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Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

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  • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

    Originally posted by matrixfighter View Post
    Barev eghbayrners!

    I've been reading this thread for fun almost since it's origin, because then I was working on an academic paper about possible military scenarios in case of Azeri agression on Artsax and evaluating the unfolding of the likely events. So, I'm a long-time reader first-time poster in this forum.

    I have recently found out that Armenian Army now has Russian ГАЗ-2975 «Тигр» http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GAZ-2975 . I later found out (from this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvhxvQQRapY watch after 23:00) that these machines cost as much as $300,000 each! I wonder how many of these did Armenia purchase? And how much they spent on such a deal? Does anybody know?

    In my view this is not the best value for money. They could have purchased loads of BTR-60s or BTR-70s for a lot cheaper, which, though old, is stll a superior machine. What's more is that US military is gradually dumping the good old HUMVEES (in favour of new BAE vehicles that are more resistant to urban insurgencies and landmines), therefore used HUMVEES are flooding the market at dirt cheap prices like $20,000-$40,000. That's why I think purchasing these Tigers was a bit of a waste. What do you think?
    But that same Wikipedia source that you quoted says that the per unit cost is $60,000...

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    • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

      Originally posted by HyeFighter2 View Post
      okay federate can u make some source? but gun is good,georgia getting powerfull
      I don't think they will get more effective,dumping Ak's is stupid idea for them,they got a lesser weaponry now gj to them and there PR campaign.

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        since when do you trust Wikipedia for *precise* info? In fact, it's a new battleground between Azeri and Armenian wikipedians (there are lots of stories I can tell you about what has been going on in terms of online warfare, some of which I'm sure you already know).
        That $60,000 figure refers to the civilian version of TIGR (not armored and without other features that the military version has). The military version of TIGR costs $300,000.

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        • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

          [QUOTE=Federate;331465]They will remove your additions unless you properly source it.

          New Georgian-made rifle called G-5, which seems to be a copy of the American M4
          QUOTE]

          Are you sure Federate? I thought all they make when it comes to rifles is M-4 silencer like the one in the photo.
          B0zkurt Hunter

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          • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

            Originally posted by matrixfighter View Post
            since when do you trust Wikipedia for *precise* info? In fact, it's a new battleground between Azeri and Armenian wikipedians (there are lots of stories I can tell you about what has been going on in terms of online warfare, some of which I'm sure you already know).
            That $60,000 figure refers to the civilian version of TIGR (not armored and without other features that the military version has). The military version of TIGR costs $300,000.
            No arguement here axper. Seeing as you are knowledgeable on the subject, any news on Armenia possibly attaining S-400s in the near future?

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            • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

              Originally posted by matrixfighter View Post
              Barev eghbayrners!

              I've been reading this thread for fun almost since it's origin, because then I was working on an academic paper about possible military scenarios in case of Azeri agression on Artsax and evaluating the unfolding of the likely events. So, I'm a long-time reader first-time poster in this forum.

              I have recently found out that Armenian Army now has Russian ГАЗ-2975 «Тигр» http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GAZ-2975 . I later found out (from this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvhxvQQRapY watch after 23:00) that these machines cost as much as $300,000 each! I wonder how many of these did Armenia purchase? And how much they spent on such a deal? Does anybody know?

              In my view this is not the best value for money. They could have purchased loads of BTR-60s or BTR-70s for a lot cheaper, which, though old, is stll a superior machine. What's more is that US military is gradually dumping the good old HUMVEES (in favour of new BAE vehicles that are more resistant to urban insurgencies and landmines), therefore used HUMVEES are flooding the market at dirt cheap prices like $20,000-$40,000. That's why I think purchasing these Tigers was a bit of a waste. What do you think?
              Welcome to the forum matrixfighter! I, and i'm sure many others here, would love to read your academic paper on scenarios for the next war if you permit us to view it

              As for your question, my own belief is that while it is indeed more expensive, I think we'd never pay full price for any weaponry that comes from Russia given the alliance's terms of them providing us with weaponry that is either free of charge or discounted. We probably got a good deal on it. Not sure how many we purchased but if anybody feels like watching the September 2011 military parade in Armenia once more, the TIGR was featured in it and we can figure out how many we have minimum.

              Originally posted by HyeFighter2 View Post
              okay federate can u make some source? but gun is good,georgia getting powerfull
              The thing about Wikipedia is that they want reliable sources to back up your claims/additions. Meaning, unless someone reliable reports that the Armenian army is using the Accuracy International such as Jane's for example, Wikipedians will most likely remove it.

              Originally posted by Eddo211 View Post
              Originally posted by Federate View Post
              They will remove your additions unless you properly source it.

              New Georgian-made rifle called G-5, which seems to be a copy of the American M4
              Are you sure Federate? I thought all they make when it comes to rifles is M-4 silencer like the one in the photo.
              It's what the Georgians are claiming. Here's a video of the so-called "G-5" (starts at 16:08):

              Azerbaboon: 9.000 Google hits and counting!

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              • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

                Originally posted by matrixfighter View Post
                since when do you trust Wikipedia for *precise* info? In fact, it's a new battleground between Azeri and Armenian wikipedians (there are lots of stories I can tell you about what has been going on in terms of online warfare, some of which I'm sure you already know).
                That $60,000 figure refers to the civilian version of TIGR (not armored and without other features that the military version has). The military version of TIGR costs $300,000.

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                • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

                  hmm?

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                  • Re: Nagorno-Karabagh: Military Balance Between Armenia & Azerbaijan

                    The Armenian-Turkish border is controlled by Russian border guards









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