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The BMP-2K is a command vehicle, modification of the BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle. It is intended to control a subunit of a motorized battalion and to carry on operations when weapons of mass destruction a re used. 

The main armament, fire control system, mobility and armour protection of the BMP-2K are similar to those of the basic vehicle. The main armament includes 30-mm automatic cannon and 7.62-mm coaxial machine gun, day and night vision devices and armament stabilizer, and ensures accurate engagement of ground and low flying targets on the move, afloat and from stationary position at day and night. The antitank guided missile system KONKURS installed on the vehicle allows efficient fighting against main battle tanks. 

The BMP-2K vehicle is fitted with a smoke grenade launching system, an automatic fire-extinguishing system and a ventilation system for manned compartments. It has automatic NBC protection system.

As compared with the BMP-2 IFV, the BMP-2K vehicle is equipped with additional equipment: 
Two R-173 radio sets providing communication with subordinate units and a regiment commander 
(Staff); 
- R-107M portable radio set providing communication outside the vehicle; 
- a telescopic antenna 11 m high increasing twice as much the communication range during operation at parking; 
- a portable power plant providing power for electrical appliances with shut down engine; 
- navigation equipment providing continuous automatic indication and positioning of the vehicle on a topographic map. 
The vehicle crew includes driver, gunner, signalman, battalion commander and staff officer.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS