Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering, the Kazakh armored vehicle manufacturer, demonstrated the operation of an amphibious combat vehicle equipped with a kamikaze drone.
The live demonstration of the new amphibious armored vehicle “Terrex – Barys A” took place on November 14, 2025, showcasing its firepower, mobility, and integration of domestic weaponry.
The Terrex – Barys A is described as a next-generation amphibious armored vehicle designed for diverse operational environments and varying levels of conflict intensity. According to the company, the platform is “a multifunctional system capable of performing missions across a wide range of terrains and threat levels.”
Engineers highlighted several design features aimed at maximizing battlefield survivability. The vehicle features a double “V-shaped” hull (“V-over-V”), which provides protection against mines and improvised explosive devices.
The manufacturer stated that the Terrex – Barys A can withstand explosions equivalent to 10 kilograms of TNT detonated beneath the hull, and in terms of ballistic protection, the hull meets STANAG 4569 Level 4 standards and can be upgraded to Level 5 with additional armor kits.
Its fully amphibious capability was also a highlight of the Terrex – Barys A presentation. The vehicle’s hull is designed for stability in water under moderate wind and current conditions, with propulsion provided by two water jets. The system can maintain movement in water at speeds exceeding 11 km/h and cross large rivers without prior preparation.
Regarding armament, the Ansar combat module installed on the Terrex – Barys A includes a 30mm 2A72 automatic cannon, a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, an automatic grenade launcher, an anti-tank guided missile system, and an attack UAV.
The Ansar module, according to the company, also features a fire control system that allows “the operator to control multiple weapon types simultaneously through a single interface.”
During the demonstration, a kamikaze drone was launched from the vehicle in a live-fire test. According to the company, the munition has a range of up to 140 kilometers and carries a warhead of over 7 kilograms.
The company stated that integrating reconnaissance and attack functions into a single system enhances situational awareness and battlefield decision-making for ground units.
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