BTR-3

This module was developed by the State Scientific Technical Centre of Artillery & Rifle Arms of Ukraine.

The BTR-3U engine compartment consists of a Deutz BF6M1015 diesel developing 326 hp coupled to an Allison MD3066 fully automatic transmission.

The vehicle is fully amphibious, propelled when afloat by a single water jet mounted at the rear of the hull.

The troop compartment accommodates six soldiers who enter and leave the vehicle by a door in either side of the hull.

There are also hatches in the roof and firing ports with associated vision devices provided in the sides and front of the vehicle.

Ukrainian BTR-3E1M in desert camouflage
Map of BTR-3 operators in blue