PRP-4A (Argus) Russian Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
PRP-4A Argus
Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
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Basic Information
Name
PRP-4A (Argus) Russian Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
Designation
PRP-4A Argus
Alternate Designation
PRP-4A Argus
Equipment Type
Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
Manufacturer
Rubtsovsk Machine Building Plant, a part of Russian company Uralvagonzavod
Date of Introduction
2009
Description
The PRP-4A Argus mobile reconnaissance post is the latest version of the PRP-4 Nard, which was adopted back in the early 1980s. The PRP-4A Argus has enhanced capabilities over its predecessor. Its main role is to carry out reconnaissance for artillery units, determine target coordinates and act as a general forward observation vehicle. It entered service with the Russian Army in 2009. It is being produced in small numbers for the Russian Army. This reconnaissance vehicle is also being offered for export.
Ground Specifications
Crew
4
Mobility Type
Tracked
Main Weapon
7.62 mm machine gun
Engine
Diesel (300 hp)
Active Protection
None
Max Speed
65.0 km/h
Range
550.0 km
Variants
PRP-4MU
The PRP-4MU armored reconnaissance vehicle is intended for reconnaissance of stationary and moving ground targets day and night, under any weather conditions.
PRP-4 Nard
Base model
System
Alternative Designation
PRP-4A Argus
Type
Amphibious Artillery Reconnaissance Vehicle
Manufacturer
Rubtsovsk Machine Building Plant, a part of Russian company Uralvagonzavod.
Family
PRP Series
Crew
4 ea
Passenger Capacity
INA
Chassis
The PRP-4A is based on the BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicle chassis.
Note
This reconnaissance vehicle has a number of sensors and can operate in day or night conditions.
Dimensions
Length
6.74 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
2.15 m
Weight, Combat
13.8 tons
Ground Pressure
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
UTD-20S1
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
300 hp
Range
550 km
Speed, Maximum Road
65 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
INA
Speed Maximum Swim
7 km/h
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
0.7 m
Trench
2.2 m
Fording Depth
Amphibious
Main Gun
Note
The PRP-4A is armed only with a 7.62 mm machine gun for self-defense.
Radar
Name
IL120-1 Battlefield Surveillance Radar
Type
The Argus is fitted with a mast-mounted battlefield surveillance radar.
Frequency Range
10 - 20 Ghz (IEEE Ku Band or NATO J Band)
Targets
This radar detects mobile and stationary targets.
Detection Range, Person
7km
Detection Range, Vehicles
12-20 km. Once the hostile tank is stationary and its engine is turned off, detection range is reduced to 2 km.
Detection Range, Buildings
25 km
Fire Control
Name
INA
Computerized FCS
No
Laser Rangefinder
Yes, 1D14-1 periscopic laser rangefinder
Thermal Camera
Yes
Optical Electronic Surveillance System Range
20-40 meters
Dismounted Observation Post Maximum Distance from the Vehicle
6 km
Protection
Hull Armor
The vehicle's armor is welded rolled steel varying in thickness between 6 millimetres (0.24 in) thick on the top of the hull. Armor of this reconnaissance vehicle provides all-round protection against 12.7 mm rounds. Front arc partially withstands 20 mm rounds.
Turret Armor
33 mm
Applique Armor
Available
Explosive Reactive Armor
No
Active Protection System
No
Mine Clearing
No
NBC Protection
INA
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
Reconnaissance Vehicles
Land > Infantry Vehicles > Reconnaissance Vehicles
Filter Label
P
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
6.74 m
Width
2.94 m
Height
2.15 m
Weight
13800 kg
Operators (4)
Russia
Ukraine
Belarus
CFE Treaty
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