With its powerful strength, fierce firepower and strict protection, it is no exaggeration to call it a leopard. Leopard II has become the benchmark of NATO tanks since its birth. The Germans easily found a golden balance point among the three performances of the chariot and realized the ultimate balance of the tank. Leopard II is not only a weapon system, but also a work of art. The Germans used the technology of advanced sports cars to create high-quality first-class chariots. Firepower: The latest 55-caliber Rh 120-L55 120 mm smoothbore gun of the famous Rein Metal Company, with initial velocity 1750m/s, uses tungsten alloy bullets, and penetrates to 900mm at room temperature, with quite high accuracy. With a range of 5000 meters, it is the longest range tank gun at present. Command ceremony fire control system, reaction time is 6 seconds. As the benchmark of NATO chariots, the firepower standard of Leopard IIA6 is so high that it is rarely second to none. Protection: According to the comparison test data of tank shooting conducted within NATO, the armor protection level of Leopard IIA6 is almost the same as that of M 1A2, especially the protection ability against mines has reached the world leading level. This is extremely difficult for Leopard II. The talents of German designers are impressive. Maneuverability: MB873Ka-50 1 4-stroke 12 cylinder V-type 90-angle water-cooled pre-combustion supercharged intercooled diesel engine developed by MTU Company is one of the best diesel engines in the world at present. Engine power1100 kw (1500 HP) and excellent transmission system. When the firepower and protective performance are almost the same, perhaps many people have no strict requirements for the maneuverability of tanks. But leopard two did it, better than anyone else, which is a miracle. Although the Leopard IIA6 is bulky, considering the open terrain of the European plain, it has little influence on its strategic mobility. Informatization: On Leopard II, the traditional three performances of the tank have been achieved to the extreme, and the improvement of its informatization level is a key point, and A6 has also achieved it! Third AMX producer in leclerc: French.
Leclerc is the first western modern tank to use an automatic loader, which is ahead of other western countries in automation. French tanks have always attached importance to maneuverability and firepower. The appearance of leclerc symbolizes the return of French tanks to the road of balanced development of the three major performances. Compared with other main battle tanks in Europe and America, leclerc is much more exquisite and compact, but its performance has not shrunk at all. Firepower: leclerc is equipped with a 52-caliber CNI20 120mm smoothbore gun, and the gun body has a unique shape, and the gun body smoke generating device is cancelled. The design of fire control system is more ingenious, with high firing rate and high first hit rate. Protection: Every generation of tanks in France has a brand-new design concept. The gloom of being defeated by German lightning tactics in World War II prompted the French army to put tank firepower and maneuverability in the first place, but their deliberate sacrifice of protection to gain maneuverability is no longer applicable today when the infantry anti-tank ability has been greatly improved. Therefore, the French Ground Weapons Industry Group (GIAT) clearly put the improvement of tank survivability in the first place at the beginning of the design, and adopted the most advanced modular design technology and composite armor technology to design the car body and turret, forming a unique style of leclerc. Maneuverability: French designers always pay attention to the maneuverability of tanks, and the unique transmission system, supported by the strong power of the German heart, makes leclerc obtain excellent maneuverability. It is worth mentioning that the tank adopts high pressurization technology. Leclerc's acceleration and speed change performance are extraordinary, and the time required for 0~32km/h is only 4~6 seconds. Because of its portability, its road and bridge passability and maximum range are better than those of other main tanks in Europe and America, which makes its strategic mobility outstanding. Informatization: The total weight of leclerc is about 55t, of which the weight of on-board electronic equipment accounts for 75%. No wonder leclerc has the nickname "Computer Tank". Report supplement Respondent 2009-08-05 21:02 No.4 ZTZ-99g Country of manufacture: China.
In today's world, no country dares to challenge the PLA army. As an army power, China has always attached great importance to main battle tanks. We have accumulated a lot of valuable experience by making and using Soviet tanks for a long time. In recent years, we have finally jumped out of the thinking mode of Soviet tanks and achieved positive results. The latest ZTZ-99G main station tank completely surpasses the most advanced Soviet T-90 and Japanese 90 in the three traditional performances of firepower, protection and maneuverability, and almost reaches the leading level of main station tanks in the world.
Firepower: Although China took the road of imitation-self-control in artillery, it was also shine on you who was better than Blue in this process. ZTZ-99G adopts domestic 52 times caliber 125mm high-pressure smoothbore gun, which is second to none among the main station tanks in active service in various countries, and can easily penetrate the front armor of all current main station tanks. In addition, the 99G retains a major advantage of Soviet tank guns, and can launch laser-guided missiles with a range of 5,000 m, which is of great significance for preemptively attacking ground or air targets. The latest ZTZ-99G adopts a large-scale closed-loop fire control system with domestic aiming guidance, reaching the world advanced level.
Protection: 99G has excellent bulletproof appearance, and the front of turret adopts wedge-shaped design similar to Deborah IIA 5/A6. The armor in front of the turret is 500-600mm, and there are two active reactive protective layers outside, so the actual protective layer thickness is 1000- 1200mm. The penetration depth of the main gun of American M 1A2 tank is 810 mm ... The most unique and shocking feature of 99g is the overhead laser glare suppression jamming device, which can interfere with and destroy the enemy's expensive sight equipment. So that the 99G has unique killing skills and becomes the only main battle tank with defensive attack power. It also brought a fairly high score to 99G. Maneuvering: Domestic150 HB1103 kW (1500 HP) turbocharged high-power diesel engine and new efficient transmission system are adopted, so that the maximum highway speed of 99G is 80km/h, the maximum off-road speed is 60km/h, and the acceleration time is 0-32 km/h. However, the 55t weight of the 99G is somewhat overweight compared with the roads and bridges in China and the paddy fields in the southern water network. The maneuverability of the tank and the reliability of the engine need to be improved, which makes the strategic mobility of the 99G low. Informatization: Like Soviet tanks, the biggest disadvantage of 99G is its low degree of informatization. Improving the informatization level of tanks should be the focus of improvement after 99G. Fifth Challenger No.2 Producer: Britain
The British often make unexpected innovations, but they are also the people who are most capable of grasping the remnants. Outstanding performance in its "heavy knight" challenger system main station tank. The Englishman is the inventor of the tank and the originator of the tank composite armor. But you can also make the tank bulky and protective. Today, the rifled gun has withdrawn from the historical stage and the smoothbore gun dominates the world. The British still stubbornly adhere to the rifled gun. No matter how well the British play the rifling gun, as one of the important NATO countries, I'm afraid the British can only knock out their teeth and swallow them when they carry out joint missions with NATO countries. Firepower: naturally, the British stubbornly insist on the rifled gun for a certain reason, that is, the unique advantages of the rifled gun. As far as the performance of firearms is concerned, the rifle of Challenger 2 is far superior to other muskets in both range and shooting accuracy. But unfortunately, the shortcomings and advantages of the rifled gun are equally prominent. It is not only easy to wear, but also has poor service life and limited power. In addition, due to the universality of firearms and their components, logistics work is extremely difficult. Its accuracy is also difficult to play an advantage because of the poor fire control system. Protection: The British are the inventors of composite armor, and their tank armor performance is world-famous. The British are particularly keen on protection. Challenger 2' s armor performance is outstanding, very overbearing, and the armor protection of the whole car is almost watertight. The British believe that although mobility is sacrificed, the first thing to ensure on the battlefield is survivability. In this way, they can attack gracefully like knights, without having to dodge left and right, which is detrimental to gentlemanly manners. Maneuverability: From the challenger's own point of view, perhaps the British don't think its maneuverability is so bad, but compared with other advanced tanks, the challenger's 65t body immediately appears extremely heavy, even if the "European Power Pack" is used, it is difficult to fundamentally solve the contradiction. Coupled with the aforementioned artillery problem, Challenger 2' s tactics and strategic mobility are very general. Informatization: Challenger 2, like other western main station tanks, has a high degree of informatization. MK-IV Merkava 4 No.6 Producer: Israel
Israelis have rich experience in the use of tanks in previous Middle East wars, and they are one of the few countries with rich experience in the actual combat of modern main station tanks. Merkava series main station tanks vividly reflect the Hebrew understanding of tanks. Climbing out of a pool of blood in World War II and building a country under the eyes of a strong enemy, Israelis may have the highest understanding and attention to the role of tanks in the world, which also gave birth to the Israeli concept of tanks: all designs are centered on the survival rate of occupants, and all firepower, protection and mobility should serve them. Firepower: Like Japanese Type 90, MK4 tank adopts 44 caliber 120mm smooth-bore gun technology imported from Rheinmetall Company of Germany. After localization, the performance of MK4 tank was further improved by the Israelis, and it can launch all kinds of shells and rockets, and has the ability to shoot down helicopters. The fire control system of MK4 is also developed by Israel, with excellent performance. The top of the turret is equipped with a 60mm mortar. Make MK4 have good firepower performance. Protection: The unique front design of the power cabin provides a strong guarantee for the safety of the occupants inside the tank. In addition, the whole car body is cast, the armor plate with good bulletproof shape is welded on the front upper armor, the hanging chain behind the turret, the warehouse door at the back of the car body, the extremely strong anti-mine ability under the car body and the unique design of the turret all reflect the wisdom of Israeli tanks. The conventional protection performance is amazing. However, with the rapid development of individual anti-tank firepower today, even MK is not immune. The recent reports about MK's frequent gut opening on the battlefield have made people question the myth that MK can't break the golden body, especially the Israelis who have made great efforts are greatly annoyed and humiliated. At the same time, it also challenges the anti-tank operations of all countries in the future. Of course, we can't deny Mekava's outstanding performance on this basis. M 1A2' s "record" in this respect is much better than MK's "excellent", and we do not deny M 1A2. Maneuver: Merkava 4 main battle tank adopts diesel internal combustion engine, and its power is increased from 1300 horsepower of Merkava 3 to 1500 horsepower. But overall, MK4' s tactical mobility is not good. Because its design and use environment is mainly aimed at the desert plain in the Middle East, its strategic mobility is limited. Informatization: On the basis of Merkava 3, Merkava 4 main battle tank has greatly improved and adjusted the armored protection and yard management system, realizing the digitalization of modern battlefield. No.7 T-90C/S Producer: Russia
The design concept of Russian tanks is "simplicity is beauty", while the use concept of tanks is "more, faster, better and cheaper". Its pragmatism is unabashed and clear at a glance. This is in sharp contrast with the western tank philosophy. Compared with well-made western tanks and even China tanks, Russian tanks are rough, crude and shabby in appearance. The biggest advantage of T-90 is that it is simple, cheap, consumes less resources and labor, and can be produced wildly in wartime. It is an efficient and cost-effective cluster charge weapon. For all enemies, it is a nightmare to face endless T-90 s that are alive and kicking all over the floor. Firepower: Russians are typically offensive rather than defensive. 125mm large caliber artillery can fire all kinds of shells and 125mm gun-launched missiles. Its firepower is fierce and famous all over the world. This gun has excellent performance. Russians don't want sophisticated fire control systems, they want practicality. They adopt the IA45 integrated fire control system of T-80U, and are equipped with day and night aiming system with stabilizing device and thermal imaging aiming system, which improves the combat capability at night or in bad weather conditions and is simple and economical. However, its firepower does not drop but rises, which is reliable and durable. Protection: The armor protection of the T-90S is not outstanding. Active defense armor and jamming device (Stola-1 photoelectric jamming system) are not as good as people think, but this does not mean that the protective performance of T-90S is not so good. The T-90S is not inferior to the main tank in western countries. Mobility: Like China ZTZ-99G, it is developed on the basis of T-72, but there is no shadow of T-72 in 99G. The T-90 still uses the chassis of the T-72B and the power system of 65,438+0,200 HP. However, due to its excellent performance, it fully meets the requirements of Russia, and the total weight of the tank is low, and the maximum road speed is 60km/h, so it has excellent maneuverability. Moreover, like other Russian weapons, it is simple, practical, safe and reliable, convenient in logistics support, with a maximum travel distance of 650km and excellent in strategic maneuverability. Therefore, the T-90S has a high mobility score. Informatization: The common fault of the East Main Battle Tank, and the degree of informatization and digitalization needs to be improved. It is reported that respondents supplemented 2009-08-05-21:03 No.890 product country: Japan.
Since it came out in the 1990s, Type 90 once topped the list of tanks with its fashionable and advanced fire control system for hunting fighters and good agility. The Type 90 is almost the Asian version of the German Leopard IIA4, and the Japanese's harder wind is reflected in its tanks. Unfortunately, the Japanese are very narcissistic. In the past 20 years, there has been no progress in improving tanks. In contrast, China's tanks developed by leaps and bounds, quickly surpassing Japan, and finally made the 90-type advantage no longer, and passively started the so-called "super tank" plan. Firepower: Type 90 still uses the 44-caliber 120MM smoothbore gun from Rheinmetall of Germany. Although the performance is excellent, it is not outstanding today with the rapid development of artillery technology. The once leading advanced fire control system is also facing the embarrassing situation of falling behind others. Protection: lack of armor protection has always been a short board of type 90. In turret design, the Japanese all accept the advantages and disadvantages of German teachers, and the bullet hole area of nearly 200mm between turret and car body has been criticized. Maneuver: Japanese people are short in stature, and the corresponding 90-style is much lighter than Leopard IIA4. The Type 90 has a powerful heart of 1500 horsepower, especially its excellent suspension and transmission system, so it has amazing tactical maneuverability. However, its fatal flaw is that Japan's civil industry is strong, but its military industry foundation is relatively weak and imperfect, and its research and development strength is limited. Model 90 adopts Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' two-stroke engine. Although the power has been achieved, the fuel consumption and reliability are not ideal. In addition, living alone in an island country, surrounded by the sea, the 90-type strategic mobility is even more admirable. It has seriously affected the comprehensive score of type 90 maneuverability. Informatization: Up to now, although the informatization level of Type 90 is not excellent, it is still among the best in Asia. Only how long this advantage can last, the Japanese know better than anyone. No.9 T-84- 120 Country of manufacture: Ukraine
Ukraine is the heavy industry base of the former Soviet Union. The R&D and manufacturing capability of its main battle tank should not be underestimated. Ukrainian T-84 series and Russian T90 series parted ways after T-72, and each embarked on its own development path of main battle tanks. But after all, he has the same genes, so he has all the traditional advantages of Russian tanks. Figuratively speaking, T-84- 120, the first in the west, is a typical work of "combining East and West". Although there is suspicion of "patchwork", it is the real skill of Ukrainian tank designers to "spell" well and "gather" beautifully. Firepower: T-84- 120 was developed on the chassis of the T-84 main battle tank. The main gun is a 120mm smoothbore gun, the caliber of which is 50 times that of NATO standard. This is inconsistent with the 44 or 55 or even 52 caliber adopted by the mainstream in the West. A more credible analysis is that this kind of smoothbore gun was designed by Ukraine itself, but obviously adopted western technology, and moved closer to the west in barrel design and bore size, thus launching NATO 120mm shells. The gun can fire gun-launched missiles. Protection: Equipped with advanced photoelectric self-protection system, including automatic gas-solvent smoke bomb to prevent laser detection and second-generation anti-tank missile to automatically start double infrared jamming device to deal with infrared tracking. It is estimated that this system is the "Curtain-1" armored fighting vehicle protection system installed on the Ukrainian T-84 tank. Maneuverability: The 6TD-2 cylinder, water-cooled, two-stroke and multi-fuel engine designed and manufactured by Ukraine is adopted. Maximum power 1200 HP (2600 rpm). The maximum speed of highway is 70km/h, the maximum speed of off-road is 45km/h, and the maximum speed of reverse gear is 34 km/h Informatization: equipped with basic communication equipment and positioning system. However, due to the confusion caused by the combination of T-84- 120, its informatization score is very general. NO. 10 Ram II producer: Italy mentions Italian chariots, and many people may think of the famous "Centauri" armored vehicle. In fact, Italy is not only a world-class armored vehicle, but its main battle tank is not well-known but its performance is also very advanced. Ram II can force South Korea's K 1A 1, Pakistan's MBT2000 Halid, South Africa's Horn and other main battle tanks to enter TOP 10, not because it is much more advanced than them, but mainly because the users of these three tanks have low technical content in their own countries, and the industrial capacity of their tanks is obviously insufficient, which leads to the inherent shortage of tank use efficiency and development potential. Compared with Russian T-80U and China 96G, Ram II has a slight advantage in tank quality. Firepower: 44 caliber 120mm musket, produced by Otto Melella. This gun is improved on the basis of 120 120mm smoothbore gun of German Leopard II. It has the ability of "hunter-fighter" attack, which makes it reach the level of M 1A2 fire control system. Protection: the car body and turret are welded with steel armor, and the main components are made of composite armor. There are three prevention devices and fire extinguishing and explosion suppression devices in the car. Generally speaking, Ram's main battle tank has good firepower and maneuverability, but its protection is slightly different from the most advanced main battle tank. Maneuvering: the power plant is a water-cooled turbocharged diesel engine with the maximum power of 1 100kw. The transmission device is a hydraulic mechanical gearbox produced by ZF company in Germany. The suspension device is liquid-gas type. The maximum speed of the tank is 65 km/h, and the acceleration time of 0-32 km/h is 6-7 seconds. This shows that its maneuverability is similar to that of the Leopard II tank. Informatization: Although the informatization level of Ram II is slightly average compared with other top main battle tanks in Europe and America, the gap is not obvious. In addition, within the NATO mechanism, joint military operations make the armored forces of various countries have little difference in their ability to obtain information.