The BRDM-2 (Boyevaya Razvedyvatelnaya Dozornaya Mashina-2) is a Soviet-era amphibious armored scout car that saw significant use in the Angolan Civil War (1975-2002) by Soviet-aligned forces, including the Angolan Army (FAPLA) and Cuban troops, primarily for reconnaissance and patrol due to its mobility, amphibious features, and robust, albeit lightly armored, design against varied terrains, including minefields, though its lighter armor made it vulnerable to heavier South African forces.
- Role: Reconnaissance, patrol, and light support.
- Capabilities: Amphibious (can swim), 4×4, capable of traversing rough terrain with its unique belly wheels, and armed with a 14.5mm KPVT heavy machine gun and a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun.
- Performance: Valued for mobility in diverse Angolan environments but struggled against South African Ratel armored cars in direct engagements due to its light armor.
