BMP-2 (Object 675)

The BMP-2 (Object 675 / Ob'yekt 675) is a Soviet second-generation amphibious infantry fighting vehicle, developed as an improvement over the earlier BMP-1.

It entered service in the early 1980s. The main differences from the BMP-1 include a new two-man turret, a 30mm 2A42 autocannon (replacing the BMP-1’s 73mm gun), improved night vision, and the ability to fire new anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) such as the Konkurs and Fagot. The vehicle is fully amphibious and can carry a squad of infantry.

Key features of the BMP-2:

• Armament: 30mm 2A42 autocannon, 7.62mm PKT coaxial MG, ATGM launcher (Konkurs or Fagot)
• Crew: 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 infantry
• Armor: Welded steel, protection against small arms and shell splinters
• Amphibious capability

Some, but not all, of the BMP-2 variants:

Variant	Main Differences/Features	Based On
BMP-2D	Extra armor, no amphibious capability	BMP-2
BMP-2K	Command equipment, extra radios, reduced troop space	BMP-2
BMP-2M	Modernized FCS, new ATGMs, thermal sights, armor upgrades	BMP-2
BRM-2	Recon equipment, mast, radar, modified turret	BMP-2
BMO-1	Flamethrower carrier, no turret armament	BMP-2
BMP-2S	Ambulance, turret removed, medical fit-out	BMP-2
BMP-2 w/ ERA	Explosive reactive armor blocks	BMP-2
BVP-2 (Czech)	Local production, minor changes	BMP-2
Sarath (India)	Local production, some Indian systems	BMP-2

More Informattion:

• Military Today: BMP-2 IFV
• Army Recognition: BMP-2
• Jane’s Armour and Artillery
• BMP-2 Variants Overview – Military Sphere
• BMP-2 Variants Analysis – Military Sphere