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Ukraine Showcases GYURZA-02, Its Most Advanced Urban Combat Vehicle Yet
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Ukraine’s defense industry presented a new generation of armored vehicles at the IDEF 2025 defense exhibition in Istanbul, with the introduction of the GYURZA-02 by UKR ARMO TECH.
Designed for troop transport, reconnaissance, and fire support in complex environments, the vehicle reflects evolving battlefield requirements—particularly in response to drone and anti-armor threats.
One of the most notable features of the GYURZA-02 is its net armor shielding, showcased on the exhibition floor, which serves as a countermeasure against shaped charges and loitering munitions.
According to Army Recognition on July 28, the GYURZA-02 stands out not just as an armored personnel carrier, but as a product of a combat-driven and export-oriented approach.
Developed on an 18-tonne independent suspension chassis and powered by a Cummins ISDe6.7-330 engine, the vehicle reaches speeds up to 110 km/h and supports a 10+1 crew configuration.
It is certified to NATO STANAG 4569 Level 2/3 standards and offers optional equipment such as blackout lighting, chemical and biological filtration systems, and electronic warfare modules.
The platform is optimized for both road and off-road deployment in temperate climates and is adaptable to a range of mission profiles, including urban patrols and convoy security.
The vehicle’s development is based on operational feedback from Ukrainian forces since 2022, incorporating lessons from frontline combat.
UKR ARMO TECH, which manages full-cycle production in-house, has used this input to guide the design of a modular platform with over ten configurations currently in development. This approach enables rapid integration of new technologies and mission-specific upgrades.
Compared to international counterparts such as the Oshkosh M-ATV and the TUR V, the GYURZA-02 places emphasis on modularity and counter-drone readiness.
Features such as AI-supported threat detection, smoke screen systems, and protective mesh armor are integrated into the baseline or available as standard options, offering a level of pre-adapted survivability that many Western platforms require through post-production retrofitting.
The vehicle also includes an unmanned turret and integrated sensor suite designed to support both conventional and special operations.
Earlier, on March 22, Inguar Defense confirmed that its Inguar-3 armored vehicle had successfully completed frontline testing with the 12th Azov Brigade and units near the Russian border.
Following combat deployment in the Serebrianka Forest and the Sumy region, the vehicle was upgraded to include an internal electronic warfare system and enhanced anti-drone protection. According to the company, the Inguar-3 is scheduled for deployment to Ukraine’s Defense Forces in 2025.
