Russia's newest tank can choose its own target

Russia is testing out its latest prototype, and it could be powerful enough to replace all of Russia's existing tracked assault vehicles.

The 25-ton Kurganets BMP-25 infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) was seen rehearsing for Russia's May 9th Victory Day parade. It can operate underwater, and its firing system of anti-tank guided missile launchers is "capable of choosing its own targets," Engadget reports.

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Meghan DeMaria

Meghan DeMaria is a staff writer at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked for USA Today and Marie Claire.