The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has officially certified the Gyurza-02 4×4 armored combat vehicle for military operational use, marking a significant advancement in Ukraine’s indigenous defense capabilities.
Developed by the local mobility firm UkrArmoTech, the Gyurza-02 features robust protection using NATO-grade armor plates, designed to withstand both standard and anti-armor shells, as well as blast fragments. The vehicle incorporates a V-shaped underchassis, which is particularly effective at redirecting severe impacts from explosive devices, while also employing bulletproof glass and shock-absorbing seats intended to enhance occupant safety during operations.
Weighing in at 16 tons and measuring approximately 7 meters in length, the Gyurza-02 has the capacity to transport up to 11 personnel. The vehicle is powered by a 385-horsepower Cummins turbodiesel engine and features a 6-speed Allison 3000 transmission, enabling a top speed of 110 kilometers per hour and a maximum operational range of 1,000 kilometers.
Equipped for combat, the Gyurza-02 includes a weapon station fitted with an M2 Browning 12.7-millimeter machine gun, capable of carrying 300 rounds of ammunition for effective fire support. Remarkably, the vehicle was constructed in just six months after its initial concept was developed and has undergone rigorous prototyping and trials.
The certification of the Gyurza-02 comes shortly after UkrArmoTech delivered another armored vehicle, dubbed the “TISA,” to the Ukrainian Armed Forces last May. This delivery represents the first phase of a larger initiative aimed at enhancing the military’s ground vehicle fleet for a variety of roles, including logistics, troop transport, and reconnaissance. The TISA, which draws inspiration from the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 design, also features a rotating machine gun for improved combat efficiency.
In addition to these developments, the Ukrainian military certified another domestically-produced tactical vehicle for deployment earlier this year, the Djura 5×5 light armored vehicle, which is similarly based on the Toyota chassis. These advancements underscore Ukraine’s commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities through local innovation and production.
