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For many years the BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle remains one of the best IFV versions, produced by KurganmashzavodJSC.The BMP-2 with its simple design, low operation cost and high repairability rates was appreciated at its true value by the army officials and experts of different countries. Combat efficiency of the BMP-2 vehicle was proved by its successful employment in real combat operations and local conflicts. 

The BMP-2 features classical layout. In the front, there is a power plant compartment with a driving compartment located to the left. In the middle of the vehicle, there is a fighting compartment with two working stations: for the commander and the gunner. The troop compartment is located in the rear part of the BMP-2 vehicle.The troopers can leave the vehicle through the rear doors.

The armament system of the BMP-2 vehicle includes a 30-mrn automatic cannon 2A42 and a 7.62-mm machine gun PKTM coaxially mounted with the cannon. On the turret top, there is an ATGM launching system "KONKURS". The vehicle hull also has firing ports for the troopers to fire their guns. The BMP-2 armament allows effectively fighting against ground and aerial targets. High elevation of the cannon and coaxially mounted machine gun put the BMP-2 vehicle beyond any comparison during combat operations in mountainous areas. Fire control system ensures effective firing on land and afloat.

High average movement speed on rugged terrain and manoeuvrability on battlefield are provided by the high-quality running gear and the UTD-20 engine. The vehicle moves afloat without additional preparation due to the tracks propelling.

The hull and the turret of the vehicle ensure reliable protection forthe crew and troopers against small arms and shell splinters. The BMP-2 vehicle is equipped with the NBC protection system, providing protection against radiation and other damaging factors of mass destruction weapons. To ensure camouflage smoke screening the vehicle is fitted with smoke-generating equipment (SGE) and 902V smoke grenades launching system.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS