The AFU is using Belgian YPR-765 PRI BMPs with EWS turret and 25 mm Oerlikon KBA B02 cannon

By: Myroslav Trinko | 01.09.2023, 12:50

Belgian YPR-765 infantry fighting vehicles in PRI (Pantser Rups Infanterie) modification have been spotted in service with the Ukrainian army.

Here's What We Know

The video of the BMP in the hands of the AFU was published by Twitter user with the nickname @front_ukrainian. The production of combat vehicles was carried out by the company DAF. According to Militarny, such BMPs were transferred to Ukraine from the warehouses of a private collector. It is not yet known how many YPR-765 PRI received by Ukraine.

Flashback

The YPR-765 PRI boasts an EWS turret with night vision sight and Swiss 25mm Oerlikon KBA B02 cannon, which is capable of fighting lightly armoured targets and infantry. Along with the cannon, the armoured vehicle is also fitted with a 7.62mm FN MAG twin machine gun. The YPR-765 PRI is capable of carrying 7 paratroopers.

The AFU is using Belgian YPR-765 PRI BMPs with EWS turret and 25 mm Oerlikon KBA B02 cannon

Source: @front_ukrainian