The upgraded BTR-82A model is armed with a 30mm 2A72 gun and can withstand hits by B-32 armor-piercing bullets. "The (upgraded) BTR-82A armored personnel carrier with enhanced ballistic and anti ...
A remotely controlled combat station with a 30 mm 2A72 automatic cannon replaced the standard turret. The vehicle was fitted with the 9K115 Metis anti-tank missile system and the PKT machine gun.