BMP | The Industry Fighting Vehicle

WELCOME BACK TROOPS! We're finally getting back to regular uploads on this channel, after having been away for roughly six months! I absolutely did not mean to take that much time off, but with several issues delaying this video until February, and then... ... well yeah. Would have been a bit dicey to upload it then. Instead we decided to completely remake it with a different feel and focus, and hopefully nobody will take this as any sort of alignment with Russia or support for their invasion of Ukraine. We on this channel absolutely do not support the actions of the Russian government or armed forces in this time, but that should remove all discussion of parts of history like this, from the Soviet era. I hope you'll welcome us back as we return to regular content here, and look forward to the next episodes of Koala Explains and YFTS (Episode 3: Challenger 2!)

my dad served in a BMP-1 as a motor infantry platoon leader in the Soviet reserves. he told me he would make the gunner sit in the troop compartment during marches so he could sit in the more comfortable gunner's seat and sleep on the scope cushion.

The BMP-3 was controversially adopted by the Russian forces. I remember from the time of my service that the BMP-2 is more of a mobile platform for infantry. It's a place where you can sleep, eat, and easily carry the stretcher with the wounded through the back doors. Such a tiny mobile base for a motorized rifle squad. A home in a field. That, despite the shortcomings mentioned in the video, the BMP-1/2 carried and carries with dignity. BMP-3, well... That's another story. This is the history of weaponry: you can't get something without paying the right price. Just like the BMP-1/2 paid for its mobility and amphibiousness with thin armor and cramp interior, the BMP-3 paid for its firepower by reducing its capabilities as a actual "combat taxi".

Reloading the BMP 2's ATGM could be done from inside the turret by elevating the mount and using a special hatch built into the turret roof similar to BMP 1's. This made it simple given a spare ATGM was stored vertically in the turret center.

To keep with the theme of a revolutionary vehicle marking the beginning of a new era of AFV design, perhaps you could do a similar video on the T-64, and how it layed the groundwork for pretty much every other Soviet/Russian MBT to come afterwards.

Ayyy I was actually there behind the camera man filming the first clips of the BMP-2 from the video. Thats Georgia, Exercise Agile Spirit 2019

7:10 One small edition. BMP commander is not a part of vehicle crew. He is a squad commander of infantry that is riding BMP into the battle. Commander would stay inside only if he is in charge of a platoon armored group, comprising of all BMPs of this regiment. In all other situations, he would dismount and lead his squad, while gunner of BMP would become a commander of the vehicle.

I remember seeing this vehicle for the first time in Call of Duty 4. Laughed my ass off when I saw guys spill out of the back like a clown car. Couldn't imagine fitting so many men in that little thing. Since I started playing War Thunder, I've gained a huge appreciation for it. Combines firepower, mobility, and infantry support into a really cool and interesting vehicle. Plus, let's be honest, it just looks awesome. Only played the Chinese Type 86 in War Thunder, but I'm looking forward to the Russian selection when I get back to that tech tree in a few decades.

how do you embark/disembark from a BTR-60? I used to walk up to them and press "E" but I'm realising real life isn't quite the same as Battlefield Vietnam

Ya like the BMP? Their early work was a little too new wave for me but when the BMP2 came out in ‘80 I think the IFV really came into their own, both Domestically and internationally. The BMP2 has a whole new turret with a 30 mm canon that really gives the vehicle a big boost. Its been compared to the Bradley but I think the BMP is suited to a far more different kind of doctrine. In ‘87 the Soviets released this the BMP 3 their most accomplished IFV. I think the best addition is the 100 mm canon. An addition so different that most people probably look over the shortcomings of the vehicle. But they should because its not just about being able to solve the problems with the new vehicle. Its also about considering the doctrine of the Russians themselves. Hey Paul!

I was in Kyrgyzstan when that conflict happened with Tajikistan. I have some clips of it, including the use of the bmp2s, it’s quite fascinating

My dad served in a BMP 1 and BMP 2 and BMP 3 during the libyan civil war (he was on the libyan jamahirya side) and he used a T90 he said that he liked the BMP 3 the most im hoping one day I could use them

The BMP is absolutely my favorite light armored vehicle, as long as it's not on fire.

It always amazes me how few subscribers this channel has. These videos are so incredibly well done. Thorough, detailed, on topic with a smooth story curve. This is incredible quality.

This vehicle is really fascinating and if upgraded to amphibious capabilities while still maintain it's equipment (like probably autocannon) it's great for amphibious assault vehicles. Basically AK-47 of IFV/AFV modifications what you want

Polish military is said to have enough spare parts for the BWP-1 (local designation for BMP) to field them all the way till 2050

Small critique: @0:42 you reference the Kalashnikov rifle yet the footage used is of Czechoslovakian soldiers carrying VZ-58s, which resemble the AK-47 at a glance but are mechanically very different weapons with no parts compatibility aside from ammunition.

30:55 Please, look up Manul and Dragoon modifications of BMP3. There troops disembark in a traditional way through a single drop-down door in the rear.

Take care, and take your time as you wish Koala. But to be a credible and respected content creator, especially in a sensitive matter like military, never give a shit about what are you gonna say as long as it's a fact. Don't pick side, stay neutral, just deliver the facts, everyone will respect this channel. Don't let the ongoing conflict limit your great videos.

Something about the BMP-2 in particular. Always loved it. And the varients and derivatives good golly.