At the time of the collapse of the USSR, the military-industrial complex of Ukraine included 3, 5 thousand enterprises. There were about 700 factories that produced exclusively military products. But after the declaration of independence, as in the entire post-Soviet space, the Ukrainian military-industrial complex began to rapidly degrade: the number of defense enterprises decreased by 5 times, and the defense complex for machine builders decreased the order by seven times. Now the Ukrainian military-industrial complex consists of research institutes, enterprises, repair plants that work as co-executors and mainly for the Russian military-industrial complex. Unfortunately, Ukraine does not have a single production system capable of producing final military products. The situation is also getting worse due to the fact that Russia's efforts aimed at creating autonomous cycles for the creation of new weapons are very successful.
Nevertheless, Ukraine manages to receive orders for the supply of armored vehicles that are very profitable for the country's military-industrial complex. Having extensive practical experience and documentation for the production of tanks, still Soviet models, such as T64, T-72, T-55, T-62, Ukrainian manufacturers have learned to modify these models in accordance with the terms of reference of the concluded contracts. And the leading Ukrainian enterprises for the production of armored vehicles for the needs of Ukraine and foreign partners is the Kharkov plant named after I. Malysheva.
At the same time, the media often get information about the next problem in the implementation of the terms of contracts concluded with foreign customers. For example, in 2001, a huge scandal erupted over the delivery to Jordan of fifty armored personnel carriers BTR-94 (modernized Soviet BTR-80), manufactured at the plant. Malysheva. In 90% of the delivered equipment, the Jordanians identified defects: oil and fuel leakage, malfunctioning brakes and filters. The Jordanians are sure that they were supplied with converted old armored personnel carriers. In connection with these circumstances, Jordan sued the Ukrainian side for the payment of penalties for a fairly significant amount of $ 400 million.
Today, the Ukrainian government is constantly looking for ways, if not to strengthen, then at least to restore its military-industrial complex.
Former Minister of Defense of Ukraine (2005-2007) A. Gritsenko has repeatedly voiced his opinion on the issue of increasing the competitiveness of Ukrainian military equipment in the world market. He believed that the only way was to privatize the enterprises of the military-industrial complex. According to him, if the state is unable to maintain its military-industrial complex, let the business do it.
A. Gritsenko argued that if not to privatize most of the enterprises of the Ukrainian military-industrial complex, Ukraine will never stay on the international arms market.
Today, Kiev has not made an official decision on this issue, but behind the scenes, the proposal of a military official has found practical application. And one of the pioneers in this experiment, it seems, was the Techimpex company. Having received "in some way" several dozen units of Soviet-style armored vehicles, the company began to develop projects for the alteration of military equipment in accordance with modern world requirements. It should be noted that for the state, such scientific and production developments are almost financially unaffordable, and business has calculated everything perfectly. And most importantly, commercial companies found funds that they invested in the implementation of a promising project.
It should be noted that only the tacit support of the authorities allowed Tehimpex to place a dozen tanks near the Ukrainian village of Zasupoivka (a hundred kilometers from Kiev), fencing off the territory and setting up paramilitary guards. The businessmen were not even stopped by the fact that the land they "seized" is being leased by the agricultural producer V. Gopkalo. And what can agrarians do against a company that owns military equipment, albeit not new, but still serviceable, and at the same time has the support of government officials. In fact, businessmen do not need to hide their work: Techimpex is officially engaged in the modernization and repair of military equipment.
One of the leaders of the Techimpex company once again confirmed that their company is modifying armored vehicles and other weapons, produced back in the 80s.
We must pay tribute to the professional specialists of Techimpex, who are developing their own options for the modernization of military equipment that fell into their hands. For example, the modernization of the BRDM-2T reconnaissance patrol vehicle by Techimpex craftsmen resulted in significant improvements in technical characteristics and significant changes in the basic design of the vehicle - all at minimal cost. So, the GAZ-41 carburetor engine, installed on the basic version of the BRDM-2T, was replaced by a diesel D-245.30E2. This solution not only increased engine power, but also reduced fuel consumption by 10%. If such a revision had been made earlier, it would have been possible to avoid multiple fires on the BRDM-2, which fought as part of the Ukrainian peacekeeping forces in Iraq. Techimpex specialists have also installed new side hatches, which will speed up and secure the dismounting of the combat groups. Additionally, Kevlar protection against splinters was installed inside the car, and an air conditioner was also provided.
And this is only information on one of the converted models.
The state and commercial business of modifying military equipment in Ukraine is quite profitable: there are many customers both in the CIS countries and in Africa. And not only. According to reports, in the armies of Slovakia, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Estonia, almost 100% of the armored vehicles are still of the Soviet model. For example, military analysts claim that the ratio of Soviet and NATO armored vehicles in Romania is 2755/480, in Poland - 850/128. All Soviet equipment has long been in need of modernization and repair. This is a very large and attractive service market for Russian and Ukrainian producers.
At the same time, it should be noted that it will be quite difficult for the Ukrainian side to compete with Russian enterprises when concluding contracts for the repair of armored vehicles with the countries of Eastern Europe. But his majesty chance can contribute to the seemingly correct alignment - and the developments of such companies as Techimpex will be able to find their buyer.
Modernization of the BRDM-2
After the modernization of the BRDM-2T, the following positive effects were achieved:
1. Instead of a power unit with a GAZ-41 carburetor engine, a power unit with a D-245.30E2 diesel engine is installed, while:
the total engine power kW (hp) was increased: from 103 (140) to 115 (156);
the total torque of N. N. has been increased. (kgf.m.): it was 350 (35, 7) became 526 (53, 7);
the traction characteristics of the power unit have been improved, since the torque of the diesel engine changes insignificantly with decreasing revolutions;
reduced fuel consumption by 5-10%.
Due to the use of diesel fuel, the fire hazard has been reduced.
2. New side doors (landing hatches) of the BTR-70 type have been installed: increased drop speed and drop safety.
3. Installed radio station R-173 (R-173 (M)), instead of R-123: the range and quality of communication have been increased.
4. Installed front and rear side lights BTR-70.
5. Installed new wheels with tubeless tires.
Improved passability on sandy and swampy soils.
6. Installed standard armament: machine guns NSV-12, 7 and PKT course.
7. A water jet was installed, which makes it possible to quickly overcome water obstacles.
As additional options, the BRDM-2T can be installed:
1. Kevlar splinter protection.
2. Combat modules equipped with various types of weapons, means of aiming and target detection, at your request.
3. Air conditioner.
Modernization of the BTR-60
1. Instead of two power units with a GAZ-49B carburetor engine, two power units with a Cummins ISF 2.8 diesel engine are installed
Replacing the power plant with the BTR-60 made it possible to achieve the following indicators:
The total engine power kW (hp) was increased: from 138 (180) to 176, 6 (240).
The total torque of N.m is increased: it was 450, now it is 590.
The traction characteristics of power units have been improved, since the torque of diesel engines changes insignificantly with a decrease in revolutions.
Reduced fuel consumption by 15-20%.
Due to the presence of speed governors in the fuel pumps of diesel engines, the synchronization of the operation of the two engines has been improved.
Due to the use of diesel fuel, the threat of fire has been reduced.
2. New side doors (landing hatches) have been installed: the landing speed and the safety of personnel during the landing have been increased.
3. The parking brake control system has been modernized by installing a brake valve and a power accumulator:
in the absence of air in the pneumatic system of the brakes, the parking brake is reliably braked by the power accumulator.
4. Installed radio station R-173 (R-173 (M) instead of R-123: the range and quality of communication have been increased.
5. Installed front and rear side lights BTR-80.
6. Installed new wheels KI-113 with tubeless tires.
Improved passability on sandy and swampy soils.
7. Installed standard armament - KPVT and PKT machine guns
As additional options, armored personnel carriers can be installed:
Kevlar splinter protection;
combat modules installed instead of the standard turret, at your request, can be equipped with various types of weapons, means of aiming and target detection;
a water jet that allows you to quickly overcome water obstacles;
air conditioning system in the fighting compartment.
Modernization of the BTR-70
After the modernization of the BTR-70, the following positive changes were obtained:
1. Instead of two power units with a ZM34905 carburetor engine, two power units with a D245.30E2 diesel engine are installed, while:
The total engine power kW (hp) was increased: from 117 (240) to 229, 2 (312).
The total torque of N. N. is increased. (kgf.m.): it was 580 (58) became 1030 (103).
The traction characteristics of power units have been improved, since the torque of diesel engines changes insignificantly with a decrease in revolutions.
Reduced fuel consumption by 15-20%.
Due to the presence of speed governors in the fuel pumps of diesel engines, the synchronization of the operation of the two engines has been improved.
Due to the use of diesel fuel, the fire hazard has been reduced.
2. New side doors (landing hatches) of the BTR80 type have been installed: increased drop speed and drop safety.
3. The parking brake control system has been modernized by installing a brake valve and a power accumulator: in the absence of air in the pneumatic system of the brakes, the parking brake is reliably braked by the power accumulator.
4. The radio station P1 73 (P173 (M)) is installed instead of P123: the range and quality of communication have been increased.
5. Installed front and rear side lights BTR80.
6. Installed new wheels with tubeless tires.
Improved passability on sandy and swampy soils.
7. Installed standard armament - KPVT and PKT machine guns
As additional options, armored personnel carriers can be installed:
Kevlar splinter protection.
Combat modules, at your request, equipped with various types of weapons, means of aiming and target detection.
A jet propulsion device that allows you to quickly overcome water obstacles.
Installed air conditioner.
Module for BT equipment
Proposed modernization of the BMP-1
This combat module developed by Techimpex is a promising development and is intended for installation on BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicles.
Armament composition:
- 30-mm automatic cannon - ZTM1 (2A72);
- anti-tank missile system "Barrier";
- 7.62 mm PKT machine gun;
- 30 mm AG-17 grenade launcher;
- 81-mm complex for setting smoke screens - 902V "Tucha".
Ammunition:
- 30 mm rounds for the gun - 300 pcs.;
- anti-tank missiles - 4 pcs.;
- 7, 62 mm rounds - 2000 pcs.;
- 30 mm grenades - 120 pcs.;
- 81 mm charges ZD6 - 6 pcs.
Fire control system:
- digital electromechanical weapon stabilizer;
- thermal imaging sight with day and night fields of view with a laser rangefinder.
The combat weight of the equipped module is 1700 kg.
Proposed modernization of the BRDM-2
This combat module developed by Techimpex is intended for installation on armored reconnaissance vehicles BRDM-2.
Armament composition:
- 12, 7-mm heavy machine gun NSV-12, 7;
- anti-tank missile system "Barrier";
- 7.62 mm PKT machine gun;
- 30 mm AG-17 grenade launcher.
Ammunition:
- 12, 7-mm rounds for the gun - 300 pcs.;
- anti-tank missiles - 2 pcs.;
- 7.62 mm rounds - 1000 pcs.;
- 30 mm grenades - 120 pcs.
Fire control system:
- digital electromechanical weapon stabilizer;
- thermal imaging sight with day and night fields of view with a laser rangefinder.
The combat weight of the equipped module is 500 kg.
Proposed modernization of the BTR-70
This combat module developed by Techimpex is designed to be installed on the BTR-70 armored personnel carrier.
Armament composition:
- 30-mm automatic cannon - ZTM1 (2A72);
- anti-tank missile system "Barrier";
- 7, 62 mm PKT machine gun.
Ammunition:
- 30 mm rounds for the gun - 200 pcs.;
- anti-tank missiles - 2 pcs.;
- 7, 62 mm rounds - 2000 pcs.
Fire control system:
- digital electromechanical weapon stabilizer;
- thermal imaging sight with day and night fields of view with a laser rangefinder.
The combat weight of the equipped module is 800 kg.
