110th Separate Mechanized Brigade

ORBAT last updated: 13/11/23

Nov 15, 2023

The 110th Mechanized Brigade was formed in March 2022 following the full-scale invasion. It has since become renowned for its role in the defense of Avdiivka and recently reportedly performed exceptionally well despite the mass of fresh Russian resources committed to this front.

Of note in the context of Avdiivka is the attachment of several other Battalions to the 110th OMBr. The 2nd Mechanized Battalion of the Presidential Brigade and (possibly) the 12th and 468th Rifle Battalions are organized under the 110th’s command, in a coordination role similar to the 93rd OMBr during the battle of Bakhmut.

Analysis/Notes

The three Mechanized Battalions all seem to field a variety of BMP-1s, BMP-2s (including some captured and re-entered into service) and YPR-765s.
One of the Mechanized Battalions might be nicknamed “Coyote”, though this was only mentioned in one Facebook post.
Humvees are also used in some form.
The 3rd Mechanized Battalion is confirmed to employ a 2nd Mortar Battery, likely meaning the others also do (both 82mm and 120mm mortars seen in use).
Donated M3 MAAWS rocket launchers are also in the Brigade’s arsenal.
Despite the existence of its insignia, the permanent presence of 12th Rifle Battalion in the Brigade (and its details) could not be confirmed.
No Tank Battalion could be confirmed through public sources despite a few tank captures. While it’s possible it simply has not been photographed and published, the presence in the area of the 12th (Separate) Tank Battalion might suggest that armored elements are attached as needed.
The Artillery Group is particularly unique in its equipment.
One Battalion uses D-30 (122mm) towed howitzers, including Pakistani-supplied P1A1 122mm shells.
The heavier Battalion is equipped with Czech-donated DANA vz. 77 (152mm) wheeled SPHs. Only 13 were donated (enough for two batteries) and two were damaged but probably repaired.
The Rocket Artillery Battalion uses Czech-donated RM-70 Vampire MLRS.
The Target Acquisition Battery has integrated one of the Brigade’s main UAV units, named BUAR after the Battery itself.
RUBpAK (acronym for “Strike UAVs Company”) is the other main UAV group, largely employing FPV-type drones.
Signalmen of the Brigade have been seen using pickups for movement along the front.
The Maintenance Battalion is standard-equipped with BREM-2 ARVs.