BMPT Strazh: The Ukrainian Terminator

Yontzee · July 20, 2023, 3:04am

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BMPT Strazh: The Ukrainian Terminator

The BMPT Strazh on display at the 2017 Arms and Security expo.

Basic Description:
- The BMPT Strazh, or Sentinel, is a modified T-64 that is designed to be an urban fire support vehicle developed by the Zhytomyr Armored Plant. First debuted in 2017 at the Arms and Security expo, the vehicle itself is designed on the chassis of the T-64 main battle tank, featuring the same armor and crew placement, engine, and drivetrain. One note is that the hull is equipped with dynamic protection in the form of Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA) which is either the Kontact-1, which can withstand HEAT-shaped charges or Nozh, which is a Ukrainian developed ERA block that can withstand both HEAT-shaped charges and APFSDS-T rounds. It has been noted to have similar, if not better performance to the Soviet Kontact-5 ERA. Rather than use the T-64 turret, the BMPT Strazh features the ‘Doublet’ combat module which is armed with twin ZTM-2 30mm autocannons which are the Ukrainian version of the 2A42 autocannon. Both cannons can fire simultaneously or independently to save ammunition and continue sustained fire operations. Other equipment is two dual Barrier Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) launchers, for a total of four missiles, capable of firing the R-2 ATGM which can penetrate up to 800mm of RHA behind ERA, a 30mm KBA-117 grenade launcher, and 2x coaxial KT-7.62mm machine guns. Electronic wise, the BMPT Strazh features 3rd-generation thermal imagers and laser rangefinder integrated into the ‘Doublet’ module through the Tandem-2-2 fire control system. The Gunner utilizes the Tandem-2-2 Electro-optical sight located between the two main guns while the Commander can also operate the main gun from his/her station utilizing an independent display. Currently, the Ukrainian Army nor any other military utilizes the BMPT Strazh and remains in prototype status with trials conducted in 2018.
- The ‘Doublet’ module can substitute the R-2 missile for Konkurs-M missiles.
- In terms of ammunition, the ZTM-1 (2A72) and ZTM-2 (2A42) utilize the 30x165 cartridge which allows both cannons to use the same ammunition. The Precision Mechanic Plant in Western Ukraine launched serial-production of Soviet 30x165 ammunition including the 3UBR8 Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot round with Tracer (APDS-T) round, 3UBR6 Armor Piercing round with Tracer (AP-T) round, 3UOR6 High-Explosive Incendiary Fragmentation round with Tracer (F-T) and the 3UOF8 High Explosive Incendiary round (HEF-I).
- Special thanks to @YIN67LIV@psn!
Specifications:
- Role: Fire Support Vehicle
- Origin:
  - Ukraine
- Armament:
  - Primary: 2x ZTM-2 30mm Autocannons
    - Cartridge: 30x165
    - Ammunition:
      - 3UBR8 APDS-T (BP)
      - 3UBR6 AP-T (BT)
      - 3UOR6 HEF-I (OFZ)
      - 3UOF8 F-T (OT)
  - Coaxial: 2x KT-7.62mm Machine Guns
  - Roof-Mounted: KBA-117 30mm Grenade Launcher
  - Tertiary: 2x2 Barrier 212 ATGM Launcher (4x missiles total)
    - Missile:
      - RK-2S Missile
        
        Warhead: Tandem-HEAT
        
        Caliber: 130mm
        
        Range: out to 5km
        
        Penetration: at least 800mm of RHA behind ERA.
        
        Guidance: Semi-Active Laser
      - RK-2OF
        
        Warhead: HE-FRAG
        
        Caliber: 130mm
        
        Range: out to 5km
        
        Penetration: at least 60mm of RHA.
        
        Guidance: Semi-Active Laser
- Dimensions:
  - Length: 6.540m
  - Width: 3.415m
  - Height: 2.580m
  - Weight: 33t
- Mobility:
  - Engine: 700hp 5TDF Liquid-cooled Diesel Engine
  - Max Speed: 60km/h
  - Transmission: Manual (7-Forward, 1-Reverse)
  - Suspension: Torsion Bar
Crew:
- Commander
- Gunner
- Driver
Features:
- Doublet Module
  - Note: The ZTM-2 autocannons can fire independently to preserve ammunition or sustained fire or can fire simultaneously.
- Laser Rangefinder
- 6x 81mm Smoke Grenade Launchers
- ESS
- Entrenching Blade
- Armor:
  - Nozh ERA
  - Kontact-1 ERA
- Optics:
  - Gunner/Commander: Thermal Imager
    - Note: The Gunner and Commander share the Electro-optical sight system.
  - Driver: Night Vision Device
In-game :
- A true multi-mission platform, this T-64 variant is highly unique, featuring 4x ATGM’s, 30mm grenade launcher, and 2x ZTM-2 30mm autocannons that can absolutely tear apart low flying aircraft, helicopters, light tanks, and heavily armored main battle tanks. Not to mention, it can be equipped with Nozh or Kontact-1 ERA that is capable of stopping heavy munitions. One drawback is that the ‘Doublet’ Combat Module has low armor protection. While it is unmanned, the weak armor, especially in urban environments, could be disastrous for the BMPT ‘Strazh’, especially front Artillery Fragments, HE, or HEAT rounds.
- Estimated Battle Rating: 10.3.
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