BMP-2 Sarath
Type: Infantry Combat Vehicle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: India
Manufacturer: Ordnance Factory Board
First Deployed: 1987
Overview
The BMP-2 Sarath is the license-produced Indian variant of the Soviet BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle, forming the backbone of the Indian Army mechanized infantry with approximately 1,900 vehicles in service. Produced at the Ordnance Factory Board facilities in India, the Sarath provides the Indian Army with an amphibious IFV capable of accompanying T-90 and Arjun tanks across diverse terrain including deserts, plains, and river crossings. The 2A42 30mm autocannon provides significant firepower against light armor and infantry positions, while the 9M113 Konkurs ATGM adds 4 km anti-armor capability. Despite its Soviet-era origins, the Sarath has been progressively upgraded with improved sights, electronics, and mine protection packages for operations in different theaters.
Technical Specifications
| atgm | 9M113 Konkurs (4 km range) |
|---|---|
| crew | 3 + 7 dismounts |
| range | 600 km |
| engine | UTD-20 diesel (300 hp) |
| weight | ~14.3 tonnes |
| max_speed | 65 km/h (road); 7 km/h (amphibious) |
| secondary | 7.62mm PKT coaxial MG |
| fleet_size | ~1,900 vehicles |
| main_armament | 2A42 30mm autocannon |
Operators
- Indian Army (mechanized infantry)
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