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_gun | 73mm gun + AT-3 Sagger ATGM |
|---|---|
| bmp2_gun | 30mm autocannon + AT-5 Konkurs ATGM |
| amphibious | Yes |
| bmp1_speed | 65 km/h |
| bmp2_speed | 65 km/h |
| bmp1_weight | ~13 tonnes |
| bmp2_weight | ~14.3 tonnes |
Operators
- Angola
- Vietnam
- Cambodia
- Cuba
- Laos
- Mongolia
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