PRP-3 (Val) Russian Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
PRP-3
Armored Reconnaissance Vehicle
Other
Basic Information
Name
PRP-3 (Val) Russian Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
Designation
PRP-3
Alternate Designation
PRP-3
Equipment Type
Armored Reconnaissance Vehicle
Manufacturer
Rubtsovsk Machine Building Plant, a part of Russian company Uralvagonzavod
Date of Introduction
1972
Description
The PRP-3 is a forward observation vehicle of Soviet origin. Development took place throughout the 1960's. Its role is to acquire the exact location of enemy unit formations. Additionally it plots enemy artillery positions for counter battery fire. The PRP-3 was succeeded on the production line by the PRP-4 series.
Ground Specifications
Crew
5
Engine
V-6 Diesel (300 hp)
Active Protection
None
NBC Protection
Yes
Range
550.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
PRP-3
Type
Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle / Forward Observer
Manufacturer
Rubtsovsk Machine Building Plant, a part of Russian company Uralvagonzavod.
Family
PRP Series
Crew
5 ea
Passenger Capacity
INA
Chassis
The PRP-3 is based on the BMP-1.
Dimensions
Length
6.74 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
2.15 m
Weight, Combat
13.8 tons
Ground Pressure
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
UTD-20
Engine Type
V6, Diesel
Engine Power
300 hp
Range
550 km
Speed, Maximum Road
65 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
INA
Speed Maximum Swim
7 km/h
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
0.7 m
Trench
2.2 m
Fording Depth
Amphibious
Main Gun
Note
The PRP-3is armed only with a 7.62 mm machine gun for self-defense.
Communications
R-123M Radio
2 x Radio Sets
R-124 Radio
1 x Radio Set
R-108 Radio
1 x Radio Set
Note:
Monitors multiple Command and Fire Control nets.
Radar
Name
1 x IRL-123 Battlefield Surveillance Radar (Small Fred)
Type
Tactical Ground Tracking and Detection Radar
Wavelength
J-Band (10-20 Ghz)
Targets
This radar detects mobile and stationary targets.
Detection Range
20 km
Tracking Range
7 km
Fire Control
Name
INA
Computerized FCS
No
Laser Rangefinder
Yes, model 1D6
Thermal Camera
No
Optical Electronic Surveillance System Range
20-40 meters
Dismounted Observation Post Maximum Distance from the Vehicle
6 km
Protection
Hull Armor
The vehicle's armor is welded rolled steel varying in thickness between 6 millimetres (0.24 in) thick on the top of the hull. Armor of this reconnaissance vehicle provides all-round protection against 12.7 mm rounds. Front arc partially withstands 20 mm rounds.
Turret Armor
33 mm
Applique Armor
Available
Explosive Reactive Armor
No
Active Protection System
No
Mine Clearing
No
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Reconnaissance Vehicles
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Reconnaissance Vehicles
Filter Label
P
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
6.74 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
2.15 m
Weight
13800 kg
Operators (2)
Russia
CFE Treaty
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