VIDEO: NEW HEAVY INFANTRY FIGHTING VEHICLE SPOTTED IN RUSSIA

Video: New heavy infantry fighting vehicle spotted in Russia. Photo and video: Twitter @Volke__

A new heavy infantry fighting vehicle (IFV), apparently based on the main battle tank platform T-72, has been spotted in Nizhny Tagil, Russia.

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The brief video footage, captured near the Uralvagonzavod testing ground — the home of the Russian T-72, T-90, and T-14 Armata tank production — has sparked significant interest and speculation among defense analysts.

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This new tracked IFV resembles the T-15 IFV but features a different track base, with only six road wheels per side, in contrast to the T-15 chassis on the Armata platform.

T-15 IFV. Photo: Wikimedia

The development of this new armored vehicle is likely driven by the need for mass production of heavy IFVs to bolster Russian military forces. On the battlefield, armored vehicles face a variety of threats, and heavy armor can provide the critical protection needed for the crew.

The choice of the T-72 chassis reflects the Russian defense industry’s focus on cost efficiency, scalability, and ease of maintenance, especially amidst ongoing economic challenges.

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The choice of the widely-used T-72 platform makes sense considering the current state of the Russian defense industry, which is deeply engaged in a costly war with Ukraine. This option allows for simpler and more economical production and maintenance processes while providing necessary protection in combat scenarios.

Source and video: Twitter @Volke__. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.

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