http://www.military-today.com/engineering/brem_80u.htm The BREM-80U armored recovery vehicle was developed as a private venture to support the T-80U main battle tanks. The advent of the T-80 MBTs entailed difficulties in its complexity and logistical support. Furthermore introduction of the T-80U on the international market required a special recovery vehicle intended for this tank. The BREM-80U was first revealed in 1998. It is similar to modern Western ARVs. More information on Military-Today.com website.