The Belarusian "140th Repair Plant" (Borisov) sent a batch of modernized T-72BM2 tanks to the troops. The transfer of combat vehicles took place on the eve of May 9. This was reported by the press service of the State Military Industrial Committee of Belarus.
For 83 years, since the Great Patriotic War, the Borisov enterprise has been giving a second life to armored vehicles.
What has changed in the T-72BM2
- Enhanced protection. The area of modular reactive armor has been increased, anti-cumulative grilles and side screens have been installed on the engine compartment.
- Installed a modern fire control system — the multi-channel "Sosna-U" sight has thermal imaging and laser channels. The commander can fire the cannon.
- Reduced thermal and acoustic signature. Thanks to the built-in diesel generator, all electronic systems, including communications, sights, and observation, can operate with the main engine turned off.
- Improved communication. The tank is equipped with new generation digital secure communication tools.
In addition, the T-72BM2 received a boosted V-84MS engine with 840 hp and a modernized chassis. The power unit provides high mobility for the combat vehicle.
Belarusian specialists follow the main rule of Soviet engineers — to create reliable, maintainable tanks with high firepower. The modernization of the T-72BM2 is a contribution to maintaining peace, summarized the State Military Industrial Committee of Belarus.
