The ORBAT of the 2008 South Ossetia War

[Koh]

For wargaming purposed I'd be interested in knowing which regiments employed which equipment. It would also be interesting to know what artillery systems the Russians eployed, and did they employ any towed artillery. And what's the deal with the independent 135th Motor Rifle Regiment? Is it some sort of special or elite formation, or just a leftover regiment from a disbanded larger entity?

I'd also be interested in knowing how much of the units were manned by conscripts. Some sources claimed that the Russian force was all professional, but I find that somewhat hard to believe. The VDV units as well as the special forces are fully manned by professionals I believe, but from what I've gathered most of the motor rifle regiments and brigades seem to employ a professional officer and NCO cadre with conscripted rank and file. But do correct me if I'm wrong.

If anyone has any of this information, it would be much appreciated.

- Koh