BMD-2

 

The Russian armored infantry fighting vehicle BMD-2

 

 

     The BMD-2 is a Russian armored infantry fighting vehicle destined for paratrooper units. It was developed in the Soviet Union during the 80’s by Kourganmachzavod. The BMD-2 was put into service in 1985.

 

 

Armament
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Gun : 30 mm 2A42
Coaxial machine gun : 7.62 mm PKT
Bow machine gun : 7.62 mm PKT
Missile : 9M111 Fagot/AT-4 Spigot, 9M113 Konkurs/AT-5 Spandrel
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Specifications
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Crew : 3 + 5
Powertrain : 5D20, 240 hp
Speed : 60 km/h
Water speed : 10 km/h
Weight : 8.2 t
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Dimensions
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Length : 5.40 m
Length with barrel : 5.91 m
Width : 2.63 m
Height : 1.61 to 1.96 m