24.11.2024, 18:25
Vorstellung eines weiteren, neuen nordkoreanischen MBTs - wobei aber vermutlich Komponenten anderer, "neuer" Tanks wieder mit einflossen. Leider sieht man das Laufwerk nicht, aber vermute, es ist wieder ein T-72-Derivat in Anlehnung an den M2002/Tianma 216.
Schneemann
Zitat:North Korea Secretly Unveils Tianma-2 New Locally Made Main Battle Tankhttps://armyrecognition.com/news/army-ne...attle-tank
The newly unveiled Tianma-2 main battle tank was on display at a defense exhibition in Pyongyang, North Korea, showcasing its advanced armor, Active Protection System (APS), and modernized design on November 21, 2024. [...]
The turret design now integrates modular composite armor, offering enhanced protection against kinetic energy projectiles (APFSDS rounds) and shaped charges (HEAT rounds). The modular construction enables swift replacement of damaged armor sections in the field, a characteristic of many advanced main battle tanks. Additionally, Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA) covers the front and sides of the hull, while wire cage armor is installed at the rear to defend against rocket-propelled grenades and other shaped charge threats.
One of the most striking updates is the integration of an Active Protection System (APS), which bears similarities to the Trophy APS from Israel and its European counterparts. The APS system on the Tianma-2 includes radar sensors on each side of the turret for threat detection, along with countermeasures designed to intercept incoming anti-tank missiles and projectiles. To bolster the tank's defenses further, the turret roof is outfitted with a counter-drone anti-tank launcher system, a feature that reflects North Korea's emphasis on countering emerging aerial threats. [...]
The upgraded turret also includes a remotely operated weapon station (ROWS) equipped with a 12.7mm heavy machine gun, as well as launchers capable of firing anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs). The tank features a panoramic sight system for battlefield awareness and engagement for the commander and gunner, providing enhanced target acquisition and tracking capabilities.
Schneemann