For the first time in Ukraine presented a new modification of the BTR and the new combat vehicle “Guardian”.
For the first time in Ukraine presented a new modification of the BTR and the new combat vehicle “Guardian”
At the XIV International specialized exhibition “Arms and security-2017”, which opened on October 10 in Kiev, Ukrainian companies presented the latest models of weapons and equipment.
The exhibition will premiere demonstration of the new combat vehicle “Guardian”, which is the result of joint work of the Zhytomyr and Kyiv armored factory, along with SJSHC “Artem”, included in the GC “Ukroboronprom.”
“This latest development is designed for fire support of tanks on the battlefield, ensuring their protection and destroying both air and ground targets – from antitank missiles to the enemy armored vehicles and helicopters,” – said in “Ukroboronprom”.
For the first time in Ukraine presented a new modification of the BTR-4МВ1. The specialists of “the Kharkov design Bureau. Morozov”, part of “Ukroboronprom” significantly increased armor protection of the machine.
BTR-4МВ1 got a new front and other structural changes aimed at improving the survivability and combat effectiveness of the machine.
Also on display will be the first public demonstration of the automatic carbine M4 – WAC-47, which is made under license from the U.S. government and is the result of an international project.
Just “Ukroboronprom” at the exhibition “Arms and security-2017” will present more than 150 models of weapons and military equipment, of which a few dozen samples for the first time in Ukraine.
“In addition, the exhibition will be signed key agreements with international partners to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation in the defence technology sector with the leading corporations of the countries-members of NATO”, – noted in “Ukroboronprom”.
Recall that in Washington, an exhibition of weapons AUSA (Association of the US Army), and for the first time on American soil Ukraine will present the modern design of its military-industrial complex.
“Ukroboronprom” has shown, what weapons created Ukraine for three years of war with Russia. It is also noted that the Ukrainian army in that time has received more than 15 thousand units of weapons and military equipment.
As you know, the state concern “Ukroboronprom” entered the hundred best defense-industrial companies in the world in the ranking of the publication “Defense News” for 2017, taking the 62nd place. Company for three years, has improved its position by more than 30 points.
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