Russian Airborne Troops

The Russian Airborne Troops or VDV (from "Vozdushno-Desantnye Voiska"; Air-landing Forces) is an arm of service of the Russian Military. The VDV was first formed before World War II. After Russia entered the war, the VDV undertook a significant role in the Lower Dnieper Offensive of 1943 and a number of smaller jumps.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Russian paratroopers are the main enemy faced while playing as Pvt. Ramirez, and appear in all Ranger missions save "SSDD" and "Team Player ." The VDV first make their appearance in "Wolverines!", in which they paradrop into suburban Virginia and across the East Coast in the first phase of the Russo-American War. The VDV continue to be the main enemy in "Exodus", "Of Their Own Accord", "Second Sun" and "Whiskey Hotel." They are easily recognizable by their red Urban Camouflage uniforms, and many also wear gas masks. The VDV also make an appearance in Special Ops, where they are the enemies in the missions Suspension, Body Count, Big Brother, Homeland Security, Wardriving, and Wreckage.

Assault Rifles

 * TAR-21
 * AK-47
 * FAL

Submachine Guns

 * UMP45
 * Vector
 * P90

Shotguns

 * Striker

Light Machine Guns

 * RPD

Sniper Rifles

 * Barrett .50cal

Launchers

 * RPG-7
 * FGM-148 Javelin

Machine Pistols

 * PP-2000