Russian state-owned conglomerate Rostec has announced the delivery of a new batch of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles to the country’s troops, incorporating a series of technical improvements based on operational experience gained in the conflict in Ukraine.
The shipment was carried out by subsidiary High-Precision Systems Holding Company, responsible for the production and modernization of the platform. According to the corporation, the vehicles received upgrades primarily aimed at increasing battlefield survivability and adapting to contemporary threats.
According to Bekkhan Ozdoyev, industrial director of the Armaments Cluster at Rostec State Corporation and a member of the Bureau of the Russian Union of Mechanical Engineers, each unit in the new batch is equipped with a more advanced electronic warfare system. The goal is to expand jamming capabilities against drones and other electronic systems used in military operations.
In addition, the hull bottom has been reinforced to improve resistance to explosions, particularly against mines and improvised explosive devices. Fragmentation resistance of the front and rear armor has also been enhanced, increasing protection levels for both the crew and transported troops.
The current configuration of the BMP-3 differs significantly from versions delivered prior to the start of the war in Ukraine. Over the past four years, dozens of design modifications have been implemented. These include additional protection kits such as side skirts, protective grilles, reinforced upper hemisphere protection — an area particularly vulnerable to guided munitions and drone attacks — as well as the integration of signature reduction equipment and specialized systems to improve mobility and weapon effectiveness.
The BMP-3 is one of the main infantry fighting vehicles of the Russian Armed Forces, combining troop transport capability with significant firepower, including a 100 mm cannon, a 30 mm automatic cannon, and coaxial machine guns. The recent upgrades indicate a continued adaptation of the platform to the demands of the current operational environment.
@saibadetudonewsAfter Lessons from War, Russia Delivers Updated BMP-3 Version Russia’s state-owned defense conglomerate Rostec has announced the delivery of a new batch of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles to national troops, incorporating a series of technical improvements based on operational experience gained during the conflict in Ukraine. Source and images: Telegram @rostecru
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