Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering (KPE), the joint venture between the global aerospace and technological business, Paramount Group, and one of Kazakhstan’s leading defense and engineering companies, Kazpetro Mash, has announced that the company has commenced production of the advanced Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), the Barys 6×6. The first deliveries are expected by the end of the year to the Armed Forces Special Units of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Barys 6×6 accommodates two crew members, up to eight troops, and can be utilized for a myriad of defense and security operations, including border patrol, armored ambulance, and infantry fire support.

In accordance with the requirements of the Kazakhstan Armed Forces, the Barys 6×6 has been additionally equipped with fire-extinguishing systems, modified hatchets, upgraded mechanical turret, and various systems for attaching and storing weapons and ammunition, both internally and externally to the IFV. A highly agile infantry combat vehicle, the Barys 6×6 is being manufactured entirely from within Kazakhstan, utilizing next-generation MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) technology, providing unparalleled protection against landmines, IEDs, side blasts, and RPG attacks in the process.

Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering’s Barys 6X6 Infantry Combat Vehicle John Craig, Executive Chairman of Paramount Land Systems, stated that, “This order for the Barys 6×6 by the government of Kazakhstan is a very important achievement for Kazakhstan Paramount Engineering and the country’s defense industry capabilities. This is laying the foundation for ramped up production of the Barys range of vehicles for years to come. The initial production of the state-of-the-art Barys 6×6 embodies the country’s advanced industrial and engineering capabilities. It is a proud moment for the country and every employee of KPE.”