The BA-30 was a Soviet half-track armored car developed in 1937. Only a small number were built.
2-692: Developed at the NATI Institute, it was hoped that the BA-30 would be an improvement on the off-road performance of the previous BA series and was based on the chassis of the NATI-3 half-tracked transporter, whereas its armored hull was fully welded like the BA-20 . The tracks on the BA-30 used 4 small and two large wheels, along with one return roller which was also incorporated on the NATI-3 and GAZ -60. When used in snowy environments two skis could be added to
4-519: The front wheels. The BA-30 was noted for having good performance over varying terrains. It was fitted with a 71-TK-1 radio with its antenna on the hull, armed with a 7.62 DT machine gun , while the vehicle needed manning by a crew of three. Only a few BA-30s were built and tested, with some taking part in the Winter War of 1939 between the Soviet Union and Finland. However this armored car
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