The World's 9 Most Successful Amphibious Armored Vehicles - #3 Will Surprise You

4. BMP-3F Amphibious Infantry Fighting Vehicle

The Russian BMP-3F has remarkable adaptability in land and aquatic operations. Thanks to its stabilised 100mm gun/30mm autocannon mix, this vehicle has a special ability: it can fire its main armaments while floating. The vehicle can keep afloat for long times and run in Sea State 3 conditions.

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Its modular armour system lets for mission-specific protection levels; its powerful fire control system features thermal imaging and laser rangefinding capability. Particularly in areas with great coastlines or riverine operating needs, the BMP-3F has shown notable export success.