BMP-K-64 Ukrainian 8x8 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

BMP-K-64

Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

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Basic Information

Name

BMP-K-64 Ukrainian 8x8 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

Designation

BMP-K-64

Alternate Designation

BMP-K-64; BMPT-K-64

Equipment Type

Amphibious Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

Manufacturer

The BMP-K-64 armored personnel carrier was developed as a private venture by Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau.

Date of Introduction

2014

Description

The BMP-K-64 Ukrainian 8x8 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) was developed as a private venture by Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau. Previously this vehicle was referred as BMPT-K-64. It is a conversion of the ageing T-64 main battle tank.

Ground Specifications

Crew 3

Engine Diesel (700 hp)

NBC Protection Yes

Max Speed 105.0 km/h

Range 800.0 km

System

Alternative Designation BMP-K-64; BMPT-K-64

Type Armored Personnel Carrier (APC)

Manufacturer The BMP-K-64 armored personnel carrier was developed as a private venture by Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau.

Configuration 8x8

Crew 3 ea

Passengers 8 ea

Dimensions

Length 6.0 m

Width 3.1 m

Height 1.9 m

Weight, Combat 17.7 tons

Automotive

Engine Name 5TDF

Engine Type Diesel

Engine Power 700 hp

Maximum Range 800 km

Maximum Speed 105 km/h

Amphibious No

Gradient 60%

Side Slope 40%

Vertical Step 0.5 m

Trench 2.0 m

Fording 1.2 m

Main Weapon System

Note The BMP-K-64 is fitted with remotely controlled weapon station, armed with a 12.7 mm machine gun. Other weapons can be also fitted, including 30 mm or even 90 mm gun.

Protection

Armor It is claimed that front arc withstands hits from 90 mm armor-piercing projectiles. Sides can withstand hits from RPG-7 grenade launcher. Rear end of the vehicle provides protection against 14.5 mm armor-piercing rounds. Protection against landmines and IED blasts has been increased. The BMP-K-64 withstands mine blasts equivalent to 10 kg of TNT.

Applique Armor Add-on explosive reactive armor blocks can be fitted for a higher level of protection.

NBC Protection Yes

Smoke Equipment INA

Image Sources

Notes https://www.militarytoday.com/apc/bmp_k_64.htm; https://www.reddit.com/r/WeirdWheels/comments/pv0bk5/the_bmpk64_a_wheeled_conversion_of_the_normally/;

Details

Country of Origin Ukraine

Category Land

Land

Classification

Domain

Ground

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

Length

6 m

Width

3.1 m

Height

1.9 m

Weight

17700 kg

Operators (1)

Ukraine

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