The author describes the development of two self-propelled guns, one based on the chassis of the T-34 tank and the other on the chassis of the Katyusha rocket launcher. The book tells about the creation of these weapons, their characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, and how they were used during World War II. The book "Self-Propelled Artillery Installations Acacia Tulip and Hyacinth" by [author's name] provides an in-depth look at the development and use of two unique self-propelled artillery systems during World War II. The book focuses on the Acacia Tulip and Hyacinth installations, which were developed on the chassis of the T-34 tank and the Katyusha rocket launcher, respectively. The book begins with an introduction to the history of self-propelled artillery and its importance during wartime. It highlights the need for mobile, long-range firepower on the battlefield, and how these two systems addressed this need. The author then delves into the technical details of each installation, describing their design, capabilities, and limitations. The Acacia Tulip installation, based on the T-34 chassis, was a powerful and versatile weapon that could fire both high-explosive and armor-piercing rounds.

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