BMP-1 / BMP-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicles

BMP-1 / BMP-2 Infantry Fighting Vehicles

Type: ifv

Domain: land

Country of Origin: Russia

Manufacturer: NPO Mashinostroyeniya

Overview

Soviet tracked infantry fighting vehicles providing Angolan mechanized infantry with protected mobility and firepower. Angola operates substantial numbers of BMP-1 and BMP-2 inherited from Soviet support during civil war. BMP-1 features 73mm gun and AT-3 Sagger ATGMs while BMP-2 has 30mm autocannon and AT-5 Spandrel ATGMs. Both amphibious with capacity for infantry squad. Combat-proven in Angolan Civil War and subsequent operations. Current readiness varies with maintenance challenges but remain operational for mechanized operations. Represents core of Angolan mechanized capability.

Technical Specifications

bmp1_gun73mm gun + AT-3 Sagger ATGM
bmp2_gun30mm autocannon + AT-5 Konkurs ATGM
amphibiousYes
bmp1_speed65 km/h
bmp2_speed65 km/h
bmp1_weight~13 tonnes
bmp2_weight~14.3 tonnes

Operators

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