The BTR-82A (Russian: бронетранспортер/Bronetransporter, literally "Armoured Transporter") is an 8x8 wheeled armoured personnel carrier (APC) being manufactured by Military Industrial Company of Russia for use by the armies of Russia and Kazakhstan.The BTR-82A is an upgraded version of the BTR-80A wheeled armored vehicles.
The first prototypes of the vehicle were unveiled in December 2009. In April 2010, Russian defence industry has started to market the BTR-82 and BTR-82A as a modernization program for existing BTR-80 operators.
Russia will supply Kazakhstan until 2013, with 100 armoured vehicles BTR-82: 30 in 2011 and 70 in 2012.
The APC's features were demonstrated during the 15th Interpolitex State Security Materiel Show at the All-Russia Exhibition Centre in Moscow in October 2011. It was also displayed at the Russian Expo Arms 2011 show in Nizhny Tagil.
Production of the BTR-82A APCs for the Russian Army was started in September 2013. The first APC is expected to be delivered in 2014.
Design
The BTR-82A APC was developed based on the design of BTR-80A. The vehicle offers improved protection capabilities than its predecessor.The vehicle is fitted with a reinforced multi-layer floor which provides protection against mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
The APC measures 7.65m in length, 2.9m in width and 2.8m in height. It has a weight of 15,400kg and accommodates up to three crew and seven troops. The cabin is fitted with new seats, air-conditioning system to provide more comfort for the occupants and a special suspension that have energy-absorbing properties which increase the protection for the personnel inside the vehicle against mine blast. It is also fitted with an overpressure nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) protection system. The hull of the BTR-82A is made with new armored vehicle ballistic protection of laminated synthetic material such as Kevlar to provide ballistic protection.
Armament
The BTR-82A APC can perform combat operations 24 hours a day. The main armament of the APC is 30mm dual-feed automatic cannon. The gun can fire armour piercing-tracer (AP-T) projectiles, high-explosive fragmentation-incendiary (HEF-I) and high-explosive-tracer (HE-T) ammunition.
The secondary armament of the vehicle includes a 7.62mm PKTM coaxial machine gun. The turret incorporates two-axis stabilisation, new sighting channels, and three forward-facing 81mm smoke grenade launchers on each side. The firing elevation ranges from -7° to +70°.The BTR-82A can fire on the move in day and night operations.
Observation and fire control
The gunner's station is equipped with TKN-4GA day / night fire control system. The commander is provided with advanced communications and topographic maps. The TKN-AI surveillance camera with laser range finder ensures the commander to detect enemy targets within the range of 3km.
The armoured vehicle is fitted with an improved fire extinguishing system, new R-168-25-U2 radio station, Trona-1 topographic orientation system, and night vision systems. The Trona-1 improves navigation by integrating the BTR-82A's navigation system with the receiver of Navstar GPS and GLONASS satellite navigation systems.
Accessories
The gunner gets a new stabilized day/night fire control system TKN-4GA. The vehicle command system is equipped with advanced communications, topographic maps and a surveillance camera (TKN-AI) for the vehicle's commander. TKN-AI is fitted with laser range finder which allows the commander of the vehicle to detect enemy target at a distance of 3 km. The BTR-82A is also equipped with an improved fire extinguishing system that improves safety in case of fire and explosion. To increase the comfort of the crew, the BTR-82A is equipped with air-conditioning system, which also serves to optimize operations conditions of electronic devices of the vehicle. The BTR-82A is equipped with new radio station R-168-25-U2, topographic orientation system, "Trona-1" with an independent satellite channels and receiver navigation data. The Trona-1 positioning system is designed to enhance the accuracy and credibility of navigation data by integration of the vehicle's navigation system with the receiver of the GLONAS and NAVSTAR satellite navigation systems. The BTR-82A is fully amphibious, and an overpressure NBC system, night vision equipment and a central tyre-pressure regulation system are fitted.
Engine and mobility
The BTR-82A is powered by KAMAZ 740.14-300 turbo diesel engine which generates a power of 300hp. The vehicle can accomplish a maximum speed of 100km/h on road and has a maximum range of 600km. The upgraded transmission components ensure increased average speed on uneven surfaces.
The fully amphibious vehicle also integrates a central tyre-pressure monitoring system and is propelled by a water-jet when on the water.
Specifications
Armament
One 30 mm cannon and one coaxial 7.62 mm machine gun.
Country users
Russia, Kazakhstan
Designer Country
Russia
Manufacturer
Military Industrial Company of Russia
Accessories
Fire control system TKN-4GA, surveillance camera TKN-AI, air-conditionning. Trona-1 positionning system.
Crew
3 + 7 soldiers
Armor
Protection against small arms ans shell splinters, multi-layer floor increase protection against IED's.
Weight
14,550 kg
Speed
80 km/h maximum road speed
Range
600 km
Dimensions
Length, 7.65 m; Width, 2.9 m; Height, 2.8 m