Armoured recovery vehicle are deployed in war-time operation / forward areas to salvage damaged battle tanks.  ARV WZT-3 is equipped with NSW 12.7 mm antiaircraft gun, vehicle commander observation device, observation  device,  NBC  protection,  fire  suppression  system,  communication equipment, electric welding equipment, smoke grenade system, load carrying platform, towing device, dozer blade and set of special devices and tools.