Wish the BMP-3 was the same.In a general sense, yes the zbd-04(a) is pretty much an improved copy of the bmp 3. Over its russian counterpart it has: a thermal gunner sight, thicker armor, better ergonomics for crew members ( e.g massive drivers hatch), much much better ergonomics for the passengers with no more awkward seating arrangments, two laser warning recievers either side of the turret, and a fire control system that is actually integrated into the sighting system.