kremenchuk, Ukraine. Mounted on a concrete pedestal, the vehicle is a Soviet-era design featuring a 152.4 mm gun-howitzer. It commemorates the liberation of Kremenchuk from Nazi forces during the Dnieper-Carpathian Offensive. The monument is situated in a public park space near the Dnieper River. It remains a notable example of mid-20th-century Soviet military engineering preserved for public viewing.
Position yourself at the front-left angle of the pedestal to capture the profile of the gun barrel against the sky.
Bring a wide-angle lens to capture the full length of the vehicle from the base of the pedestal.
Visit during the daylight hours to inspect the mechanical details of the gun assembly.
Combine this visit with a walk along the nearby riverfront promenade.
Do not attempt to climb the pedestal, as the area is monitored and the structure may be unstable.
Maintain a respectful demeanor as it is a war memorial; refrain from climbing on the historical hardware.
