Russia’s engineering troops have officially taken delivery of the new armored engineering vehicle known as UBIM, according to Uralvagonzavod, the manufacturer operating within the Rostec state corporation.

The company’s press service said stable production and regular deliveries of combat vehicles had made it possible to broaden the product line with engineering and special-purpose equipment, including the UBIM, which has now been accepted for service.

The vehicle is designed to support advancing units and carry out engineering tasks under enemy fire, including in areas contaminated by radiation. Its role also includes clearing stone and forest blockages, filling in ditches, craters, ravines and other obstacles, felling trees, and laying down road surfaces across difficult terrain.

UBIM is built on the chassis of the T-90M Proryv tank. It is powered by a 1,130-horsepower engine, giving the vehicle strong mobility and solid dynamic performance. The crew compartment accommodates five personnel.