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The BMPT "Terminator" (Боевая машина поддержки танков – Tank Support Fighting Vehicle)[2] is an armored fighting vehicle (AFV), designed and manufactured by the Russian company Uralvagonzavod. This vehicle was designed for supporting tanks and other AFVs in urban areas. The BMPT is unofficially named the "Terminator" by the manufacturers. It is heavily armed and armored to survive in urban combat. The AFV is armed with four 9M120 Ataka missile launchers, two 30 mm 2A42 autocannons, two AG-17D grenade launchers, and one coaxial 7.62 mm PKTM machine gun.

Key Information

The BMPT is built on the chassis of the widely used T-72 main battle tank. The BMPT was designed based on combat experience gained during the Soviet–Afghan War and the First Chechen War. Multiple prototypes of a tank support combat vehicle were created prior to the design of the current BMPT. The Object 199 "Ramka" was the prototype later to be designated the modern BMPT with the official producer being Uralvagonzavod. By late 2013, the only operator of the BMPT was Kazakhstan.

A small number were delivered to the Russian Ground Forces for evaluation beginning in 2005. The Russian Defence Ministry finally ordered the BMPT in August 2017.[citation needed] Deliveries of more than 10 vehicles were begun in early 2018. On 1 December 2021, the first BMPT company of nine combat vehicles was introduced into one of the tank regiments of the tank division of the Central Military District.[3] The version, unofficially dubbed the "Terminator-3", incorporates the chassis, hulls, and components of the T-14 Armata tank.[4]

Examples of an "upgraded" version of the BMPT-72 are participating in the Russian invasion of Ukraine, first observed during the battle of Sieverodonetsk in Ukraine.[5][1]

Design history

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During the Battle of Grozny (1994–95), it was evident that infantry fighting vehicles, like the BMP-2 (pictured), did not have sufficient protection for urban combat.[6]

The history of the BMPT's development can be traced back to the Soviet–Afghan War. Combat experience during the lengthy war revealed that infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) like the BMP-1 and BMP-2 cannot fully deal with infantry, despite the BMP-2's high gun elevation. Although main battle tanks (MBTs) possessed a high amount of firepower, the limited elevation and depression angles of the main gun made them easy targets in mountainous and urban terrain. It was evident that a new vehicle concept was needed. In the 1980s, the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant began designing prototypes for the new concept, early prototypes being Object 781, Object 782, and Object 787. The main requirements for this new machine were to possess large firepower, high angles of elevation and depression, and protection equivalent to that of an MBT. An additional requirement that was meant to supplement the latter was enhanced protection from close-range hand-held RPGs.[6]

The need for such a vehicle became even more evident during the First Chechen War. When using conventional armor during urban engagements, Russian forces suffered heavy losses in manpower and equipment, including the destruction of an entire mechanized brigade during the First Battle of Grozny. While these losses cannot be entirely blamed on technology, it became clear that a dedicated anti-personnel fighting vehicle would provide valuable assistance in an urban environment. Self-propelled anti-aircraft guns were used as a temporary solution in Chechnya. However, these vehicles were not well-armored and did not possess the obstacle-clearing capabilities of an MBT.[7]

There have been several different prototype designs of a tank support fighting vehicle, like the Object 193A and the Object 745. A mock-up of the Object 199 was shown for the first time in public during the summer of 2000. This vehicle was slightly different from the current design, being armed with only a single 2A42 30 mm gun and with four 9M133 Kornet missiles located on one side of the turret. The production model of the BMPT was introduced in 2002 and featured twin 30 mm autocannons, two independent 30 mm automatic grenade launchers, and four Ataka missile launchers.[6]

Mission

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When used in urban terrain, each main battle tank is to be deployed with two BMPTs. Outside of urban warfare that ratio is reversed with one BMPT protecting two main battle tanks.[8] This results from the complexity of fighting in urban terrain and the need for a versatile anti-personnel platform that can engage multiple targets at once and on different height levels. The introduction of such a vehicle makes urban fighting less stressful on MBTs and can relieve them of some of the workload so that they can concentrate on their main objective of engaging other tanks and hardened targets. The BMPT's armor protection is equal to that of an MBT and its powerful armaments allow it to engage virtually any enemy formation while operating in a common battle formation. Thanks to the multiple weapons systems found on the BMPT, this vehicle is able to fire at multiple targets simultaneously.[6] These features significantly help increase the combat effectiveness of tank units and decrease their losses from enemy close-combat assets.[9]

Description

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Armament

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The armament includes an unmanned turret[10] armed with:

  • four launchers for the 130 mm 9M120 Ataka-T anti-tank guided missile (ATGM)
  • two 30 mm 2A42 with 850 rounds
  • either two AG-17D or two AGS-30 30 mm grenade launchers with 600 rounds
  • one 7.62 mm PKTM machine gun with 2,000 rounds

Anti-tank guided weapons

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Further information: 9M120 Ataka

The BMPT uses the Ataka missile to defeat heavily armored vehicles like tanks (shaped charge), infantry (thermobaric warhead) or aircraft (continuous-rod warhead). These missiles are carried only within their launchers, without any additional ones stowed away. A pair of ATGM launchers is located on each side of the turret. These launchers have an elevation of up to +25° and depression down to −5°.[11] Laser beam riding SACLOS is the method of guidance used by the Terminator's ATGMs. The original 9M120 Ataka missile is 130 mm in diameter and features a tandem warhead capable of defeating explosive reactive armor (ERA). The tandem warhead penetrates 800 mm of Rolled homogeneous armor (RHA) behind ERA with later variants capable of penetrating 950 mm of RHA after ERA. The anti-personnel variant (9M120F) contains a thermobaric warhead and yields a blast effect of 9.5 kg in TNT equivalence.[12][13] This missile's average speed for all variants is 400 m/s when reaching a target located 5.8 km from the launcher for a flight time of 14.5 seconds. The 9M120 has an operational range of up to 6 km[d] and travels at a supersonic speed of 550 m/s.[12]

Autocannons

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Further information: 30 mm automatic cannon 2A42

The main weapons of BMPT are the two 30 mm 2A42 autocannons. A total of 850 rounds of ready-to-use ammunition can be carried. These twin autocannons have a combined fire rate of 600 rounds per minute, which gives a continuous fire time of 85 seconds (1 min 25 sec) before running out of ammo (not considering the constraints that limit the practical rate of fire, such as barrel overheating). Traverse of the autocannons is synchronised with the turret and they can elevate between −5° and +45°. The twin 2A42s are stabilized in the vertical and horizontal planes.[11] One of the guns fires armor-piercing rounds while the other fires anti-personnel rounds. A wide range of ammunition is used by the 2A42 autocannon and they include: High Explosive-Tracer (HE-T), Armor-piercing discarding sabot (APDS), High Explosive Fragmentation (HE-FRAG) and Armor-Piercing-Tracer (AP-T). These rounds have effective ranges between 2,500 m and 4,000 m depending on the variant. The muzzle velocity of the projectiles is 960 m/s.[14] A 7.62 mm PKTM machine gun is mounted coaxially with the main armament and holds 2,000 rounds.[6]

Grenade launchers

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Further information: AGS-17
Further information: AGS-30

A pair of either AGS-17D or AGS-30 grenade launchers[15] are carried, one located on each side of the BMPT, and operated by a single crew member. A total of 600 rounds of 30 mm grenades are carried for both grenade launchers. There is no reloading for the grenade launchers because each one holds 300 rounds in a single belt.[6] Only vertical stabilization is provided for the grenade launchers. The horizontal angles that the AG-17Ds can cover are from 5° (to the left) to 27° (to the right) for the right grenade launcher and from 27° (to the left) and 5° (to the right) for the left grenade launcher. The maximum vertical elevation is +20° and the minimum is −5.5°.[11] The muzzle velocity is 185 m/s and the fire rate is 420–480 rds/min, which gives a continuous fire time (both barrels combined) of 37–43 seconds before running out of ammo (not considering the constraints that limit the practical rate of fire, such as barrel overheating). An effective range of 1,700 m is provided while the kill radius of the 30 mm grenades is seven meters.[16] Automatic grenade launcher operators are equipped with the "Agat-MR" day/night independent stabilized sights.[6]

Fire control system

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The commander's panoramic sight (located on the roof) gives the BMPT hunter-killer capabilities by continuously scanning targets for the gunner.[6]

To enable the BMPT to engage targets in both day and night conditions and when the BMPT is stationary or moving, a computerized fire-control system is fitted. The sight of the gunner includes a thermal channel, an optical channel, a guided ATGM channel, and a laser rangefinder. The field of view sight has an independent stabilization in two planes. The sights provide detection of targets at ranges up to 7,000 m in poor weather conditions.[6] The commander's B07-K1 panoramic sight is located at the top of the BMPT and has a 360° field of view. This panoramic sight has optical, low-level laser rangefinder and television channels. The B07-K2 standard gunner's sight consists of optical and thermal channels and a laser rangefinder. The vehicle also has hunter-killer capabilities with its separate commander's panoramic sight and gunner's sight which can detect both ground and aerial targets. The gunner is able to use the commander's sight to engage targets if his own sight is disabled or destroyed. The commander of the vehicle also has the ability to override the command to take control of the turret and guns from the gunner. The navigation system used by the BMPT is a combined GPS/GLONASS module.[6]

Protection

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The Terminator possesses a System 902A automatic smoke grenade launcher on both sides of the turret which serves as camouflage and provides protection against guided weapons.[9] When the screening system warns the crew of laser tracking, a smoke screen is created by the launch of grenades. Special attention was paid to the survivability of the BMPT and its crew. Certain measures were taken to ensure this like placing the fuel tanks in a sealed housing compartment and fastening the seats towards the roof in case of a mine penetration.[9] There are additional fuel tanks located in the rear of the hull in an armored compartment on the left fender. The vehicle is equipped with an automatic fire fighting system to fight any fires that will ignite within the vehicle.

Armor is reinforced with 3rd generation "Relikt" ERA on the frontal armor and both sides of hull and turret, slat (cage) armor in the rear. Missile launchers are reinforced by armored shields, protecting them from splinters and small arms fire. Weapon station is only armored against small arms fire.

Mobility

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The maximum speed of the vehicle is 60 km/h over highways and a cruising range of 550 km with external fuel tanks. The BMPT can cross a trench that's as long as 2.7 ± 0.1 m and overcome vertical obstacles as high as 0.85 m. Like the T-72, the transmission of the engine is manual with seven gears for forward and one gear for reverse. The maximum gradient for the BMPT is 30° and 25° when climbing forwards and travelling along a side respectively. Fording capabilities are provided by the BMPT. It can cross water obstacles with a depth of 1.2 m without preparation and 1.8 m with five minutes of preparation. When installed with a snorkel kit, this vehicle is able to cross rivers up to five meters in depth.[11]

Crew and life support

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The rear of the driver's compartment, at the front of the vehicle, has been raised, providing greater internal volume. It uses proven elements from those fitted to the T-90 MBT.[9] The Terminator has a crew of five which consists of: a vehicle commander, a driver, a gunner, and two grenade launcher operators. NBC protection is provided to the crew to ensure survival against radiation, chemical and biological weapons. As an option, the BMPT can be fitted with mine-clearing devices such as the KMT-7 or KMT-8 mine sweepers. T-72 tanks can be also converted into BMPT.[9]

BMPT-72 Terminator 2

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BMPT-72 "Terminator 2" is an improvement over its predecessor. It is made from a T-72 hull where the turret is replaced with a "Terminator" module and armament.[17][18] The Terminator 2 can be effectively used to destroy enemy tanks, armored personnel carriers and other armored assets, and to suppress enemy firing emplacements and infantry using grenade launchers and antitank weapons systems.[19] Unlike the Terminator 1 however, the Terminator 2 is a retrofit only package, with old T-72B or T-72M tanks being upgraded to BMPT-72 standard. The Terminator 2 is aimed at the export market (in particular as part of offset deals).

The conversion process of the obsolete vehicles can be undertaken at the customer facilities.[20]

Armament and FCS

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The two automatic grenade launchers are removed along with its operators, reducing the crew to three;[20][19] the number of munitions for the Ataka missiles, 2A42 autocannons, and PKTM machine gun remains unchanged. A new and improved FCS is installed in the BMPT-72.[21] The ballistic computer is electronic and fully digital with a set of weather and topographical sending units.[19]

Air burst munitions are under development for BMPT and other Russian military vehicles.[22][23]

Protection

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Although the weight of the new BMPT is reduced by four metric tonnes, its level of protection isn't lower than that of its predecessor.[19] The Terminator 2's length and width is reduced compared to the original Terminator. The BMPT-72 has a height of 3.33 m and a width of 3.6 m while the Object 199 Ramka had a height of 3.44 m and a width of 3.8 m. Additional slat armor is fitted on the rear and sides of the chassis to increase protection against rocket propelled grenades. Missile launchers for the Ataka missiles are fitted with extra armor to provide protection against splinters and small arms fire.[21] CBRN protection is provided for the crew members and is collective.[19] A type R-168-25UE-2 radio is installed on board the Terminator 2.[19]

Mobility

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The mobility of the BMPT-72 does not differ significantly from the original BMPT.[19]

An auxiliary diesel APU is also fitted that allows to keep most of the functions activated while the main engine is off. Two options are available, a small 5 kW DGU-5-P27 5-VM1 and a 8 kW DGU-8-P27 5-VM1.

"Terminator 3"

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BMPT ("Terminator 3") – is a new design model of Tank Support Fighting Vehicle based on the Armata Universal Combat Platform with a crew of 3 or 4. Possible armament would be one or two 57 mm autocannons (ammo storage problem), 4x ATGM Sprinter, 2x AGS-40 Balkan automatic grenade launchers, one or two 7.62 mm PKTM machine guns. It will have an automatic gun turret RCWS and in the future may have integrated air defense systems and be fully unmanned.[24]

Armata is powered by a new generation 1,500 hp multifuel diesel engine coupled with a hydro-mechanical automatic transmission (unlike the two predecessors), with a maximum road speed of 65–70 km/h (40–43 mph), an operational range of 550 km (340 mi), and a power-to-weight ratio of over 30 hp/tonne.[citation needed]

Operational history

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Russian invasion of Ukraine

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The BMPT was first deployed by Russia in Ukraine on 18 May 2022, according to RIA Novosti.[25] The BMPTs deployed to Ukraine appear to have been fitted with AGS-17 grenade launchers.[26] With only around 10 BMPTs in service, they have a limited impact on the war.[27] They were first observed during the battle of Sieverodonetsk in Ukraine.[5][27] In late May 2022, footage emerged of 2 BMPTs in action with Russian tanks during an offensive on Lysychansk, the armored group took positions on a hill and began shelling a highway below but was forced to retreat due to Ukrainian artillery fire.[28]

Of the approximately 10 BMPTs deployed, there is footage of 1 being destroyed and 2 being damaged in Ukraine. On 9 February 2023, a BMPT was destroyed by Ukrainian artillery near Kreminna, Luhansk.[29] In July 2023, the Russian 3rd Army Corps released footage of a Terminator using its 30mm autocannon and Ataka anti-tank missiles at night.[30] Later in August 2023, a second BMPT was damaged or destroyed by Ukrainian kamikaze drones near Spartak, Donetsk Oblast; a T-80 was also hit by a kamikaze drone while towing the BMPT away.[31] A third one was hit by a crowdfunded kamikaze drone in September 2023; a BREM-1 armoured recovery vehicle attempting to recover the BMPT was also reportedly destroyed.[32][33][34]

According to journalist and military expert Oleksandr Kovalenko, a BMPT Terminator was reportedly either destroyed or damaged in the Kurakhove direction in late October 2024, if true marking the first loss of such a vehicle in a year. [35]

Operators

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Map with BMPT Terminator operators in blue

Current operators

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 Algeria
  • People's National Army – In April 2016, Russia and Algeria concluded an agreement for the delivery of 300 Russian "Terminators". Deliveries started in 2018.[36][37] As of 2023, over 13 have been delivered.[38]
 Kazakhstan
  • Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan – 10 BMPT units were ordered in 2010 and delivered by Russia from 2011 to 2013.[39] In 2012, an additional 30 BMPTs were selected but may have not yet been ordered by late 2013.[39] As of early 2014, in addition to the purchase of the vehicles, licensed assembly will be implemented with a number of techniques from kits supplied by Russia. This dual production between UralVagonZavod and Kazakhstan was scheduled to open by 2015.[40][41]
 Russia
  • Russian Ground Forces – The first contract was signed in 2017.[42] Deliveries started in March 2018[43] and continue as of late 2025 with enhanced protection according to Militarnyi.[44]

Failed bids

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 Azerbaijan
  • Azerbaijani Land Forces – At the DEX 2014 defence exhibition in Baku, Rosoboronexport proposed an in-depth modernization of the current T-72 tanks to the Tank Support Combat Vehicle configuration. Azeri President Ilham Aliyev expressed interest in the "Terminator-2" along with the Ka-52 "Alligator" helicopter.[45]
 Peru
  • Peruvian Army – Uralvagonzavod proposed a solution for modernization of old Russian made T-55s by installing the turret of the BMPT. The land forces of the Peruvian army wanted to purchase a new main battle tank in late 2013. According to Uralvagonzavod, the engine, transmission, and suspension of T-55 tank should not be changed if the upgrade takes place. It is also possible to upgrade the powerpack and suspension to increase the level of mobility.[46]

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The BMPT Terminator is a Russian armored fighting vehicle designed and manufactured by to provide support for main battle tanks, particularly in urban and close-quarters combat environments where armed with anti-tank weapons pose a significant threat. Built on the chassis of the , it features a heavily armed turret mounting two 30 mm 2A42 autocannons, four launchers, two AG-17D automatic launchers, and a coaxial 7.62 mm PKT , enabling it to engage personnel, light vehicles, and low-flying aircraft. Powered by a V-92S2 producing 1,000 horsepower, the vehicle achieves a maximum road speed of 65 km/h and is crewed by five personnel: a , , gunner, and two operators for the and systems. Development of the BMPT began in the as a response to lessons from the Soviet-Afghan War and Chechen conflicts, evolving from prototypes like Object 199 Ramka into the production model first publicly unveiled in 2010. Although officially adopted by the , production remained limited due to doctrinal debates and resource allocation, with only a small number entering service prior to 2022; exports were pursued to countries including and . Variants such as the BMPT-72 "Terminator 2" incorporate upgrades like reduced crew size to three and integration with /90 chassis for broader compatibility. In combat, the BMPT has seen deployment by Russian forces in the Ukraine conflict since 2022, primarily in assaults around Severodonetsk and other urban areas, where its multi-weapon configuration supports tank advances against dismounted threats; however, its impact has been constrained by low unit numbers—estimated at around ten vehicles initially—and vulnerability to modern anti-armor systems without dedicated screening. Recent deliveries from in 2025 signal resumed production to bolster frontline capabilities, though systemic challenges in Russian armored continue to limit widespread adoption.

Development

Origins in Soviet Concepts

The concept for a dedicated tank support combat vehicle emerged from operational deficiencies observed during the Soviet-Afghan War (1979-1989), where main battle tanks such as the and proved vulnerable to mujahideen ambushes using launchers from elevated positions and urban cover. Infantry fighting vehicles like the suffered high losses due to inadequate armor, limited gun elevation (typically 75 degrees maximum), and insufficient firepower against entrenched or light fortifications, necessitating a heavily armored platform capable of suppressing anti-tank threats, clearing building upper stories, and providing close-range without exposing tank crews. In response, the initiated prototype development in the late 1980s, focusing on chassis variants to leverage existing production infrastructure. The Object 781 (initiated around 1987) featured a modified B hull with two independently traversable remote-controlled turrets: each armed with a 30 mm 2A72 and coaxial 7.62 mm PKT , one turret additionally equipped for 9M133 Konkurs anti-tank guided missiles, and the hull mounting two 40 mm grenade launchers for anti-personnel use. Complementing it, the Object 782 (also circa 1987) utilized a similar B base but with a single turret integrating a 100 mm gun (as on the ) paired with a 30 mm 2A72 , plus twin 40 mm grenade launchers, emphasizing versatile direct-fire capabilities against both armored and soft targets. Initial evaluations favored the Object 781 for its multi-target engagement potential, positioning it as the leading candidate for serial production to enhance armored formations in high-threat environments. However, the in December 1991 terminated funding and halted further advancement of these projects, leaving the prototypes unfielded and shifting subsequent iterations to post-Soviet Russian efforts informed by Chechen War experiences.

Design Evolution and Prototypes

The concept for a dedicated tank support combat vehicle emerged in the , driven by vulnerabilities exposed during the Soviet-Afghan War, where infantry fighting vehicles like the suffered high losses from ambushes involving elevated fire and anti-tank weapons in mountainous and urban terrain. This prompted the to explore designs emphasizing multi-angle suppression to protect advancing tanks. In 1987, two early prototypes were developed on the T-72B chassis: Object 781 and Object 782. Object 781 featured two independent remote-controlled turrets, each armed with a 30 mm —one also equipped for anti-tank guided missiles—supplemented by two 40 mm automatic launchers for close-range suppression. Object 782, by contrast, employed a single manned turret mounting a 100 mm paired with a 30 mm cannon, akin to the , alongside dual launchers. Object 781 advanced further in testing but was abandoned following the Soviet Union's dissolution in 1991, which disrupted funding and production priorities. Post-Soviet experiences in the First and Second Chechen Wars (1994–1996 and 1999–2009) reinforced the need for urban combat support, leading to Object 787 ("Gadyuka") in 1996 on a T-72AV chassis. This design replaced the standard 125 mm main gun with twin 30 mm autocannons and a launcher for 12 unguided rockets, aiming to provide sustained fire against building-held threats while retaining tank-like mobility. It represented an incremental evolution toward modular firepower but did not enter production due to ongoing economic constraints and shifting military doctrines. By the early 2000s, advanced the concept with Object 199 ("Ramka"), the direct precursor to the BMPT, utilizing a / chassis. A mock-up was publicly unveiled in 2000, featuring a low-profile hull with a remote turret housing dual 30 mm 2A42 autocannons (upgraded from earlier 2A72 prototypes for improved stabilization and ), four Ataka launchers, and twin grenade launchers, operated by a five-person including three dedicated gunners. This configuration prioritized 360-degree engagement capability and reactive armor integration, addressing prototype feedback on cannon stability and ammunition feed reliability from prior designs. The Object 199 evolved into the production BMPT by refining ergonomics and sensor integration, with initial units tested on hulls as the BMPT Mod. 2000.

Initial Production and Adoption Challenges

Initial production of the BMPT Terminator was constrained by prolonged development delays and limited manufacturing scale following prototypes tested in the late . Although serial production commenced around after the vehicle's public unveiling in , output was minimal, with estimates indicating only about 23 units built in the initial years due to resource prioritization toward main battle tanks and fighting vehicles. These constraints stemmed from the Russian military's hesitation to invest in a specialized support vehicle amid post-Soviet budget limitations and a doctrine emphasizing massed armor over niche urban combat platforms. Adoption by the Russian Ground Forces faced doctrinal and organizational resistance, with the Ministry of Defense issuing its first contract in August 2017 after years of testing and debate over tactical integration. Early deliveries exceeded 10 vehicles starting in 2018, but fielding progressed slowly; the inaugural company of nine BMPTs was not operationalized until December 1, 2021, in the Central Military District. Key impediments included the vehicle's elevated cost relative to upgraded T-72 variants, complexity in its fire control and multi-weapon systems requiring extensive crew training, and unresolved questions on unit structure—whether to attach BMPTs directly to tank battalions or form independent fire support elements. Export prospects yielded modest results, with acquiring 10 units as the primary early foreign operator, while interest from nations like and remained exploratory without confirmed initial purchases. Challenges here involved demonstrating the BMPT's niche utility against cheaper alternatives and navigating geopolitical factors, including Western sanctions curtailing Russian arms promotion post-2014. Technical critiques, such as inadequate for remote weapon stations against nearby threats and limited for certain engagements, further tempered enthusiasm among potential . Overall, these factors resulted in production and far below projections, confining the BMPT to experimental roles until doctrinal shifts prompted limited wartime deployment.

Technical Design

Primary Mission and Role

The BMPT Terminator functions primarily as a support , designed to escort and protect main battle tanks during operations in complex terrains, with a focus on urban and fortified environments. It addresses vulnerabilities of tanks to close-range threats, including with anti-tank guided missiles, nests, and light armored vehicles, by providing suppression and neutralization. This role stems from the need for a dedicated platform capable of engaging soft targets and elevated positions that tanks cannot effectively handle due to their main armament's limitations. In operational , the vehicle integrates into armored formations to enhance overall unit survivability, operating alongside or tanks to clear paths through built-up areas and counter ambushes. Its mission emphasizes high-volume firepower against manpower and low-threat , enabling tanks to advance while the BMPT handles asymmetric dangers like snipers or RPG teams in windows and basements. The design prioritizes rapid and engagement at short ranges, up to 2,000 meters for autocannons and 6,000 meters for missiles, ensuring sustained support without exposing the crew to excessive risk. The Terminator's role extends to infantry fire support, where it can independently suppress enemy positions or destroy light fortifications, but its core purpose remains symbiotic with heavier armor, filling gaps in tactics derived from lessons in such as the Soviet-Afghan and Chechen conflicts. Unlike infantry fighting vehicles, it forgoes troop transport to maximize armament and protection, positioning it as a specialized guardian for mechanized forces rather than a standalone assault platform.

Armament Systems

The BMPT Terminator is equipped with a multi-layered armament system designed for direct fire support against infantry, light armor, and low-flying threats, featuring remote-controlled weapons operated from within the armored hull. The primary armament consists of two 30 mm 2A42 autocannons mounted in a stabilized turret, capable of firing armor-piercing (AP) and high-explosive incendiary (HEI) projectiles at a combined rate of up to 600 rounds per minute, with a total ammunition capacity of 850 rounds distributed across two ready-use magazines that allow for selective loading of different ammunition types to optimize engagement versatility. Complementing the autocannons, the vehicle carries four 9M120 Ataka-T laser-guided anti-tank missiles housed in two twin launchers integrated into the turret sides, providing extended-range precision strikes against armored vehicles and fortifications at distances up to 6 km, with semi-automatic guidance via a beam for improved accuracy in dynamic combat scenarios. Secondary weapons include two AG-17D 30 mm automatic launchers positioned on the turret sides for against dismounted and soft targets, each with a cyclic rate of 400 per minute and effective range exceeding 1.7 km, alongside a 7.62 mm PKTM synchronized with the main guns for close-range anti-personnel roles, ensuring comprehensive coverage across threat spectra. All systems are integrated with electro-optical sights, including day/night channels and rangefinders, enabling stabilized firing on the move.

Protection Features

The BMPT Terminator employs a hull derived from the , delivering frontal armor protection equivalent to that of contemporary Russian MBTs, with the advantage of no weakening the plate. This steel-based armor, supplemented by composite elements in some configurations, provides resistance against kinetic and chemical energy threats typical of tank-class vehicles. Side protection is enhanced with explosive reactive armor () blocks to detonate incoming shaped-charge warheads, such as those from anti-tank guided missiles and RPGs. Rear and lower hull sections incorporate bar-slat cage armor, intended to disrupt the fuzing mechanisms of RPGs and similar munitions before they contact the main hull. Side skirts further shield the upper tracks and suspension from small-arms fire and fragments. Defensive countermeasures include ten 81 mm 902A launchers—five mounted on each side of the turret—for generating screens to obscure the from guided weapons and visual observation. The system features nuclear, biological, and chemical () overpressurization to protect the crew from contaminated environments. An automatic fire detection and suppression system employs two charges to rapidly extinguish internal fires, minimizing crew risk from ammunition cook-offs or fuel ignition. The integrated suite combines passive armor with active elements, designed to shield against anti-tank munitions and reportedly surpassing standard MBT capabilities in urban and close-quarters scenarios due to the absence of a large, vulnerable turret. Later variants, such as those deployed in 2025, incorporate expanded dynamic and additional side armor for improved resilience against evolving threats like drones.

Mobility and Propulsion

The BMPT Terminator is powered by a V-92S2 four-stroke, 12-cylinder, supercharged, multi-fuel developing 1,000 horsepower (736 kW) at 2,000 rpm. This engine, derived from those used in and series main battle tanks, provides a of approximately 20.4–21.2 horsepower per for the vehicle's combat weight of around 48 s. The drives a conventional tracked layout with rear-mounted drive sprockets, enabling reliable operation across varied terrains typical of support roles. The suspension consists of torsion bars supporting six dual road wheels per side, with at the front, three return rollers, and protective side skirts covering the upper track runs. This configuration, inherited from T-72-derived , yields a ground clearance of 406 mm and facilitates cross-country mobility, including vertical obstacle negotiation up to 0.85 m and trench crossing of 2.6–2.8 m. On roads, the vehicle achieves a maximum speed of 60–65 km/h, with an operational range exceeding 550 km on internal fuel reserves of 1,200 liters. These attributes ensure compatibility with tank formations, allowing the BMPT to maintain pace during advances while providing in urban or rough environments.

Crew Accommodation and Electronics

The BMPT Terminator accommodates a crew of five personnel in the forward hull compartment, consisting of a centrally positioned at the front, two gunner-operators for the remotely controlled or automatic grenade launchers seated to the immediate left and right of the , and a and main gunner positioned behind the . This configuration allows all crew members to operate the vehicle's weapon systems remotely from protected positions within the armored hull, eliminating exposure in a manned turret and enabling sustained without crew egress. The crew compartment benefits from hull armor comparable to that of contemporary main battle tanks, augmented by explosive reactive armor (ERA) blocks on the frontal and side aspects, which provide defense against kinetic energy penetrators like APFSDS rounds and shaped-charge warheads from ATGMs. Additional protective features include an (nuclear, biological, chemical) filtration system for environmental hazards and to mitigate internal threats from ammunition cook-off or incendiary hits. Fuel tanks and ancillary systems like the heater are isolated in separate armored sub-compartments to reduce secondary explosion risks to the crew area. Electronics encompass a centralized computerized integrating stabilized sights for the commander (panoramic ) and main gunner, enabling and engagement in all weather conditions, day or night, whether stationary or in motion. The system supports hunter-killer operations, where the commander can designate targets for the gunner, and includes a driver's with thermal imaging for navigation. Power for onboard is supplied by a dedicated 5 kW auxiliary housed in an armored rear compartment, ensuring operational continuity independent of the main engine. Later production models incorporate enhanced digital processing for faster target tracking and integration with external tank formations via datalinks, though specifics remain limited in open sources.

Variants and Upgrades

BMPT-72 Terminator 2


The BMPT-72, known as Terminator 2, represents an upgraded variant of the original BMPT fire support vehicle, utilizing the chassis of the to facilitate production from existing stockpiles. Developed by starting around 2013, this model replaces the T-72's turret with a specialized "Terminator" armament module, emphasizing cost-effective modernization for export markets and allied forces with T-72 inventories. Key modifications include a reduction in crew size from five to three by removing the two forward stations and their operators, allowing the , gunner, and driver to manage all systems more efficiently. The primary armament consists of twin 30 mm 2A42 autocannons with 850 rounds of ammunition, capable of engaging targets up to 4,000 meters with high-explosive incendiary shells or 2,500 meters with armor-piercing variants, supplemented by four 9M120 Ataka-T launchers and a 7.62 mm PKTM . Enhanced fire control systems, including the domestic 1V528-1 suite, and improved turret protection distinguish it from the baseline BMPT, while the vehicle's weight approximates 44 tons with retained mobility features. Designed primarily for direct and support in urban or complex , the BMPT-72 prioritizes high-volume against light armor, , and low-flying threats over standalone tank-killing capability. Production has remained limited, with only prototypes or small batches constructed as of 2025, and no confirmed operators beyond potential interest from nations like , which ultimately procured the original BMPT instead. Russian forces have evaluated it for possible deployment in ongoing conflicts, such as , leveraging its compatibility with logistics, though widespread adoption has not materialized due to prioritization of other upgrades.

Terminator 3 Prototype

The BMPT Terminator 3, unofficially designated as an advanced tank support fighting vehicle, emerged from Uralvagonzavod's efforts to integrate next-generation platforms into the BMPT lineage following combat feedback from in 2017–2018. Development was formalized around , aiming to address limitations in firepower and protection observed in earlier models against diverse urban threats, including drones and with anti-tank weapons. The prototype incorporates the universal combat platform's chassis, hull, and components, providing enhanced survivability through active protection systems and modular armor compared to T-72/T-90 derivatives. This shift prioritizes unmanned turret designs and networked electronics for reduced crew exposure, aligning with Russia's broader Armata program goals despite production delays in the variant. Proposed armament emphasizes high-rate-of-fire autocannons, specifically dual 57 mm 2A91 guns capable of engaging armored vehicles, low-altitude , and UAVs at ranges up to 4 km, supplemented by vertical-launch missile systems for anti-tank guided missiles and surface-to-air munitions. Auxiliary weapons include remote-controlled machine guns and grenade launchers, with fire control systems enabling simultaneous multi-target engagement. These features represent an evolution toward versatile , extending beyond close-in suppression to counter modern aerial and precision threats. As of 2025, the 3 remains in development without confirmed serial production, overshadowed by wartime priorities favoring upgraded BMPT-72 units on proven chassis for rapid deployment in . continues prototyping, but Armata platform constraints—limited to fewer than 20 T-14 units produced by 2023—have stalled broader rollout, with analysts questioning feasibility amid resource allocation to fielded systems.

2025 Combat-Upgraded Models

In October 2025, the Russian defense conglomerate delivered a new batch of BMPT Terminator vehicles to the , featuring enhancements designated for the 2025 production series. These upgrades primarily address vulnerabilities observed in prior combat deployments, with a focus on bolstering survivability against modern threats such as drones and anti-tank munitions prevalent in ongoing conflicts. Key modifications include expanded explosive reactive armor () coverage, particularly additional Relikt ERA blocks applied over existing sideskirts and the engine compartment to counter shaped-charge warheads and tandem warheads. Reinforced side armor plating provides further protection against kinetic penetrators and fragments, while integrated anti-drone measures—such as mesh screens or netting over vulnerable areas—and electronic warfare (EW) systems enable jamming of incoming drones and guided munitions. These adaptations reflect iterative improvements derived from field data, prioritizing defensive layering over offensive enhancements in the core armament suite of twin 30 mm 2A42 autocannons, four missile launchers, and grenade launchers. The 2025 models retain the T-72-derived chassis and five-person crew configuration but incorporate these protective upgrades to differentiate them from earlier batches, which lacked such comprehensive drone and countermeasures. Deployment of these vehicles is anticipated to support armored advances in urban and contested environments, where prior Terminator iterations demonstrated utility but exposed gaps in top-attack and defense. Production scaling for 2025-2026 emphasizes domestic needs amid high attrition rates, with confirming the upgrades enhance overall combat effectiveness without altering the vehicle's primary tank-support role.

Operational Deployment

Early Combat Trials

The BMPT Terminator underwent its initial combat trials during Russia's military intervention in the , with deployments beginning in 2017. A single BMPT-72 variant was sent to specifically for operational testing in real-world conditions, focusing on its performance in urban and close-quarters environments against insurgent forces equipped with anti-tank weapons. These trials built on the vehicle's design origins from lessons learned in earlier conflicts like the Chechen Wars, where Russian armor suffered heavy losses to ambushes, but marked the first actual battlefield evaluation of the platform. Testing occurred primarily around the Hmeimim airbase and in support roles during offensives against and other jihadist groups, where the vehicle's multi-weapon configuration— including twin 30 mm autocannons, 7.62 mm machine guns, and Ataka anti-tank missiles—was assessed for suppressing dismounted threats and providing direct fire support to and tanks. Russian military officials reported that the BMPT-72 demonstrated effective and in these scenarios, with its remote stations allowing sustained engagement without exposing the crew. The trials, conducted under the oversight of the Russian General Staff, informed subsequent refinements to the platform's and armor integration. No significant losses or failures were publicly documented from these early Syrian operations, contrasting with later uses, and the evaluations contributed to the vehicle's eventual acceptance into limited Russian service by 2021. Syrian Army observers were reportedly shown the system during demonstrations, highlighting its potential for , though no immediate transfers occurred. These trials validated the BMPT's role as a escort in , where it could neutralize RPG teams and light fortifications at close range, though data on exact numbers remains classified or unreleased by Russian sources.

Use in Russian Invasion of Ukraine

The BMPT Terminator was first deployed by Russian forces in Ukraine during 2022, primarily in the Luhansk region to support tank advances in urban and contested environments. These vehicles operated alongside T-72 and T-90M main battle tanks, focusing on suppressing anti-tank guided missile teams and infantry threats in areas like Sieverodonetsk, where close-quarters combat highlighted the need for dedicated fire support platforms. With initial deployments limited to approximately 10 units, their tactical impact remained marginal amid broader armored losses. Ukrainian forces documented the first visually confirmed destruction of a BMPT on February 8, 2023, near , attributed to Marine Corps artillery and anti-tank units targeting its vulnerabilities in exposed positions. A second confirmed loss occurred in August 2023 via FPV drone strike, exposing the vehicle's susceptibility to low-cost unmanned aerial systems despite its multi-weapon configuration for anti-infantry roles. from Oryx has verified at least three BMPT losses by visual evidence as of early 2025, underscoring operational limitations against drone swarms and precision fires rather than the close-in threats for which it was optimized. Independent assessments note that while the Terminator provided in forested and urban sectors, its high profile and reliance on tank formations left it prone to attrition without decisively altering frontline dynamics. By October 2025, received upgraded BMPT variants incorporating Ukraine-derived modifications, including enhanced armor plating and electronic warfare suites to counter drone threats, aimed at bolstering surviving armored spearheads amid mounting vehicle casualties. These deployments, reported near high-intensity fronts like Pokrovsk, reflect adaptive procurement to sustain capabilities, though production constraints and confirmed vulnerabilities suggest continued niche rather than transformative employment.

Performance Evaluation

Strengths in Urban and Support Roles

The BMPT Terminator demonstrates particular efficacy in urban combat through its elevated weapon systems, which permit engagement of elevated targets such as those in multi-story buildings without requiring the vehicle to maneuver into vulnerable positions. Its twin 30 mm 2A42 autocannons and missile launchers achieve a maximum of 45 degrees, facilitating precise strikes against fortified positions and anti-tank crews in constrained environments. This configuration surpasses the firepower of two motorized rifle platoons, enabling sustained to support assaults and neutralize threats hidden in urban clutter. In roles, the vehicle complements main battle tanks by addressing short-range, low-profile threats like dismounted and light armor, which tanks' primary armaments are less optimized to counter due to limited and ammunition types. Operating at a recommended ratio of two BMPTs per in urban settings, it delivers direct-fire assistance with reduced compared to main guns, while providing suppressive volumes to shield advancing dismounts from enemy fire. The independent weapon stations allow simultaneous engagement across 360 degrees, enhancing perimeter defense for armored formations. Built on a chassis, the BMPT inherits robust armored protection equivalent to a , bolstering survivability against urban hazards including , shrapnel, and drones, while its lack of a large turret or vulnerable stores mitigates certain explosive risks. Integrated optical, television, and thermal imaging systems ensure operational effectiveness in low-visibility conditions prevalent in built-up areas, further augmented by automated fire control for rapid multi-target handling.

Criticisms and Observed Limitations

The BMPT Terminator has demonstrated significant vulnerabilities to modern anti-armor threats, particularly in the , where multiple units have been destroyed despite its heavy armor and multi-weapon configuration. Visually confirmed losses include at least two destructions by early 2023: one near in on February 9, 2023, incapacitated by small-arms fire and finished by from Ukraine's 140th Separate Reconnaissance Battalion, and another in in August 2023 via Ukrainian FPV drones targeting exposed weapon systems and optics. By October 2024, additional losses occurred near Kurakhove, where a unit was eliminated by a combination of , drones, and missiles from Ukraine's 79th Separate Brigade, highlighting susceptibility to swarming low-cost threats that exploit top-attack profiles and remote weapon vulnerabilities. Independent tracking by Oryx has verified at least two destroyed and one damaged unit as of mid-2023, representing a high attrition rate relative to the vehicle's limited frontline deployment of approximately 10 units. Operational limitations stem from the vehicle's specialized design for urban suppression and escort, which has proven mismatched to Ukraine's attritional, drone-intensive . Deployed primarily for close support, the BMPT struggles in open terrain where its low elevation angles for ATGMs and autocannons limit engagement of elevated drone threats, and its lack of widespread active systems on early models fails to counter FPV incursions effectively. High production costs—estimated in the millions per unit—and logistical challenges in a high-intensity conflict have restricted output to fewer than 25 vehicles total, preventing the mass fielding needed for doctrinal impact and rendering it a niche asset rather than a war-altering platform. Analysts note that while the five-person enables rapid target engagement, it also increases personnel without delivering proportional against pervasive and munitions. Critics argue the BMPT's emphasis on firepower over comprehensive drone countermeasures reflects outdated Soviet-era assumptions about infantry threats, underestimating the causal shift toward cheap, asymmetric attrition in peer conflicts. Russian sources acknowledge delays in retrofitting active defenses like Arena-M, leaving units exposed until upgrades in 2024-2025 models, which have yet to prove decisive. Overall, the vehicle's combat record underscores a broader limitation: advanced armored platforms remain vulnerable without integrated air defense and electronic warfare adaptations, as evidenced by its negligible influence on operational outcomes despite targeted deployments near and Kurakhove.

Losses and Adaptations

The BMPT Terminator has experienced limited but notable losses during its deployment in the , primarily attributable to Ukrainian strikes and drone attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in urban and close-quarters environments. The first confirmed destruction occurred on February 9, 2023, near in , where a from a Russian motorized was incapacitated by Ukrainian 155mm from the 140th Separate , highlighting the 's exposure to precision-guided munitions despite its intended role in suppressing threats. A second verified loss took place in August 2023, captured in footage released by Ukraine's Security Service showing the engulfed in flames after being struck by anti-tank weaponry or drones during operations near the front, underscoring persistent risks from man-portable systems and loitering munitions. These incidents, totaling at least two confirmed destructions amid sparse overall deployment of fewer than a dozen units by mid-2023, prompted Russian forces to temporarily withdraw BMPTs from high-intensity frontline areas to conserve assets, as evidenced by reduced sightings following the engagement. Losses were exacerbated by the vehicle's reliance on a chassis, which offers inadequate protection against modern top-attack threats like FPV drones, a weakness observed in broader Russian armored formations suffering high attrition rates from unmanned aerial systems. In response, Russian manufacturers introduced combat-adapted variants by late 2023 and into 2025, incorporating reinforced dynamic protection blocks and additional side skirts to enhance resilience against anti-tank guided missiles and shaped-charge warheads, drawing directly from field reports of penetration failures in earlier models. To counter the proliferating drone threat—responsible for over 70% of recent armored vehicle losses in Ukrainian theater—upgrades added electronic warfare suites for jamming FPV signals, anti-drone mesh grids over vulnerable roof sections, and integrated countermeasures systems, enabling better survival in drone-saturated environments as tested in subsequent deployments around . These modifications, including modernized fire control for faster , reflect iterative refinements to prioritize defensive layering over offensive , with production ramped up to offset attrition and support escorts in contested urban assaults.

Operators and Procurement

Current Users

The constitute the largest operator of the BMPT Terminator, having signed a for initial deliveries exceeding 10 units in August 2017, with serial production and fielding commencing in early 2018. Further batches, incorporating combat-derived upgrades such as enhanced explosive reactive armor and side protection, were received in October 2025 to bolster urban and tank support operations. The Armed Forces of represent the inaugural foreign operator, procuring 10 BMPT units under a 2016 agreement as the first confirmed export customer, with deliveries integrated into service thereafter for armored unit support. This acquisition predated broader Russian adoption and reflected early interest in the vehicle's anti-infantry capabilities during evaluations. Algeria's People's National Army operates the BMPT-72 variant, having contracted for 300 units in April 2016, with initial deliveries spanning 2018 to 2019 and the first vehicles arriving by mid-2020 as documented through port arrivals and verification. Public demonstrations occurred in 2022, confirming operational integration into mechanized forces, though exact delivered quantities remain partially undisclosed beyond the initial batches.

Export Efforts and Outcomes

The BMPT Terminator was initially produced in limited quantities for the Russian while prioritized export marketing, showcasing prototypes at international arms exhibitions to attract interest from nations seeking urban combat support vehicles. Negotiations targeted countries with tank fleets compatible with the BMPT-72 variant, including , , , and . Kazakhstan emerged as the inaugural export recipient, contracting for 10 units in 2010 with deliveries commencing around 2011. followed with a 2017 agreement for BMPT-72 vehicles, initially reported as numbering in the hundreds, though the first confirmed arrivals occurred in 2020 via sea transport. Subsequent public displays by Algerian forces in 2022 confirmed operational integration of a limited batch, but full contract fulfillment remains unverified, with some analyses suggesting only about 13 units were ultimately supplied due to logistical or financial hurdles. Bids from and advanced to evaluation stages but resulted in no procurements. Export achievements proved underwhelming overall, yielding fewer than two dozen confirmed foreign units despite promotional emphasis on the vehicle's anti-infantry for close protection. The 2022 redirected manufacturing capacity toward domestic orders, with expanding production for 2026 to meet internal demand and subordinating further exports to battlefield needs. International and the niche operational doctrine limited broader appeal, as potential buyers favored more versatile or cost-effective alternatives.

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