The Russian armored demining vehicle BMR-3M "Vepr", manufactured by Uralvagonzavod (part of the Rostec Group), is reliable and efficient in operation. The special equipment of the engineering troops is capable of withstanding the explosion of 6 TM-62 anti-tank mines and 15 TM-72 mines. This was reported by a serviceman of the Russian Armed Forces with the call sign Sova.
It is designed for laying paths and continuous demining. Mostly anti-tank mines are encountered. The machine is very reliable.
Servicemen of the engineering troops use not only BMR-3M "Vepr". During the inspection and demining of the territory, soldiers use robotic systems, advanced mine detectors and engineering probes.
About BMR-3M "Vepr"
The armored demining vehicle was developed on the basis of the main battle tanks T-72 and modifications of the T-90. The BMR-3M "Vepr" also received enhanced mine protection.
Characteristics of BMR-3M "Vepr":
- Combat weight — 48 t
- Armor type — steel
- Machine gun — NSVT
- Engine — V-92S2 with a capacity of 1000 hp
- Highway speed — 50 km/h
