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BRM-3K Rys

Amphibious combat reconnaissance vehicleFielded 1995Pending verification
Land ForcesRUS
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System
TypeAmphibious combat reconnaissance vehicle
Date of introduction1995
ProliferationAt least 2 countries
ManufacturerRussian UralVagonZavod companyMed[1]
Crew6Med[1]
Automotive performance
EngineUTD-29 DieselMed[1]
Engine power500 hpMed[1]
Cruising range600 km373 mi · 324 nmiMed[1]
Max road speed70 km/h43 mph · 38 ktMed[1]
Swim speed10 km/h6 mph · 5 ktMed[1]
FordingAmphibiousMed[1]
Protection
Hull ArmorThe hull of the BRM-3K Rys is built from aluminium (possibly the ABT-102 alloy from Nii Stali), which is then covered with bolt-on hardened steel armour. Without the steel, the aluminium protects against small-arms fire and shell splinters Med[1]
Applique ArmorAvailableMed[1]
NBC ProtectionCrew protection is provided by an NBC system that includes the GO-27 radiation detector and a borated polyethylene lining; the latter absorbs neutrons and gamma radiation and the former seals the vehicle the moment harmful contaminants are Med[1]
Armament
Secondary armament1 x PK Machine Gun, "Kalashnikov's Machine Gun")Med[1]
Variants
Ammunition noteProvision is made for an ATGW launcher and four missiles. The ATGW system can be dismounted and fired remotely from the vehicle.[1]
BRM-3K / Kredo-1BRM-3K CRV with 2-3m mast with a Kredo-1 radar system. Catherine 2nd generation thermal sight night range to 5-7 km. 1D22 LTD ranges to 7 km.[1]
Summary

The BRM-3K Rys Russian Amphibious Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle (CRV) is based on the BMP-3. It is equipped to provide forward detection and identification of opposition forces and is fitted with sufficient firepower to ensure that the vehicle can extract itself from contact.

Draft entry. Values come from the cited public sources and are awaiting editor verification.
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Sources
  1. BRM-3K Rys Russian Amphibious Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle (CRV), U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)
    Published/updated 2026-03-20 · Tier 1 · checked 2026-10-10
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  • 2026-10-10 Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import