Kurganmashzavod is evaluating the integration of an active protection system with the BMP-3, reflecting a broader trend in modern armored vehicle safety. A leadership statement from Petr Tyukov, the company’s general director, has drawn attention to ongoing upgrades that aim to strengthen this platform as part of a growing national defense approach. The company notes that the latest batches delivered to the Russian Armed Forces include additional protection kits, a move that aligns with strategic lessons from recent combat operations. In a public briefing cited by TASS, Tyukov indicated that these enhancements are already being deployed and that their effectiveness has been observed during the special military operation in Ukraine (Source: TASS).
