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Didgori-3 (Georgian: დიდგორი-3) is a Georgian 6×6 MRAP type armored personnel carrier developed by the State Scientific Technical Center "Delta". The Didgori-3 was first displayed during a military parade in 2012 and was proposed as patrol vehicle for deployments.

Technical characteristics

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Didgori-3, like two previous Didgori Armoured Personnel Carrier and Didgori-2 is equipped with night/thermal imaging cameras and GPS navigation system. Information from the cameras are provided on three independent displays: one for the driver, one for the commander and one for the Passengers.

This armored vehicle is based on a modified chassis of KrAZ-6322 truck chassis and is powered by a YaMZ-238D 300 hp turbocharged diesel engine. The Didgori-3 is fitted with a self-recovery winch and can tow trailers or artillery pieces.[1]

Armor

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The armour withstands impacts of 7.62×54mmR AP rounds, mine blasts from underneath in accordance to STANAG level 2 and direct grenade hits. Further details are unknown, since the composition of the material is classified. The monocoque steel v-hull provides protection against small arms fire, artillery shell shrapnel, anti-personnel/tank mines and IEDs.

Front wheel arches are designed to be blown away to free blast pockets. The design is meant to follow the basic principle of US MRAP vehicles for peacekeeping missions.

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The Didgori-3 is a 6×6 wheeled armored reconnaissance vehicle developed by the State Scientific-Technical Center "Delta" in Georgia for the Georgian Land Forces. It serves primarily as a patrol and reconnaissance platform, with a combat weight of approximately 10 tonnes, dimensions of 6.5 m in length, 2.11 m in width, and 2.26 m in height. The vehicle features a 6×6 drive configuration for enhanced mobility. The Didgori-3 accommodates a crew of 3 (driver, commander, gunner) and up to 9 troops, armed with a 12.7 mm . It is powered by a diesel engine of approximately 330 hp, achieving a maximum road speed of 100 km/h and an operational range of approximately 500 km on roads. A small number of units are in service with Georgia. As part of Georgia's indigenous armored vehicle programs, the Didgori-3 reflects efforts to produce locally developed military equipment for patrol, reconnaissance, and support roles within the armed forces.

Development

History

The Didgori-3 is part of the Didgori family of armored vehicles developed by the State Scientific Technical Center "Delta" of the Ministry of Defense of Georgia. The series represents efforts to produce indigenous multi-role armored personnel carriers for the Georgian Armed Forces, with earlier variants Didgori-1 and Didgori-2 unveiled during the Independence Day military parade on 26 May 2011. The Didgori-3, configured as a 6×6 vehicle, was first publicly displayed during Georgia's Independence Day events on 26 May 2012. It appeared at the "Made in Georgia" exhibition in Tbilisi and participated in the military parade in Kutaisi, where three units were shown. It entered service with the Georgian Land Forces the same year as a patrol vehicle.

Production and manufacturers

The Didgori-3 is manufactured by the Tbilisi Armor Repair Plant, a Georgian defense facility in Tbilisi responsible for assembling the vehicle. Production is organized under the State Military Scientific-Technical Center "Delta" (STC Delta), which oversees the design, creation, and manufacturing of military equipment including the Didgori series of armored vehicles as part of Georgia's domestic military-industrial capabilities. STC Delta focuses on increasing production capacity for high-quality infantry combat vehicles like the Didgori platform to meet Georgian Defence Forces requirements.

Design

Hull and protection

The hull of the Didgori-3 is constructed as a monocoque steel structure with a V-shaped underbelly, which deflects blast energy from mines and IEDs away from the crew compartment to enhance survivability. Protection is provided to STANAG 4569 Level 3 standards against ballistic threats, including 7.62×51mm armor-piercing rounds, with the capability for further enhancement through add-on armor panels to meet higher requirements or specific operational needs. This armor level defends the occupants against small arms fire, artillery shell shrapnel, and related fragmentation threats. The monocoque design incorporates optimized angles of armored plates for improved resistance. Front wheel arches are engineered to detach during a mine detonation, creating blast pockets that reduce transmitted energy to the main hull structure, following design principles seen in contemporary MRAP vehicles.

Mobility and performance

The Didgori-3 is a 6×6 wheeled , with all-wheel drive providing enhanced traction and mobility across roads, rough terrain, and patrol environments. The vehicle is constructed on a modified truck chassis, which offers a proven and rugged foundation for its operational mobility. With a combat weight of 9.8 tonnes and dimensions of 6.5 m in length, 2.11 m in width, and 2.26 m in height, the Didgori-3 balances compactness for maneuverability with sufficient size for its patrol role. Powered by a diesel engine, the vehicle reaches a maximum road speed of 100 km/h and has a road range of 450 km, supporting extended operations without frequent refueling. These performance characteristics enable rapid deployment and effective response in patrol and reconnaissance missions.

Armament

The Didgori-3 is equipped with a compact remote-controlled turret as its primary armament platform. The turret mounts a 12.7 mm heavy machine gun as the main weapon and a 7.62 mm machine gun. The primary armament is the 12.7×108mm NSV heavy machine gun, providing high-rate fire and effective range against light armored vehicles and personnel. Secondary armament consists of two 7.62mm PK machine guns for suppressive fire and close-in defense. The turret is operated remotely from within the protected crew compartment using the vehicle's integrated display screens. This setup allows the crew to engage targets without exposing themselves to enemy fire.

Crew compartment and additional features

The crew compartment of the Didgori-3 accommodates a crew of three (driver, commander, gunner) and 9 fully-equipped troops/passengers for a total capacity of 12 personnel. The interior layout prioritizes troop transport and patrol operations, with access facilitated by side and rear doors. The vehicle incorporates night/thermal imaging cameras (FLIR systems) and a GPS navigation system, providing enhanced situational awareness and navigation capabilities in varied conditions, consistent with systems used across the Didgori family. Additional features include a self-recovery winch and a towing hook, enabling the vehicle to perform recovery operations and tow trailers or artillery pieces.

Service

Entry into service and operational use

The Didgori-3 entered service with the Georgian Land Forces in the early 2010s and has been used primarily as a patrol vehicle, reflecting its design emphasis on protected mobility for personnel in routine security and reconnaissance tasks. The vehicle features enhanced protection including a V-hull for improved resistance to mine and IED threats, aligning with patrol requirements in environments where ambush or explosive threats are concerns, though no major combat deployments are publicly documented for the Didgori-3. It has been integrated into Georgian military operations primarily for domestic patrol duties and force support since introduction, consistent with its role in enhancing troop safety during movement and surveillance missions. Approximately 8 units are in service with the Georgian Armed Forces.

Operators and inventory

The Didgori-3 is operated exclusively by the Georgian Armed Forces, specifically the Georgian Land Forces. As of 2022, 8 or more units are in service with the Georgian Land Forces.
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