The ZBD-04 could be the tracked infantry fighting automobile (IFV) developed for the PLA in late 1990s. The vehicle features a Russian BMP-3-style turret armed with a 100mm main weapon and a coaxial 30mm cannon. The car was built to provide protected transport for an infantry squad in the battlefield; to give you fire help for dismounted infantry, and to engage enemy tanks and armoured automobiles. The ZBD-04 happens to be equipped by the amphibious mechanised divisions in South Military area. An armoured recovery car (ARV) variant ended up being additionally developed.