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BMP-2
VI
Rank
AB
8.7
RB
8.7
SB
8.7
Battle rating
USSR
Game nation
Light tank
Main role
135,000
RP
Research
380,000
SL
Purchase
General information

The BMP-2 is a Soviet IFV designed with the intent of overcoming the shortcomings of its predecessor, the BMP-1. The BMP-2 was developed in the late 1970s and quickly became one of the most widely used infantry fighting vehicles in the world. It featured improved firepower, enhanced protection, and an improved fire control system compared to the BMP-1. As one of the most versatile IFVs of its time, the BMP-2 was equipped with a 30 mm automatic cannon and anti-tank guided missiles, making it highly effective against both armoured and infantry targets. Its amphibious capabilities further increased its tactical advantage on the battlefield. Several nations adopted the BMP-2 as a result of its success, and subsequent variants like the BMP-2M allowed for a multi-decade service life extension.

The BMP-2 was introduced in Update 1.81 "The Valkyries". Its primary armament is the 30 mm 2A42 autocannon, which can effectively deal with light vehicles, tanks, and even helicopters. Additionally, the BMP-2 is equipped with a launcher capable of firing 9M113 Konkurs ATGMs, making it a potent threat against enemy tanks at range. It is best used as a support vehicle due to its versatility and ability to engage multiple types of targets. However, it does have some limitations, as its armour protection may prove insufficient against calibres larger than 12.7 mm, while its mobility may fall short compared to some peers in its class, which can limit its effectiveness in certain situations. Nonetheless, with proper positioning and teamwork, the BMP-2 can be a valuable asset on the battlefield.



Survivability and armour
Armour front / side / back
Hull 15 / 15 / 13 mm
Turret 20 / 16 / 10 mm
Visibility 70 %
Crew 3 persons
Support systems
Mobility
Max speed
Forward 6572 km/h
Backward 1112 km/h
Power-to-weight ratio 20.317.938.631.4 hp/t
Engine power 300265572465 hp
Weight 14.8 t
Optics
Gunner
Commander
Driver
Optics zoom
6.0x
5.0x
Armaments
9M113 "Konkurs" ATGM
Ammunition 4 rounds
Belt capacity 1 round
Reload basic crew → aces
13 → 10 s
Vertical guidance -5 / 15°
Horizontal guidance -15 / 37°
Turret Rotation Speed basic crew → aces
Horizontal 16.814.331.622.82420.445.232.6 °/s
Vertical 10.58.436.723.5151252.533.6 °/s
Fire on the move up to 5 km/h

AmmunitionTypeArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
ATGM500500500500500500
30 mm 2A42 automatic cannon
Ammunition 500 rounds
Belt capacity 250 rounds
Reload basic crew → aces
1.3 → 1 s
Fire rate 550 shots/min
Vertical guidance -4 / 74°
Turret Rotation Speed basic crew → aces
Horizontal 2117.939.528.63025.556.540.8 °/s
Vertical 24.519.685.754.93528122.578.4 °/s

BeltBelt fillingArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
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7.62 mm PKT machine gun (coaxial)
Ammunition 2,000 rounds
Belt capacity 250 rounds
Reload basic crew → aces
10.4 → 8 s
Fire rate 700 shots/min

BeltBelt fillingArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
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Economy
Repair cost Basic → Reference
AB 3,063 → 5,127 SL
RB 3,299 → 5,523 SL
SB 3,939 → 6,594 SL
Crew training 110,000 SL
Experts 830,000 SL
Aces 1,400 GE
Research Aces 380,000 RP
Reward multiplier AB / RB / SB
120 / 160 / 200 % SL
208 % RP
Total cost of modifications 112,000 RP
189,400 SL
Talisman cost 2,300 GE

Research order:

Mobility
Protection
Firepower
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