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Template:Bombs

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{{Navigation-Start|High-explosive and general-purpose bombs}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|[[US Bombs General Information|'''USA''']]}}

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|100 lb|45 kg}}}}[[AN-M30A1 (100 lb)|AN-M30A1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[AN-M57 (250 lb)|AN-M57]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 81 (250 lb)|LDGP Mk 81]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|300 lb|136 kg}}}}[[H.E. M31 (300 lb)|H.E. M31]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M64A1]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 82 (500 lb)|LDGP Mk 82]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|600 lb|272 kg}}}}[[H.E. M32 (600 lb)|H.E. M32]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|750 lb|340 kg}}}}[[M117 cone 45 (750 lb)|M117 cone 45]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-M65A1]]{{-}}[[AN-M65A1 Fin M129 (1,000 lb)|AN-M65A1 Fin M129]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|LDGP Mk 83]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|2,000 lb|907 kg}}}}[[AN-M66A2 (2,000 lb)|AN-M66A2]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 84 (2,000 lb)|LDGP Mk 84]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|3,000 lb|1,361 kg}}}}[[M118 (3,000 lb)|M118]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|4,000 lb|1,814 kg}}}}[[AN-M56 (4,000 lb)|AN-M56]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Germany'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[SC50JA (50 kg)|SC50JA]]

{{Navigation-Line|200 kg}}[[Sprengbombe (200 kg)|Sprengbombe]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[SC250JA (250 kg)|SC250JA]]

{{Navigation-Line|400 kg}}[[Sprengbombe (400 kg)|Sprengbombe]]

{{Navigation-Line|450 kg}}[[Sprengbombe 68/70 (450 kg)|Sprengbombe 68/70]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[SC500K (500 kg)|SC500K]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,000 kg}}[[SC1000L2 (1,000 kg)|SC1000L2]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,800 kg}}[[SC1800B (1,800 kg)|SC1800B]]

{{Navigation-Line|2,500 kg}}[[SC2500 (2,500 kg)|SC2500]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''USSR'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|25 kg}}[[AO-25M-1 (25 kg)|AO-25M-1]]

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-50sv]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-100sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-100M-43 (100 kg)|FAB-100M-43]]{{-}}[[OFAB-100 (100 kg)|OFAB-100]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[FAB-250sv (250 kg)|FAB-250sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-43 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-44 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-44]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-46 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-46]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-54 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-54]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-62 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-62]]{{-}}[[OFAB-250sv (250 kg)|OFAB-250sv]]{{-}}[[OFAB-250-270 (250 kg)|OFAB-250-270]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[FAB-500sv (500 kg)|FAB-500sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-43 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-44 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-44]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-46 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-46]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-54 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-54]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-62 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-62]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,000 kg}}[[FAB-1000 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000]]{{-}}[[FAB-1000M-43 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-1000M-44 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000M-44]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,500 kg}}[[FAB-1500M-46 (1,500 kg)|FAB-1500M-46]]

{{Navigation-Line|3,000 kg}}[[FAB-3000M-46 (3,000 kg)|FAB-3000M-46]]

{{Navigation-Line|5,000 kg}}[[FAB-5000 (5,000 kg)|FAB-5000]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Britain'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.IV (250 lb)|G.P. Mk.IV]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (250 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.IV (500 lb)|G.P. Mk.IV]]{{-}}[[H.E. M.C. Mk.II (500 lb)|H.E. M.C. Mk.II]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (500 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|540 lb|245 kg}}}}[[Mk.M2 (540 lb)|Mk.M2]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.I (1,000 lb)|G.P. Mk.I]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (1,000 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]{{-}}[[L.D H.E. M.C. Mk.1 (1,000 lb)|L.D H.E. M.C. Mk.1]]{{-}}[[H.E. M.C. Mk.13 (1,000 lb)|H.E. M.C. Mk.13]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|4,000 lb|1,814 kg}}}}[[H.C. Mk.II (4,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.II]]{{-}}[[H.C. Mk.IV (4,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.IV]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|8,000 lb|3,627 kg}}}}[[H.C. Mk.II (8,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.II]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|12,000 lb|5,443 kg}}}}[[H.C Mk.I (12,000 lb)|H.C Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|[[Japan Bombs General Information|'''Japan''']]}}

{{Navigation-Line|'''''Army'''''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[Army Type 94 GPHE (50 kg)|Type 94 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[Army Type 94 GPHE (100 kg)|Type 94 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Army Type 92 GPHE (250 kg)|Type 92 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[Army Type 92 GPHE (500 kg)|Type 92 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|'''''Navy'''''}}

{{Navigation-Line|60 kg}}[[Navy Type 97 Number 6 (60 kg)|Type 97 Number 6]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Navy Type 98 Number 25 (250 kg)|Type 98 Number 25]]{{-}}[[Navy Type Number 25 Model 2 (250 kg)|Type Number 25 Model 2]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[Navy Type Number 50 Model 2 (500 kg)|Type Number 50 Model 2]]

{{Navigation-Line|800 kg}}[[Number 80 Mod. 1 (800 kg)|Number 80 Mod. 1]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''China'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[100-2 (100 kg)|100-2]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Type 250-2 (250 kg)|Type 250-2]]{{-}}[[250-3 (250 kg)|250-3]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[500-3 (500 kg)|500-3]]

{{Navigation-Line|1500 kg}}[[1500-2 (1,500 kg)|1500-2]]

{{Navigation-Line|3000 kg}}[[3000-2 (3,000 kg)|3000-2]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Italy'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[GP 50 (50 kg)|GP 50]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[GP 100T (100 kg)|GP 100T]]{{-}}[[SAP 100M (100 kg)|SAP 100M]]

{{Navigation-Line|230 kg}}[[BAFG-230 (230 kg)|BAFG-230]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[GP 250 (250 kg)|GP 250]]

{{Navigation-Line|460 kg}}[[BAFG-460 (460 kg)|BAFG-460]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[GP 500 (500 kg)|GP 500]]

{{Navigation-Line|800 kg}}[[GP 800 (800 kg)|GP 800]]

{{Navigation-Line|920 kg}}[[BAFG-920 (920 kg)|BAFG-920]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''France'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[D.T. No.2 (50 kg)|D.T. No.2]]{{-}}[[G.A. MMN. 50 (50 kg)|G.A. MMN. 50]]{{-}}[[Type 61C (50 kg)|Type 61C]]

{{Navigation-Line|75 kg}}[[G2 Navale (75 kg)|G2 Navale]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[No.1 (100 kg)|No.1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 81 (250 lb)|SAMP Mk 81]]

{{Navigation-Line|150 kg}}[[I2 Navale (150 kg)|I2 Navale]]

{{Navigation-Line|200 kg}}[[No.1 (200 kg)|No.1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 82 (500 lb)|SAMP Mk 82]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Matra 25E (250 kg)|Matra 25E]]{{-}}[[SAMP Type 25 (250 kg)|SAMP Type 25]]

{{Navigation-Line|400 kg}}[[SAMP Type 21 (400 kg)|SAMP Type 21]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|SAMP Mk 83]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[No.2 (500 kg)|No.2]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|2,000 lb|907 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 84 (2,000 lb)|SAMP Mk 84]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Sweden'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[mb m/37AT (50 kg)|mb m/37AT]]{{-}}[[sb m/42 (50 kg)|sb m/42]]{{-}}[[sb m/47 (50 kg)|sb m/47]]{{-}}[[Model 1938 (50 kg)|Model 1938]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[Model 1938 (100 kg)|Model 1938]]

{{Navigation-Line|120 kg}}[[sb m/61 (120 kg)|sb m/61]]{{-}}[[m/71 (120 kg)|m/71]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[mb m/40 (250 kg)|mb m/40]]{{-}}[[mb m/50 (250 kg)|mb m/50]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[mb m/41 (500 kg)|mb m/41]]{{-}}[[mb m/56 (500 kg)|mb m/56]]

{{Navigation-Line|600 kg}}[[mb m/50 (600 kg)|mb m/50]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Israel'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[100/50 kg G.P. (100 kg)|100/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[250/50 kg G.P. (250 kg)|250/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|360 kg}}[[360/50 kg G.P. (360 kg)|360/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[500/50 kg G.P. (500 kg)|500/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|See also}}[[Template:AP bombs|List of armour-piercing bombs]]{{-}}[[Template:Guided bombs|List of guided bombs]]{{-}}[[Template:Incendiary bombs|List of incendiary bombs]]{{-}}[[Template:Retarded bombs|List of retarded bombs]]

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Template:Israel tank cannons

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{{Navigation-Start|Israel tank cannons}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|30 mm}}[[Bushmaster 2 Mk.44 (30 mm)|Bushmaster 2 Mk.44]] (USA)
{{Navigation-Line|75 mm}}[[SA50 L/57 (75 mm)|SA50 L/57]] (France)
{{Navigation-Line|84 mm}}[[20pdr OQF Mk.I (84 mm)|20pdr OQF Mk.I]] (UK)
{{Navigation-Line|90 mm}}[[DEFA F1 (90 mm)|DEFA F1]] (France){{-}}[[M41 (90 mm)|M41]] (USA)
{{Navigation-Line|100 mm}}[[D-10T (100 mm)|D-10T]] (USSR)
{{Navigation-Line|105 mm}}[[M-51 (105 mm)|M-51]] (France){{-}}[[M68 (105 mm)|M68]] (USA){{-}}[[Sharir (105 mm)|Sharir]]
{{Navigation-Line|120 mm}}[[IMI MG251 (120 mm)|IMI MG251]]{{-}}[[IMI MG253 (120 mm)|IMI MG253]]
{{Navigation-Line|155 mm}}[[M126 (155 mm)|M126]] (USA){{-}}[[M185 (155 mm)|M185]] (USA){{-}}[[Soltam M845 (155 mm)|Soltam M845]]
{{Navigation-End}}<noinclude>
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Template:Bombs

2024-11-13T09:04:49Z

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{{Navigation-Start|High-explosive and general-purpose bombs}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|[[US Bombs General Information|'''USA''']]}}

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|100 lb|45 kg}}}}[[AN-M30A1 (100 lb)|AN-M30A1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[AN-M57 (250 lb)|AN-M57]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 81 (250 lb)|LDGP Mk 81]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|300 lb|136 kg}}}}[[H.E. M31 (300 lb)|H.E. M31]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[AN-M64A1 (500 lb)|AN-M64A1]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 82 (500 lb)|LDGP Mk 82]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|600 lb|272 kg}}}}[[H.E. M32 (600 lb)|H.E. M32]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|750 lb|340 kg}}}}[[M117 cone 45 (750 lb)|M117 cone 45]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[AN-M65A1 (1,000 lb)|AN-M65A1]]{{-}}[[AN-M65A1 Fin M129 (1,000 lb)|AN-M65A1 Fin M129]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|LDGP Mk 83]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|2,000 lb|907 kg}}}}[[AN-M66A2 (2,000 lb)|AN-M66A2]]{{-}}[[LDGP Mk 84 (2,000 lb)|LDGP Mk 84]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|3,000 lb|1,361 kg}}}}[[M118 (3,000 lb)|M118]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|4,000 lb|1,814 kg}}}}[[AN-M56 (4,000 lb)|AN-M56]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Germany'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[SC50JA (50 kg)|SC50JA]]

{{Navigation-Line|200 kg}}[[Sprengbombe (200 kg)|Sprengbombe]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[SC250JA (250 kg)|SC250JA]]

{{Navigation-Line|400 kg}}[[Sprengbombe (400 kg)|Sprengbombe]]

{{Navigation-Line|450 kg}}[[Sprengbombe 68/70 (450 kg)|Sprengbombe 68/70]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[SC500K (500 kg)|SC500K]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,000 kg}}[[SC1000L2 (1,000 kg)|SC1000L2]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,800 kg}}[[SC1800B (1,800 kg)|SC1800B]]

{{Navigation-Line|2,500 kg}}[[SC2500 (2,500 kg)|SC2500]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''USSR'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|25 kg}}[[AO-25M-1 (25 kg)|AO-25M-1]]

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[FAB-50sv (50 kg)|FAB-50sv]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[FAB-100sv (100 kg)|FAB-100sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-100M-43 (100 kg)|FAB-100M-43]]{{-}}[[OFAB-100 (100 kg)|OFAB-100]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[FAB-250sv (250 kg)|FAB-250sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-43 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-44 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-44]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-46 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-46]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-54 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-54]]{{-}}[[FAB-250M-62 (250 kg)|FAB-250M-62]]{{-}}[[OFAB-250sv (250 kg)|OFAB-250sv]]{{-}}[[OFAB-250-270 (250 kg)|OFAB-250-270]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[FAB-500sv (500 kg)|FAB-500sv]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-43 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-44 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-44]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-46 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-46]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-54 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-54]]{{-}}[[FAB-500M-62 (500 kg)|FAB-500M-62]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,000 kg}}[[FAB-1000 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000]]{{-}}[[FAB-1000M-43 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000M-43]]{{-}}[[FAB-1000M-44 (1,000 kg)|FAB-1000M-44]]

{{Navigation-Line|1,500 kg}}[[FAB-1500M-46 (1,500 kg)|FAB-1500M-46]]

{{Navigation-Line|3,000 kg}}[[FAB-3000M-46 (3,000 kg)|FAB-3000M-46]]

{{Navigation-Line|5,000 kg}}[[FAB-5000 (5,000 kg)|FAB-5000]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Britain'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.IV (250 lb)|G.P. Mk.IV]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (250 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.IV (500 lb)|G.P. Mk.IV]]{{-}}[[H.E. M.C. Mk.II (500 lb)|H.E. M.C. Mk.II]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (500 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|540 lb|245 kg}}}}[[Mk.M2 (540 lb)|Mk.M2]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[G.P. Mk.I (1,000 lb)|G.P. Mk.I]]{{-}}[[M.C. Mk.I (1,000 lb)|M.C. Mk.I]]{{-}}[[L.D H.E. M.C. Mk.1 (1,000 lb)|L.D H.E. M.C. Mk.1]]{{-}}[[H.E. M.C. Mk.13 (1,000 lb)|H.E. M.C. Mk.13]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|4,000 lb|1,814 kg}}}}[[H.C. Mk.II (4,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.II]]{{-}}[[H.C. Mk.IV (4,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.IV]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|8,000 lb|3,627 kg}}}}[[H.C. Mk.II (8,000 lb)|H.C. Mk.II]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|12,000 lb|5,443 kg}}}}[[H.C Mk.I (12,000 lb)|H.C Mk.I]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|[[Japan Bombs General Information|'''Japan''']]}}

{{Navigation-Line|'''''Army'''''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[Army Type 94 GPHE (50 kg)|Type 94 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[Army Type 94 GPHE (100 kg)|Type 94 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Army Type 92 GPHE (250 kg)|Type 92 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[Army Type 92 GPHE (500 kg)|Type 92 GPHE]]

{{Navigation-Line|'''''Navy'''''}}

{{Navigation-Line|60 kg}}[[Navy Type 97 Number 6 (60 kg)|Type 97 Number 6]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Navy Type 98 Number 25 (250 kg)|Type 98 Number 25]]{{-}}[[Navy Type Number 25 Model 2 (250 kg)|Type Number 25 Model 2]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[Navy Type Number 50 Model 2 (500 kg)|Type Number 50 Model 2]]

{{Navigation-Line|800 kg}}[[Number 80 Mod. 1 (800 kg)|Number 80 Mod. 1]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''China'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[100-2 (100 kg)|100-2]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Type 250-2 (250 kg)|Type 250-2]]{{-}}[[250-3 (250 kg)|250-3]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[500-3 (500 kg)|500-3]]

{{Navigation-Line|1500 kg}}[[1500-2 (1,500 kg)|1500-2]]

{{Navigation-Line|3000 kg}}[[3000-2 (3,000 kg)|3000-2]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Italy'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[GP 50 (50 kg)|GP 50]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[GP 100T (100 kg)|GP 100T]]{{-}}[[SAP 100M (100 kg)|SAP 100M]]

{{Navigation-Line|230 kg}}[[BAFG-230 (230 kg)|BAFG-230]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[GP 250 (250 kg)|GP 250]]

{{Navigation-Line|460 kg}}[[BAFG-460 (460 kg)|BAFG-460]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[GP 500 (500 kg)|GP 500]]

{{Navigation-Line|800 kg}}[[GP 800 (800 kg)|GP 800]]

{{Navigation-Line|920 kg}}[[BAFG-920 (920 kg)|BAFG-920]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''France'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[D.T. No.2 (50 kg)|D.T. No.2]]{{-}}[[G.A. MMN. 50 (50 kg)|G.A. MMN. 50]]{{-}}[[Type 61C (50 kg)|Type 61C]]

{{Navigation-Line|75 kg}}[[G2 Navale (75 kg)|G2 Navale]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[No.1 (100 kg)|No.1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|250 lb|113 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 81 (250 lb)|SAMP Mk 81]]

{{Navigation-Line|150 kg}}[[I2 Navale (150 kg)|I2 Navale]]

{{Navigation-Line|200 kg}}[[No.1 (200 kg)|No.1]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|500 lb|227 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 82 (500 lb)|SAMP Mk 82]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[Matra 25E (250 kg)|Matra 25E]]{{-}}[[SAMP Type 25 (250 kg)|SAMP Type 25]]

{{Navigation-Line|400 kg}}[[SAMP Type 21 (400 kg)|SAMP Type 21]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|1,000 lb|454 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|SAMP Mk 83]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[No.2 (500 kg)|No.2]]

{{Navigation-Line|{{Annotation|2,000 lb|907 kg}}}}[[SAMP Mk 84 (2,000 lb)|SAMP Mk 84]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Sweden'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|50 kg}}[[mb m/37AT (50 kg)|mb m/37AT]]{{-}}[[sb m/42 (50 kg)|sb m/42]]{{-}}[[sb m/47 (50 kg)|sb m/47]]{{-}}[[Model 1938 (50 kg)|Model 1938]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[Model 1938 (100 kg)|Model 1938]]

{{Navigation-Line|120 kg}}[[sb m/61 (120 kg)|sb m/61]]{{-}}[[m/71 (120 kg)|m/71]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[mb m/40 (250 kg)|mb m/40]]{{-}}[[mb m/50 (250 kg)|mb m/50]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[mb m/41 (500 kg)|mb m/41]]{{-}}[[mb m/56 (500 kg)|mb m/56]]

{{Navigation-Line|600 kg}}[[mb m/50 (600 kg)|mb m/50]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Israel'''}}

{{Navigation-Line|100 kg}}[[100/50 kg G.P. (100 kg)|100/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|250 kg}}[[250/50 kg G.P. (250 kg)|250/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|360 kg}}[[360/50 kg G.P. (360 kg)|360/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-Line|500 kg}}[[500/50 kg G.P. (500 kg)|500/50 kg G.P.]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|See also}}[[Template:AP bombs|List of armour-piercing bombs]]{{-}}[[Template:Guided bombs|List of guided bombs]]{{-}}[[Template:Retarded bombs|List of retarded bombs]]

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Template:Incendiary bombs

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{{Navigation-Start|Incendiary bombs}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|USA}}[[BLU-1 incendiary|BLU-1]]{{-}}[[BLU-27/B incendiary|BLU-27/B]]{{-}}[[Mk 77 mod 2 incendiary|Mk 77 mod 2]]{{-}}[[Mk 77 mod 4 incendiary|Mk 77 mod 4]]{{-}}[[Mk 78 incendiary|Mk 78]]{{-}}[[Mk 79 Mod 1 incendiary|Mk 79 Mod 1]]

{{Navigation-Line|Germany}}[[FeBb Napalmbombe incendiary|FeBb Napalmbombe]]{{-}}[[Flam C 250 incendiary|Flam C 250]]{{-}}[[Flam C 500 incendiary|Flam C 500]]

{{Navigation-Line|USSR}}[[ZAB-50FP incendiary|ZAB-50FP]]{{-}}[[ZB-360 incendiary|ZB-360]]{{-}}[[ZB-500 incendiary|ZB-500]]

{{Navigation-Line|Britain}}[[Mk 77 Mod 0 incendiary|Mk 77 Mod 0]]

{{Navigation-Line|China}}[[250-1 incendiary|250-1]]{{-}}[[M116A2 incendiary|M116A2]]

{{Navigation-Line|Italy}}[[Aerea 559G1 incendiary|Aerea 559G1]]{{-}}[[BINC-300 incendiary|BINC-300]]

{{Navigation-Line|France}}[[M116A2 incendiary|M116A2]]{{-}}[[Mk 78 incendiary|Mk 78]]{{-}}[[SECAN 63 incendiary|SECAN 63]]

{{Navigation-Line|Sweden}}[[Brandbomb m/58 incendiary|Brandbomb m/58]]

{{Navigation-Line|Israel}}[[Mk.2 incendiary|Mk.2]]

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Type 63 (Disambiguation)

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<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
Gregorian year 1963, '''Type 63''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank III===
* [[ZSD63/PG87]]
===Rank IV===
* [[Type 63]]
===Rank V===
* [[ZTS63]]

==Tank Cannons==
* [[Type 63 (85 mm)|Type 63]] - (Type 63 Tank Gun)

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 62 (Disambiguation)

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<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
Gregorian year 1962, '''Type 62''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank IV===
* [[Type 62 (USSR)]]
* [[Type 62]]

==Tank Cannons==
* [[Type 63 (85 mm)]] - previously known as Type-62-85-TC

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

ZTS63

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{{About
| about = Chinese light tank '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| other
| usage-1 = the earlier variant
| link-1 = Type 63
| usage-2 = other uses
| link-2 = Type 63 (Disambiguation)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=cn_zts_63_1980
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''ZTS63''' (Chinese: ZTS63式水陆两栖坦克, industry code WZ211; known as Type 63 before 1987 nomenclature revision), originally certified in 1963 as the amphibious tank for PLANMC or PLAGF units with the need to cross the water bodies abundant in Asia, received some of the technologies used on ZTZ59A and ZTQ62 that had already been installed successfully since 1980; in the ZTS63's case, it received a laser rangefinder and better fire control system for long-range fire support. These tanks served during the Sino-Vietnamese War in the early 1980s as a supporter to troops against Vietnamese troops and militia with very few tanks in service; although having insufficient protection against cannons and RPGs, these vehicles were kept in service until the later ZTS63A and eventually ZLT05 or newer IFVs replaced its role as an amphibious tank, marking the end of the prefix ZTS in PLA service.

Introduced in [[Update "Sky Guardians"]], players of the [[Type 62]] or [[Type 63]] will soon find themselves at home thanks to its identical handling and overall design. Some welcome upgrades including better FCS and the installation of a Type 54 DShK machine gun also make it a more versatile alternative to its predecessors. With both APFSDS and a laser rangefinder with automatic ballistic solutions, not only does this greatly extend the combat distance of the tank, it also greatly increases its odds to survive as this feature is extremely rare at its tier. However, players will still have to beware of its below-average protection against even HMGs and rather slow turret traverse speed, these could be fatal if players run into heated fights without the situational awareness needed.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}

One thing to note is that the name of ZTS63 is interchangeable with Type 63, other than the name change after 1980, HMG on turret and a LRF on the mantlet by the centerline, the overall design of these two tanks are totally identical. For the needs of amphibious operations, the protection is reduced to the bare minimum to stop rifle calibre bullets and shrapnel; other than the mantlet at 50 mm, the whole vehicle has only up to 20 mm of armour: autocannons and HMGs will tear down the vehicle with ease. So it's better to keep the vehicle from the heated battlefield and act as a supporter of the team to deliver possible final blow to enemy vehicles or disabling enemies as much as possible.

'''Armour type:''' 


{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 10 mm (82°) UFP
15 mm (54°) LFP
| 10 mm ''Top'' 8 mm ''Bottom'' || 8 mm || 8 mm
|-
| Turret || 20 mm ''Turret front'' (Volumetric) 50 mm ''Gun mantlet'' || colspan="2" |20 mm (Volumetric)
| 8 mm
|-
| Cupola || colspan="4" | 8 mm
|-
|}

'''Notes:''' 


=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}

The ZTS63 didn't receive any upgrades in terms of powerplant and transmission, so it shares the same 12150L-2 diesel engine found previously on Type 63; the very slight or even no weight change on the tank also means it can retain a sufficiently high power-to-weight ratio at around 21 hp/t. If players ever have the need to flank enemies by taking detours on water, it could also travel on water at 11 km/h, one of the fastest speed among other amphibious vehicle in game.

{{tankMobility|abMinHp=620|rbMinHp=354}}

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

Still sharing the same gun as the Type 62 and 63, the Type 63 85 mm rifled cannon still handles totally identically to the Type 63 with some changes on the ammunition available. Players will find the same exact advantages and flaws from previous vehicles - while the calibre is larger than most light tanks of its tier with a variety of ammunition and now APFSDS among them, players need extra situational awareness to use the gun as it has much slower reaction time than most light tanks at its tier as well; plan ahead and turn the turret before any close-quarter assaults.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | - || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.62 || rowspan="2" | 8.51 || rowspan="2" | 7.84 || rowspan="2" | 7.40
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE, Type 56 APCBC, DJW85}}

The ZTS63's rounds are somewhat different from the original Type 63. The Type 56 APBC (aka BR-365 APHEBC) shell, well known for its generous explosive content and slope modifiers, is not available anymore. The returning Type 56 HEAT-FS is now the stock shell, which gives the ZTS63 the ability to engage heavy tanks like the [[IS-3]] from the start. Compared to the [[ZBD86]]'s PG-9 rocket propelled grenade, the HEAT-FS has the same penetration and a better muzzle velocity, which is helpful at medium and long ranges.

The stock "Type 56 HE" shell is a renamed O-365K and should be completely ignored, because the HEAT-FS has a greater explosive mass.

The only APHE shell available is the unlockable "Type 56 APCBC", a renamed BR-367 APCBC. Although it is not as efficient for knocking out light targets or scoring sideshots as BR-365, it still gets the job done with some careful aim and the enhanced flat penetration is nice to have. Enemy IFVs can be dispatched easily with a single AP shell, even from across the map, due to their thin armour and typically large profiles.

The top round is the DJW85 APFSDS, something completely new to the 85 mm caliber. Although Chinese tankers may be apprehensive about early domestic APFSDS rounds, DJW85 actually has better performance than the [[Type 69]]'s Type 71 APFSDS despite being a significantly smaller round. Although it has a a lower muzzle velocity, it does not lose as much penetration over distances. The 2.1 kg projectile mass is not able to create much spalling, but it is a useful tool for disabling shots and targeting ammo racks in long range combat.

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 42 ''(+5)'' || 33 ''(+14)'' || 24 ''(+23)'' || 18 ''(+29)'' || 10 ''(+37)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* Shells are modeled individually and disappear after having been shot or loaded.
* It is recommended to take 42 ''(+5)'' shells to clear the turret of ammunition.
* Taking 18 ''(+29)'' shells clears the right hull of ammunition.
* Taking 10 ''(+37)'' shells clears both hull sides of ammunition.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 54 (12.7 mm)|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

The previous Type 63 has no HMG installed on top; in ZTS63's case, it has a pintle Type 54 DShK installed on the commander side of turret, giving it the chance to unleash 12.7 mm bullets against light targets or aircraft/helicopters that came too close.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm Type 54]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Pintle || 500 (50) || 600 || -4°/+82° || ±180°
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==

At first glance, ZTS63 looks exactly like its pre-1980 cousin Type 63; this is indeed true as they are the same vehicle plus new FCS and a HMG mounted on the former, players from Type 63 will get their hands on the tank rather quickly thanks to their totally identical handling in terms of mobility and tactical flexibility to flank enemies. Do remember that ZTS63 is still a light tank with minimal protection due to its amphibious capability (for buoyancy reasons at complicated waters), while the turret might look very similar to T-54/ Type 59's, but the thickness is at most rated for HMG fire at longer distance; anything with a caliber of over 20 mm with have no problem tearing through the turret with ease, let alone the hull with even less protection. The design of ZTS63 is relatively large to LTs at its tier, therefore it is extremely essential to conceal the vehicle from enemy sights, going frontline means a quick death sentence to the tank as well; thus, the lightweight of the vehicle could be put into use by flanking enemies by taking detours to enemies' flanks, alternatively utilize the river network on some maps to launch sudden attacks from the rear (its 11 km/h on-water speed thanks to the water jet propulsion system certainly helps a lot). Another uncommon feature of ZTS63 from most LTs of its tier is its LRF and automatic ballistic solution, the tank might have insufficient magnification for long-range engagements, but the two aforementioned equipment will certainly helps taking out enemies showing their sides from afar; its stock HEATFS shell also helps as most LTs would have to either have to rely on APCR with subpar damage or lacking a rangefinder for long-range engagements. If HEATFS is not your cup of tea, its researchable, conventional APHE and the only 85 mm APFSDS in game will certainly give players more option to take down various enemies. The APHE shell is good for hitting enemies from the sides and blowing them out with its explosive fillers, while APFSDS ensures a flat trajectory and penetration to take out heavy targets up-front or at long range. Although messing with aircraft or rotorcraft on a ZTS63 is a rather unrecommended move, if there's one flying straight at the player, they might have to reconsider as the Type 54 DShK will give ZTS63 a chance to earn a surprise kill on aircraft; 12.7x108 mm bullets can certainly do extensive damage to enemies.

Overall, ZTS63 is a welcomed addition to PLAGF line-up thanks to its better FCS and various ammunition options; but do remember to plan your assaults ahead or turn the turret beforehand for incoming, unaware enemies, sudden strikes from unexpected places is the key to support the team to advance for victory.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Amphibious, allowing the use of surprise tactics involving rivers
* Fast and nimble enough to get into vantage points
* Laser rangefinder and automatic ballistic solution for long-range engagement
* Access to HMG for self-defense against planes
* APFSDS with ~220 mm penetration is effective against weakly armoured tanks like [[Leopard 1 (Family)|Leopard 1]], [[AMX-30]]
* Varieties of ammunition for different scenario

'''Cons:'''

* Low survivability: unprotected with its paper-thin armour, and large size
* Cannon struggles against late war heavy tanks like [[Maus]], [[IS-4M|IS-4]]
* Slow turret traverse speed
* Relatively slow reload speed
* Still lacks NVD for night battles
* No smoke grenades

== History ==

As the previous Type 63 (ZTS63 after 1987) was commissioned by 1965, there were some flaws suggested by the PLA units that received the tank, thus the need for an upgrade on ZTS63 arose. There were a few major modifications for the tank including single transmission control stick, HMG gun mantlet, safety locks for hatches, revised seats, new suspension springs and etc. Among these modifications, some parts from late-production ZTQ62 including its fire control system and laser rangefinder were also introduced to the ZTS63 revision by the late 1970s. These tanks rolled off the production line by the same time and likely have join the Sino-Vietnamese War where its FCS and amphibious capabilities would shine due to the riverine terrain of Vietnam, where they were sometimes used as makeshift SPGs to strike fortifications or suppressing waves of infantry.

Some of these tanks were then modified to ZTS63A in the late 1990s with upgraded firepower in view for the possible landing operations. Although the landing didn't happen, the ZTS63A also set the footsteps for the later ZLT05 assault gun which is also currently the fastest amphibious armoured vehicle in commission.

== Media ==


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== See also ==


* [[Type 63]]: the base model

== External links ==


* [[wt:en/news/8092-development-zts63-1980-nimble-sniper-en|[Devblog] ZTS63 (1980): Nimble Sniper]]

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Type 63

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== Description ==

The '''Type 63 amphibious tank (63式水陆坦克)''', the first variant of the Type 63 amphibious tank family, was China's first generation of amphibious tanks, based on the Soviet [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]] and developed and built by China North Industries Corporation. In 1950, China purchased some PT-76 amphibious tanks from the Soviet Union. Using the PT-76 as a guide, China began the development of its own amphibious tank. In 1959, factories code-named 201 and 617 developed initial prototypes that replicated the PT-76, and a small number of prototypes were delivered to the Chinese People's Liberation Army for trial in 1960. Improvements were made in response to problems discovered during trial production and testing, and the design was finalized in March 1963. It was given the designation Type 63 amphibious tank and went into full production. The Type 63 amphibious tank first saw service in 1964 and was sent to North Vietnam for deployment throughout the Vietnam War. It also saw limited action in the 1979 Sino-Vietnamese War.

Introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]], the Type 63 is the first domestic Chinese amphibious tank based on the Soviet-produced PT-76 amphibious light tank. The Type 63, which uses the same turret as the [[Type 62]], possesses significantly greater firepower than its Soviet counterpart. Despite its lack of armour, the Type 63 amphibious tank is equipped with HEAT-FS, which can penetrate 300 mm of armour. However, it lacks the two-plane stabilizer featured in later PT-76 variants, making accurate fire while moving difficult.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


'''Armour type:'''
* Rolled homogeneous armour
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret front/sides, Gun mantlet)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 11 mm (82°) ''Upper glacis'' 14 mm (42°) ''Lower glacis'' || 13 mm ''Top'' 10 mm ''Bottom'' || 10 mm (1°) ''Top'' 10 mm (62°) ''Bottom'' || 10 mm
|-
| Turret || 11 mm (15-58°) ''Turret front'' 15 mm (10-69°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 11 mm (17-58°) || 11 mm (10-48°) || 10 mm
|-
| Cupola || 10 mm || 10 mm || 10 mm || 10 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels are 10 mm thick.
* Tracks are 15 mm thick.

The Type 63's armour is no better than the PT-76 and should not be relied upon against any incoming fire. Even heavy machine guns and autocannons pose a serious threat to this vehicle; the turret has only 11 mm of cast steel for example and can be easily penetrated by the M2 Browning commonly mounted on US tanks. SPAAs and aircraft will rip the tank to shreds. In general, avoid being spotted and stay close to cover. Placing bushes on the front and top of the tank to delay recognition by enemies, even for a second or two, can help considerably.

The Type 63 is vulnerable to overpressure damage. Chemical shells (HEAT, HEAT-FS, HE) of at least decent size will trigger it consistently. Kinetic shells tend to be less threatening; generally speaking, APHE rounds will only fuse if fired through the lower glacis, which has exactly enough armour to trigger the common 14 mm fuse sensitivity. The thinly armoured turret will not fuse most APHE rounds and it is possible for a [[Tiger II (P)]]'s fearsome PzGr 39/42 to pass through a turret cheek and only take one to two crew members with it.

The crew of 4 is better than the 3 in the PT-76, but the additional crew member resides in the crowded turret and the benefits to survivability are marginal.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}

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The {{PAGENAME}} sees a decent improvement in mobility compared to the previously preceding [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]], however, it's essentially identical to the [[Object 211]]. This makes this tank very attractive for flanking or early-game rushing. The {{PAGENAME}} is also good for hill-climbing and can reach some nifty positions on some maps. The mobility lags slightly behind some contemporary tanks like the [[M41A1|M41 Walker Bulldog]] and wheeled Italian vehicles are much faster on roads. It will still handily outrun medium and heavy tanks. The reverse speed of about 8 km/h is a slight improvement over the [[T-34-85 (S-53) (China)|T-34-85 (S-53)]] but by no means lightning-quick. If using shoot-and-scoot tactics, start backing into cover as soon as possible after firing a shot.

As an amphibious vehicle, the Type 63 will not drown in water and can swim across rivers or lakes at 11.7 km/h. However, the lack of a gun stabilizer makes firing while on water very difficult. Avoid driving on water for more than short crossings if enemies are likely to see you, as it will be nearly impossible to defend yourself.

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}
The Type 63's stock grind is less painful than the PT-76 since it has a decent gun with usable ammunition from the start. But the tank does not have much going for it over a T-34-85 until the Type 56 HEAT-FS, a Tier IV modification, is researched. Try focusing on the firepower modifications after Parts are unlocked, as the vehicle's stock mobility is not bad. Adjustment of Fire is very important since the Type 63's long reload does not give it much leeway if one's shot misses. Once the HEAT-FS is unlocked, the grind becomes significantly easier since the tank is now capable of harming enemies frontally from any distance, making assists much easier to come by and reducing its reliance on flanking.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

The Type 63 cannon is also used by the Type 62 and early Obj. 211. This means that it has the same sluggish reload as the PT-76 despite having a dedicated loader. The gun handling is poor all-round, with the gun rotation, elevation, and depression speeds all being lower than the PT-76. This can be a pain when using the Type 63 aggressively; unfortunately, the gun handling cannot keep up with the good mobility.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -4°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.10 || rowspan="2" | 8.05 || rowspan="2" | 7.42 || rowspan="2" | 7.00
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
Two APHE shells are available. The stock Type 56 APBC round has rather low penetration for its rank, but this is compensated by its excellent slope modifiers and high explosive mass. It penetrates other light tanks easily and is the best round to use when flanking. The Type 56 APCBC round has about 30 mm of extra penetration with less than half the TNT equivalent; while this is not a bad tradeoff, in practice it does not frontally penetrate many vehicles that the Type 56 APBC round cannot, and when flanking the lower post-penetration damage is a big drawback. Using one or the other is mostly up to personal taste, though it does not hurt to bring some of both.

The Type 56 HVAP shell has high velocity and better flat penetration than the APHE rounds, but as with other shells of its class, the angled performance and post-penetration damage are awful. It is best used as an interim shell before the HEAT-FS is unlocked; in emergencies it can penetrate the turret face of the [[Tiger II (H)]] at close range.

The Type 56 HEAT-FS shell is the most powerful option available to the Type 63 and is very strong for its rank. 300 mm of flat penetration at any distance with good velocity and angled performance is no joke, capable of nullifying the armour of many heavy tanks. The main rival at the battle rating of 6.3 is the [[ST-A1]]'s 90 mm HEAT-FS with 305 mm of flat penetration. It boasts more TNT equivalent than the HE shell, making it dangerous to lightly armoured targets like the common [[M18 GMC|M18 Hellcat]] that are vulnerable to overpressure. The main drawbacks are the mediocre post-penetration damage and the tendency to bounce against heavily sloped armour, so aim carefully for important crew members, modules, and ammo racks.

The Type 56 HE shell is very weak and should be avoided because the HEAT-FS is better in all aspects.

{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HVAP, Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! 7th rack empty
! 8th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 42 ''(+5)'' || 36 ''(+11)'' || 30 ''(+17)'' || 24 ''(+23)'' || 15 ''(+32)'' || 11 ''(+36)'' || 7 ''(+40)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || Yes
|-
|}
'''Note''':

* Ammo rack #1 is in the back of the turret basket and will rotate with the turret.

The poor protection of the Type 63 means that taking less ammunition will not improve post-penetration survivability by much. Taking 30 rounds or less will empty the ammo racks in the back of the fighting compartment and turret basket, so solid projectiles entering the front right of the vehicle might pass through and hit only the loader. This is mildly helpful against British tanks and M41s. If 30 rounds is not enough, a rare occurrence, it's fine to take more.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}

{{main|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

The Type 63 has a coaxial 7.62 Type 59 machine gun. It is useful for spotting targets on the map but little else. The Type 59 machine gun is the Chinese variant of the Soviet SGMT, which enjoy a much larger magazine and better rate of fire than the typical WWII-era DT machine gun, which helps to clear fences and bushes that might prematurely detonate the HEAT-FS round. The lack of a pintle-mounted heavy machine gun makes it difficult to ward off aircraft or gun down light vehicles like armoured cars.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


The Type 63 is best used in a way that avoids direct exposure to enemy fire and gives you time to set up shots and ambushes. Running straight into battle or rushing cap points may not end well. Flanking is a recommended method as this gives you the time you desperately need due to slow turret rotation and reloading. It also gives you chances to shoot at enemy side armour, which is the only way to penetrate heavier enemies if you use conventional shells. When flanking, avoid driving in the open if possible and keep an eye out for other light vehicles. Some of them, like armoured cars and Hellcats, can be overpressured by the HEAT-FS round on occasion, while others like the [[M41A1|M41 Walker Bulldog]] used by several nations cannot and are best dispatched with the APHE rounds. Once a good position is reached, stay close to cover and be sure to hide when reloading.

The long reload makes selecting the right ammunition type for the situation very important. Otherwise, switching to the correct round could take up to 11 seconds, enough for an enemy to retreat or return fire. It is better to keep HEAT-FS loaded when entering an engagement if enemy types are unknown; any target that the HEAT-FS cannot overpressure can still be disabled with a careful shot to the gunner/driver/gun breech, and APHE can be used to finish crippled targets off. On the other hand, the first speedy enemies to appear at the start of a match are probably soft enough to destroy with APHE. Try to reload while in cover.

Like many domestic PRC tanks, the Type 63's gun handling is quite awful, so predict where enemies are likely to appear and always be on the lookout for potential ambushes or flankers. If your aim must be shifted rapidly, turn the hull as well as the turret. Though it lacks neutral steering, the hull traverse is quite good. Avoid trying to take down or harass aircraft unless they are bold enough to fly directly at you and escaping to cover is impossible.

Ground targets to watch out for include the infamous [[R3 T20 FA-HS]], whose extreme mobility and rapid-fire autocannon are the bane of the Type 63's bad gun handling and armour, and the [[Ru 251]], which also has incredible speed and can overpressure the Type 63 with its chemical rounds.

Besides flanking, another tactic is to use the HEAT-FS shells for long-range sniping. The HEAT-FS does not lose accuracy nor penetration at range, giving you the full 300 mm penetration on each hit. Shooting and relocating are advisable because if an enemy manages to be within range of you, they will only need one shot to take you out. Stay hidden or retreat if an enemy is looking in your direction and ready to fire, as the Type 63 does not have the gun handling or armour necessary to peek effectively. Keep an eye on the sky and switch positions after a few kills, as it is very likely that planes and artillery will be on their way to seek revenge. Virtually any aircraft can dispatch the Type 63, even those lacking bombs or rockets.

Remember to constantly mark enemies with scouting. Besides helping your team and gaining assists for yourself, it allows teammates to mop up targets that you have crippled but are unwilling or unable to finish off. The reduction in aircraft spawn cost is also valuable due to the Type 63's fragility. If a good early-game run with the tank is terminated, it should be easy to pull out a suitable CAS aircraft like the [[Tu-2S-44 (China)|Tu-2]] or counter-CAS aircraft like the [[La-9 (China)|La-9]] to exact revenge while leaving points in reserve for later spawns.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''
* Same 85 mm gun as the [[Type 62]], more powerful and much less frustrating to use than the now hidden [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]]
* HEAT-FS penetrates up to 300 mm of armour, excellent for the battle rating and is a huge improvement over the Obj. 211
* Good gun optics with 3.5-7x zoom
* 4 crew members
* Improved mobility from the formerly preceding PT-76
* Can scout and assist with repairs
* Amphibious

'''Cons:'''
* No stabilizer, firing on the move or water is difficult
* Very thin armour, vulnerable to overpressure damage
* Poor gun handling
* Slow turret traverse
* Slow reload, especially for a light tank
* No night vision devices
* No sources of smoke
* Larger profile than the PT-76 family

== History ==


The Soviet Union delivered [[PT-76 (China) |PT-76]] tanks to the People's Republic of China in the 1950s. Their lightweight and amphibious capability was appreciated by the PLA, and in 1958 an order was placed for the development of an indigenous vehicle in the same vein. Initially, a copy of the PT-76 called the Type 60 was made, but unsatisfactory performance and reliability issues prompted a redesign. The new design was finalized in 1963 and entered service as the Type 63 light tank, not to be confused with the Type 63 armoured personnel carrier that served as a basis for the [[ZSD63]]. While resembling the PT-76, the Type 63 tanks featured notable differences, such as a new engine, a relocated driver's station, and a new turret with an 85 mm gun. Overall dimensions were slightly enlarged for extra flotation. The Type 63 was intended for use in the wet and muddy terrain of southern China and also for seaborne assaults - many were stationed on the southern coast, across the strait from Taiwan.

'''Type 63''' has a V12 12150-L2 engine developing about 400 hp. Additional upgrades were developed over the years. The later Type 63 variant from the 1970s added a laser rangefinder and night vision equipment. The 63HG variant from the 1990s had a boat-like hull with a rounded nose and a modified turret with a 105 mm gun. In the late 1990s, the ultimate Type 63A variant entered service. It featured a new welded turret with improved protection, a 105 mm gun, modern fire control systems, and a further redesigned hull.

The Type 63 was exported to several countries, including Myanmar, Albania, and Vietnam. It remains in use with several of them today. The Type 63A, which is a modification of the Type 63 with a 105 mm gun and improved armour, still serves with the PLA today, however, it is being gradually replaced by the larger and more advanced ZTD-05 amphibious assault vehicle.

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File:Type_63_Taken-at-WMoK-2024-02-02.jpg|Type 63 on display at the War Memorial of Korea
File:Type 63 Side View Taken at WMoK 2024-01-31.jpg|Type 63 side view at the War Memorial of Korea
</gallery>

== See also ==


* [[PT-76B]]
* [[PT-76 (China)]]

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''

* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

{{TankManufacturer Norinco}}
{{China light tanks}}

PLZ83 (Family)

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==Description==
The '''PLZ83''' (or '''Type 83''') is a Chinese self-propelled howitzer.

==Vehicles==
===Rank IV===
* [[PLZ83]] - base model

===Rank V===
* [[PLZ83-130]] - export model armed with the [[PL59A Gai (130 mm)|130 mm PL59A]]

== See also ==
* [[PTZ89]] - tank destroyer derived from the PLZ83 chassis
* [[2S3M]]

[[Category:Family pages]]

Type 59 (Disambiguation)

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<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
Gregorian year 1959, '''Type 59''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
{{main|ZTZ59 (Family)}}
===Rank V===
* [[Type 59]]
* [[ZTZ59A]] - (Type 59 MBT (A))

===Rank VI===
* [[ZTZ59D1]] - (Type 59 MBT (D1))

==Armaments==
* [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)]]
* [[Type 59 (100 mm)]]
* [[PL59A Gai (130 mm)]]
* [[WA318 (57 mm)]] (A derivative of the Type 59 57 mm Anti-Aircraft Gun)

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 59

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== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (Chinese: [ZTZ]59式中型坦克; industry code WZ120) is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Chinese medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]] alongside the initial Chinese tech-tree.

Production of the Type 59, a licence-built Soviet T-54A (Ob'yekt 137G), started in 1958 and was the first domestically produced medium tank in the People's Republic of China and the cornerstone of the PLAGF for more than 4 decades. Although there were plans to build a [[T-34-85 Gai|domestic T-34-85]], with all necessary parts ready for production, the Project 156 and the subsequent transfer of the T-54A's schematics put an end to these plans. The newly built Factory 617 (now NORINCO Inner Mongolia First Machinery Works) assembled 32 T-54As from CKD parts while they were producing the required parts for what would be known as the Type 59 after the year of its certification. Due to the Sino-Soviet split, the People's Republic of China had to wait another few years to truly start mass production of the tank with completely domestic parts; these tanks subsequently received different upgrades including a new FCS and main cannon in the 1980s, a further modernization in the 1990s improved protection. The Type 59s were eventually replaced by new domestic tanks during the first 20 years of the 21st Century, and now serve as reserve tanks or shooting-range targets for new PLAGF weapons.

It is a famous part of the PLA's Cold War tank inventory, saw service with many countries, and set the stage for many later developments. While basically a licence‑produced version of the Soviet T-54A, in part because of the simplified construction, the Type 59 looks very much like the [[T-54 (1951)]]. The most noticeable differences are the fume extractor at the tip of the gun barrel and the different road wheels, similar to the T-55A. Internally, the Type 59 differs from the T-54 by having a single-plane stabilizer and a different ammunition selection.

It helps to get accustomed to this grandfather of Chinese tanks, as the later [[Type 69]], [[ZTZ59D1]], and [[T-69 II G]] are its descendants and handle similarly.

Succeeding the Type 59 is the [[Type 69]], which improves on the Type 59 in many areas except its new, yet disappointing smoothbore cannon.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


The armour layout of the Type 59 is identical to the T-54 (1951), having a rounded, egg-shaped turret with a highly sloped upper glacis. The armour is not bad per se, but most of its opponents use powerful APDS, APFSDS, or HEATFS rounds that can go right through it. While it is mostly immune to APHE rounds from the front, few vehicles use them at its rank. The full-calibre AP shots fired by the [[M103]]'s 120 mm gun can penetrate the Type 59's hull armour quite easily. However, the Type 59 is very resistant to autocannon fire. Most infantry fighting vehicles will not be able to penetrate its frontal armour, and the hull's 80 mm strong sides can block many APDS rounds if fired from a certain distance and angle.

Post-penetration survivability is doubtful. The ammunition is scattered throughout the tank and none of the ammunition racks are well protected. The interior of the tank is cramped and penetrating hits are likely to take out multiple crew members. When the gun is pointed forward, the driver, gunner, and commander are all lined up for an easy one-shot kill.

'''Armour type:'''

* Rolled homogeneous armour (Hull, Turret roof)
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret, Gun mantlet)

{| class="wikitable"
! Armour !! Front !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 100 mm (60°) ''Front glacis'' 100 mm (54°) ''Lower glacis'' || 80 mm || 45 mm (16°) ''Upper'' 30 mm (72°) ''Lower'' || 30 mm ''Front'' 20 mm ''Back''
|-
| Turret || 160 mm (14-39°) ''Turret front'' 200 mm (4-78°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 115 mm (45-50°) ''Upper'' 155 mm (10-30°) ''Lower'' || 65 mm (9-35°) || 30 mm
|}

'''Notes:'''

* Suspensions wheels and tracks are 20 mm thick

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp= 806|rbMinHp= 460}}

The mobility of the Type 59 is the same as the T-54, above average but not excellent. While top speed will only be reached on paved surfaces, the wide tracks make for fairly good off-road capability. The tank cannot neutral steer and the reverse speed of -7 km/h leaves much to be desired. Speedy MBTs like the [[Leopard I]] will easily outrun the Type 59, though it can keep up with the [[M60]] and is still faster than the [[Centurion Mk 10]].

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 59 (100 mm)}}

The Type 59 cannon is identical to the original Soviet D-10T used on the [[T-54 (1951)]] aside from its stabilizer and different choice of ammunition. The turret rotation speed is very slow, making it hard to respond to ambushes and fighting in close quarters. The vertical stabilizer allows the Type 59 to shoot accurately when driving under 40 km/h. The reload is quite slow, the average medium tank at the Type 59's battle rating will reload around 2 seconds quicker.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (100 mm)|100 mm Type 59]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 34 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+18° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | {{Annotation|Vertical|up to 40 km/h}} || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.75 || rowspan="2" | 8.62 || rowspan="2" | 7.95 || rowspan="2" | 7.50
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 59 (100 mm)/Ammunition|BR-412, BR-412B, BR-412D, BR-412P, Type 1959 APDS, Type 1973 HEAT-FS, OF-412}}

The Type 59 has many ammunition types to choose from. The stock round is the BR-412 APHE. An uncapped shell, its performance is rather substandard for its rank, and it might have difficulties against angled armour or at long distances. The BR-412B APHEBC round is slightly better at a distance, and the BR-412D APCBC round is the best of the AP shells overall. These shells are best used against lightly armoured tanks like the [[Leopard I]], which can be knocked out in a single shot. Light tanks and SPAAs are also good targets, but some may have extremely thin armour that will not trigger the fuse.

The BR-412P APCR shell is currently modelled as having less penetration than the BR-412D round, so it is completely useless and should not be taken.

The Type 1959 is a hard-alloy APDS with a compact nose pad, giving it superior flat penetration and inferior angled penetration in comparison to the 3BM8, which has a heavy tungsten alloy penetrator and a wide nose pad. 361 mm of flat penetration at point-blank is quite impressive, but with only slightly over 100 mm of 60° penetration, it will have difficulties penetrating the hull armour of heavy tanks, or even other members of the T-54 family if they are slightly angled. The APDS is a sound projectile with a high muzzle velocity and is well suited for medium to long-range engagements. Most tanks can be disabled by firing at their turrets or gun mantlets, and they can be destroyed with other projectiles if necessary.

The Type 1973 HEAT-FS has the same penetration as the T-55A's 3BK-5M HEATFS round. The muzzle velocity and weight are between the 3BK-5M and 3BK-5, but it has about 260 fewer grams of TNT equivalent due to the different filler. In practice, there is not a significant difference, and the HEAT-FS boasts the highest penetration out of all the Type 59's rounds, going clean through almost any tank not equipped with composite armour or ERA. It is also capable of triggering overpressure on light tanks and SPAAs occasionally. Unfortunately, the fuse is very sensitive and will trigger on bushes and fences.

The OF-412 HE shell only has 26 mm of penetration and is of limited use. It is not large enough to cause any notable damage to MBTs, and while it can cause overpressure damage, so can the HEATFS.

Note that the Type 59 does not have access to the 3D3 smoke shell from the T-54 (1951).

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_T-54_(1951).png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the T-54 (1951) (identical).]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''34''' || 33 ''(+1)'' || 28 ''(+6)'' || 24 ''(+10)'' || 23 ''(+11)'' || 21 ''(+13)'' || 1 ''(+33)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* Shells are modelled individually and disappear after having been shot or loaded.
* Rack 6 is a first stage ammo rack. It totals 20 shells and gets filled first when loading up the tank.
* This rack is also emptied early: the rack depletion order at full capacity is 6 - 1 - 2 - etc. until 5.
* Full reload speed will be realized as long as shells are available in the ready rack 6. If the ready rack is empty, a penalty to reload speed will occur.
* Simply not firing when the gun is loaded will move ammo from racks 1-5 into rack 6. Firing will interrupt the restocking of the ready rack.
* If you pack 28 ''(+6)'' shells, it will keep the turret empty of ammo.
* If you pack 21 ''(+13)'' shells, it will keep most of the hull empty of ammo.

The ammunition storage of the Type 59 is not exactly fail-safe, but this is true for many contemporary tanks. Spare ammunition is scattered around the turret and fighting compartment, and there is a large rack next to the driver. It is most sensible to not be carrying the maximum possible amount of ammunition in order to at least keep the turret empty. If 21 rounds or fewer are carried along, the fighting compartment will be emptied except for the first stage ammo rack, which helps to ensure that shots into the side are not immediately fatal.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 54 (12.7 mm)|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm Type 54]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Pintle || 500 (50) || 600 || -4°/+82° || ±180°
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 3,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


The Type 59 is best used similarly to the original T-54. The vehicle's mobility is decent, but the turret's rotation speed and the gun's inclination's velocity are really bothering. For those not used to this vehicle, it is better not to rush straight into the combat zone. Instead, stay behind other teammates, keep an eye on the surroundings, and anticipate where enemies may appear. The vertical stabilizer, an oddity for a high-tier vehicle, is effective up to around 40 km/h, which is a major step up from the familiar vertical stabilizers used by the M4 Sherman family and practically equivalent to two-plane stabilizer under most circumstances since the Type 59 will typically only exceed 40 km/h when driving downhill or on roads. Still, the mediocre gun handling makes high-speed shooting risky, since the turret will struggle with the rapid aim adjustments required. The stabilizer is a significant advantage when fighting unstabilized tanks, since the gun does not need to settle before an accurate shot. The gun should be kept pointed towards possible enemy positions and when rapid adjustments in aim are needed, both the hull and the turret should be turned.

Helicopters start to become common around the Type 59's battle rating and can be a major threat if equipped with rockets or ATGMs. The Type 59 has limited options for offence or defence against helicopters since it has poor gun handling and no smoke grenades. The APDS may possess the capability to eliminate helicopter pilots who exhibit inattention under the right circumstances. If they get closer, the heavy machine gun may be able to destroy or scare off unarmoured helicopters. If all else fails, shelter should be sought behind buildings or among trees.

The slow reload speed, poor gun control, and the presence of more manoeuvrable adversaries on the battlefield necessitate coordination with the team. It helps to bind the cupola mounted heavy machine gun to a separate key, the Type 54 HMG rotates fairly quickly and will rip through the sides of light targets like the [[AUBL/74 HVG]] with ease. If a healthy distance is maintained, the Type 59 has an easier time coping with its poor gun handling.

Attention should be paid to the battlefield to identify enemy tanks ahead of time, this facilitates the positioning of the main weapon and the selection of the appropriate ammunition. Thinly armoured enemies should typically be targeted with the APCBC round. It is worth remembering that although the [[OF-40]], [[STB-1]], and [[Leopard A1A1]] look very similar to the [[Leopard I]], they are significantly more resistant to conventional rounds from the front. If possible, the OF-40 should be shot in the lower, the STB-1 in the upper glacis (close to the turret ring or gun mantlet), and the A1A1 in the hull.

Tanks with good protection as often seen in the US, British, and Soviet models should be dealt with using APDS or HEATFS if side shots are not possible. HEATFS is typically the better option since it has higher penetration (enough to comfortably deal with [[Chieftain Mk 3|Chieftain]] turrets where the APDS would struggle), but APDS is easier to aim at long distances (especially important since the Type 59 has no dedicated rangefinder) and cannot be stopped by ERA. It is advisable to take some of both into battle, perhaps more APDS on large maps. If possible, the gun should be aimed at crew members and ammo racks when using these ammunition types.

This basic version of the Type 59 omitted the night vision systems from the T-54A, so it must rely on illumination flares for vision in night battles. The [[Type 69]] is much more self-sufficient in this regard, so consider using that tank first if it is present in the line-up.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Powerful 100 mm gun with similarly wide selection of ammunition as the Soviet [[T-54 (1951)]], including strong HEATFS and high-velocity APDS
* Good frontal armour, strong against AP and APHE rounds
* Has a top-mounted heavy machine gun for use against soft targets and aircraft
* Decent vertical stabiliser, it only stops working at speeds over 40 km/h, speeds that are rarely reached
* Decent mobility
* APHE is reliably and devastatingly effective against lightly armoured vehicles like the Leopard I from the front and other tanks from the side

'''Cons:'''

* Long reload
* Sluggish turret traverse
* Armour does not hold up very well at its rank; APDS, HEATFS and APFSDS cut through the Type 59s armour, even at a distance
* No possibility for battlefield obscuration
* No night vision
* No neutral steering
* No laser or optical rangefinder, making long-range sniping more difficult
* Poor gun depression of -4°
* Not too impressive reverse of -7 km/h

== History ==

[[File:Type 59 production.jpg|thumb|300px|Assembly of the first Type 59 tanks at the Inner Mongolia 617 factory in 1958.]]
During the early 1950s, the People's Republic of China purchased numerous tanks from the Soviet Union, such as the [[T-34-85 (S-53) (China)|T-34-85]] and the [[IS-2 (China)|IS-2]]. Domestic industrial and engineering capabilities were quite limited at the time, and the USSR agreed to assist in setting up a factory manufacturing the T-54A in China. The Chinese versions were designated '''Type 59''' and featured several differences from the original T-54A, such as the deletion of the night vision and possibly stabilizer systems, at least initially.

The Type 59 was produced for a long period of time in numerous versions, finally appearing in large numbers to completely replace the highly obsolete T-34-85 after a few decades. Though the Type 59 was initially a competitive design, it became apparent that it required some upgrades after a few years. An effort to create a replacement resulted in the [[Type 69]], but this model was not very popular with the PLA, only seeing limited domestic service. As a result, the Type 59 remained the premier tank of the PLA for most of the Cold War, seeing usage in the Sino-Vietnamese War in 1979 and the unrest of 1989 while receiving limited domestic upgrades to the fire-control, automotive, and fire suppression systems. The reason for the PLA's continued use of this first generation MBT was largely due to the political turmoil that was happening in China during the late 60s and early 70s. Efforts to produce indigenous second-generation main battle tanks to replace the Type 59, such as the WZ-122, were generally stymied. These projects, which were to be carried out by experienced Chinese engineers, did not come to fruition for domestic political reasons.

When economic relations with the Western World began to tighten during the 1980s, foreign technologies became available for integration, resulting in numerous upgraded variants like the Type-59-II, [[ZTZ59D1|Type 59D1]], Type 59D, Jaguar, and VT-3. Soon afterwards, domestic tank development accelerated and the Type 59 was superseded by more modern tanks such as the Type 80/88 series. Currently, the Type 59 is still present in the PLA's inventory in sizable quantities but has been gradually relegated to reserve and training purposes, with more and more units being equipped with modern [[ZTZ96|Type 96]] and Type 99 main battle tanks.

Like the original T-54/55 series, the Type 59 was a popular export item. It was used by the North Vietnamese Army during the Vietnam War alongside its Soviet counterpart. It remains in use in countries such as Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Iran, often in a heavily upgraded form. Chinese companies still offer comprehensive upgrades and conversions of the Type 59 for export customers. An estimated 10,000 tanks were produced between 1959 to the 1980s.

== Media ==


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== See also ==


;Related development

* [[ZTZ59 (Family)]]
* [[T-54/55 (Family)]]

== External links ==


* [[wikipedia:Type_59_tank|[Wikipedia] Type 59 tank]]
* [https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/China/type-59-medium-tank.php [Tank Encyclopedia<nowiki>]</nowiki> Type 59 main battle tank]
* [https://man.fas.org/dod-101/sys/land/row/type-59.htm [Federation of American Scientists - Military Analysis Network<nowiki>]</nowiki> Type 59]

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Type 69

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== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}'''(Chinese: 69式中型坦克; industry code WZ121) was the first batch of 100 tanks manufactured as the domestic replacement of the previous Type 59 tanks with some parts of the domestic upgrades inspired from [[T-62 545 (China)|Soviet T-62]]. The plans to built a completely domestic tank rose after the worsen Sino-Soviet relationship, in fact the new tank was proposed in 1963 to replace the aforementioned [[Type 59]] and the development started in 1965; while the later Cultural Revolution hindered the development severely, Chinese engineers eventually acquired the No. 545 T-62 from Soviet Border Troops and many parts of the most advanced Soviet tank known to Chinese inspired the engineers to revise their designs. The WZ121 eventually passed for certification in 1974 with new diesel engine, FCS and the infamous 100 mm smoothbore cannon; due to the rather disappointing performance of the cannon and flaws found during trials, these 100 tanks were soon returned to Factory 617 with the only known surviving tank stored in China Tank Museum (now closed), where the new Type 69-II with rifled 100 mm cannon passed as the true Type 69 in service, as well as the bestseller of Chinese medium tanks during 1980s as the [[Type 69-IIa]].

It was introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]] alongside with the Chinese tech-tree. At first glance, the Type 69 looks a lot like the previous Type 59. Closer inspection reveals some interesting features. It can be visually differentiated from similar vehicles by the placement of the IR spotlight directly above the gun mantlet (Soviet tanks place the spotlight off to the side), a laser rangefinder next to it, and a unique fume extractor located near the tip of the barrel. It can be thought of as a cross between the Soviet [[T-55A]] and [[T-62]]. Like the former, it boasts improved mobility and gun handling from the original Type 59, and like the latter, it has a smoothbore gun firing HEATFS and APFSDS rounds. Incorporating some of the PRC's first indigenous technologies, it also boasts night vision, two-plane stabilizer, and a laser rangefinder which both the T-62 and T-55A lack. Players coming from the [[Type 59]] will appreciate many of the Type 69's improvements, no longer having to deal with a glacial turret rotation speed, single plane stabilizer, and lack of night vision. The firepower is a sidegrade at best and a downgrade at worst. Both tanks can use HEATFS, but while the Type 59 could use APHE rounds for instant knockouts against lightly armoured tanks like the [[Leopard 1]], the Type 69 has a poor-quality APFSDS round instead. No miracles should be expected from its gun.

Succeeding the Type 69 is the [[ZTZ59D1]], which has much improved firepower and protection but reverts back to the Type 59's poor gun handling and weaker engine.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


The armour layout of the Type 69 is identical to the [[T-54 (1951)]], with a rounded turret made of cast homogeneous armour and a highly sloped front glacis. While the frontal protection is good in terms of raw values, the Type 69 will face many tanks with powerful sub-calibre and HEAT rounds that can penetrate its armour with ease. That said, it is resistant to the APHE rounds used by Soviet light/medium tanks and the US [[T32]]/[[T32E1]].

Post-penetration survivability is not optimal as the interior of the tank is cramped and plenty of loose ammunition is stored in the turret and fighting compartment. However, the Type 69 has a "wet" ammo rack next to the driver, which is more resistant to detonation by HEAT rounds.

'''Armour type:'''

* Rolled homogeneous armour (Hull, Turret roof)
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret, Gun mantlet)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 100 mm (60°) ''Front glacis'' 100 mm (54°) ''Lower glacis'' || 80 mm || 45 mm (16°) ''Upper'' 30 mm (72°) ''Lower'' || 30 mm ''Front'' 20 mm ''Back''
|-
| Turret || 160 mm (14-39°) ''Turret front'' 200 mm (4-78°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 115 mm (45-50°) ''Upper'' 155 mm (10-30°) ''Lower'' || 65 mm (0-35°) || 30 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspensions wheels and tracks are 20 mm thick

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp=899|rbMinHp=513}}

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 69 (100 mm)}}

The Type 69 is armed with a 100 mm Type 69 smoothbore cannon equipped with a two-plane stabilizer, capable of firing APFSDS, HEATFS, and HE rounds. It reloads 0.1 seconds quicker than the Type 59's rifled gun but this is a negligible improvement. The turret traverse is on par with the T-55A and is 50% better than the Type 59. The ability to automatically range the gun using the laser rangefinder helps offset the lower velocity of the HEATFS round, and makes sniping extremely easy. As a whole, the Type 69 significantly rectifies the Type 59's gun handling problems, but it still lags behind most Western MBTs. It also retains the T-54/Type 59's poor gun depression of 4 degrees, which is 1 degree worse than the T-55A.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 69 (100 mm)|100 mm Type 69]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 44 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+18° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 14.3 || 19.8 || 24.0 || 26.5 || 28.2 || rowspan="2" | 9.75 || rowspan="2" | 8.63 || rowspan="2" | 7.95 || rowspan="2" | 7.50
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 8.9 || 10.5 || 12.8 || 14.1 || 15.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
The Type 69's stock rounds are the Type 71 APDS-FS and the Type 71 HE. The Type 71 APDS-FS with only 219 mm of flat penetration at 10 m is worse than many AP/APHE rounds at its BR. The [[AUBL/74 HVG]]'s 60 mm APFSDS penetrates more despite having a much lower calibre! It also suffers noticeable drop-off at long distances. However the angled penetration is decent, topping out at 125 mm @ 60 degrees. For comparison, the T-55A's 3BM25 APFSDS round has far superior flat penetration (up to 335 mm) but only has slightly higher angled penetration (up to 128 mm @ 60 degrees) than the Type 71 APDS-FS. Penetration aside, it has a high muzzle velocity of 1,505 m/s. The post-penetration damage is nothing to write home about, generally comparable to the Type 1959 APDS used by the Type 59. Be sure to aim for crew members and ammo racks.

The Type 71 HE shell is weak and should be ignored. It has a low explosive content and might be able to cause overpressure damage to light targets, but not consistently. Any vehicle with more than paper-thin armour will be immune to it.

The unlockable Type 1973 HEATFS is a Tier I modification. Familiar to Type 59 users, it has the same penetration performance as the T-55A's 3BK17M HEATFS with a lower TNT equivalent and a slightly lower muzzle velocity. 390 mm of flat penetration at any distance is impressive and will slice through almost all tanks lacking special armour types (spaced, reactive, composite). While it lacks the high velocity of the APFSDS and can be detonated by bushes or fences, the HEATFS is still good for dealing with heavy targets that the APFSDS can't penetrate. Post-penetration damage is somewhat inconsistent, so again, aim for crew members and ammo racks. It is capable of knocking out very lightly-armoured vehicles with overpressure damage, but this is not guaranteed. Still, it is much more practical than the HE shell and is the best accompaniment to the APFSDS.

{{:Type 69 (100 mm)/Ammunition|1-72-85 APDS-FS, 1-71-74 HE, Type 1973 HEAT-FS}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty*
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''44''' || 43 ''(+1)'' || 38 ''(+6)'' || 34 ''(+10)'' || 22 ''(+22)'' || 20 ''(+24)'' || 1 ''(+43)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* Shells are modeled individually and disappear after having been shot or loaded.
* The 6th rack serves as first-stage ammo stowage (19 shells total).

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 54 (12.7 mm)|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

The Type 54 is useful against enemy helicopters if they get too close. It can also penetrate lightly-armoured targets like certain SPAAs or light tanks.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm Type 54]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Pintle || 500 (50) || 600 || -4°/+82° || ±180°
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 3,500 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


The Type 69 is somewhat paradoxical. Its laser rangefinder and smoothbore cannon may suggest that it is a good sniper, but the poor penetration of its Type 71 APDS-FS makes it difficult to pick off well-protected targets from afar. Meanwhile its two-plane stabilizer, improved engine, and faster turret rotation speed are more suitable for an offensive role, though it lacks the APHE enjoyed by the comparable [[T-55A]] for instant knockouts. New tankers can try using it as a second-line midfielder to support pushes and quickly react to targets from a comfortable distance. It can brawl quite well against tanks that lack stabilizers. Take advantage of the laser rangefinder to shoot accurately at long distances, as the ability to automatically range the gun helps a lot.

Terrible APFSDS is still APFSDS, and it does the job against against lightly armoured opponents like the [[Leopard I]] and [[AMX-30]]. US medium tanks tend to have better frontal protection and may be able to shrug off the APFSDS in certain zones; the [[M48A1]] has a tough gun mantlet, the [[M60]]'s lower glacis is immune, and the [[T95E1]] is mostly immune on the turret and upper portions of the glacis. When fighting more resilient targets like the [[M103]], [[T32E1]], and [[M60A1 (AOS)]], the Type 1973 HEATFS is a much better choice and will penetrate any target with conventional armour. The Type 69 may encounter some tanks that boast ERA and good base armour. Look out for the [[Centurion Mk.5 AVRE]], [[M60A1 RISE (P)]], and [[Sho't Kal Dalet (Great Britain)|Sho't Kal Dalet]], which will need repeated hits with HEATFS and are more easily dealt with by flanking.

The APFSDS and HEATFS are not very likely to destroy targets in one shot, especially those with large volumes and well-spaced crew members, so stay close to cover and have a backup plan if a target survives. This is especially important since the Type 69's reload is rather sluggish and a damaged target could retreat or retaliate before a follow up shot is ready.

Mobility wise, the Type 69 is about the same as the [[T-55A]]. While not agonizing, it most likely won't be the first tank to arrive on the battlefield. Note that the reverse speed of -7 km/h is rather poor and it lacks neutral steering, so be careful about overextending. It is easier to get into a bad position than out of it.

Overall, the Type 69 is versatile, having tools for most situations at hand and no major weaknesses, though conversely it is not exceptional in any regard. It is best used as a flexible combatant, capable of flanking, pushing aggressively, or sniping as the situation demands. Stay close to teammates and avoid engaging multiple opponents at the same time. Caution should be paid to its substandard mobility, slow reload, and finicky ammunition.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* One of the earliest tanks in the game with APFSDS rounds
* APFSDS comes stock
* Has a two-plane stabilizer
* Access to night vision and a laser rangefinder
* Laser rangefinder can automatically range the gun to fire at long distances
* Improved engine, turret rotation speed, and ammunition capacity compared to the Type 59
* Top mounted heavy machine gun is useful against aircraft
* Wet ammo storage

'''Cons:'''

* APFSDS has abysmal flat penetration for its calibre
* APFSDS struggles to destroy heavy tanks such as [[M103]]
* Does not have access to APHE
* Armour is identical to the Type 59, does not hold up very well at its rank
* Not particularly mobile
* Somewhat long reload
* No thermal sights
* No sources of smoke available

== History ==


After the Sino-Soviet split, the People's Republic of China was no longer able to receive military technical help from the Soviet Union. The [[Type 59]], a licensed copy of the T-54A, was the most advanced medium tank available to the PLA, but after a few years it became apparent that upgrades were necessary to keep up with the rapidly advancing technology of the time. The PLA ordered the development of a new "Type 69" tank in 1963 and the first prototype was manufactured in 1966; however, the beginning of the Cultural Revolution in 1966 and the ensuing purges impeded further development of the tank. The early Type 69 featured a smoothbore cannon, IR searchlight, laser rangefinder, and a new engine.

After the capture of [[Т-62 545 (China)| a Soviet T-62]], the latest Soviet technology was examined, copied, and implemented into the Type 69, creating the Type 69-I variant. During this time the smoothbore gun was found to be rather unsatisfactory, and Type 69 tanks in Chinese service were often refitted with the same 100 mm rifled gun as the Type 59. Further development continued through the 1980s, culminating in the Type 79 series, which incorporated a new 105 mm gun and numerous Western technologies.

The Type 69 series saw relatively limited service with the PLA but were more popular on the export market, purchased by countries such as Thailand, [[T-69 II G|Bangladesh]], and Myanmar. Modified Type 69 tanks were still in the inventory of the Iraqi Army during the 2003 invasion of Iraq, though by this point they were no match for modern MBTs. That being said, the Iraqi division equipped with the {{PAGENAME}} tanks, though outgunned, fought more valiantly than the elite Republican Guard who had access to more modern equipment.

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=cn_type_69 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

;Videos
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== See also ==


* [[T-69 II G]] - Upgraded export variant for Bangladesh

== External links ==


* [[wikipedia:Type_69_tank|[Wikipedia] Type 69 tank]]

{{TankManufacturer Norinco}}
{{China medium tanks}}

Type 89

2024-06-03T01:12:38Z

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{{About
| about = Japanese light tank '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other uses
| link = Type 89 (Disambiguation)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=jp_type_89
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|ArtImage_{{PAGENAME}}.png}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}} {{Annotation|IFV|Infantry Fighting Vehicle}}''' ({{Annotation|89式装甲戦闘車|Hachikyū Shiki Sōkō Sentōsha}}) entered service with the JSDF in 1989. It supplements the APCs that preceded it, such as the Type 60 APC, Type 73 APC and other wheeled APCs, which were vulnerable without tank support. The Type 89 IFV was developed from 1980 to 1989, when it was officially adopted. It was meant to work with the [[Type 90|Type 90 tank]] in different regions, but due to budget constraints and high cost of the Type 89 IFV, only about 120 vehicles were produced by 2014 out of an order for 300, mainly deployed in Hokkaido.

The Type 89 IFV was introduced in [[Update 1.85 "Supersonic"]]. It can engage various targets with its [[Oerlikon KDE (35 mm)]] and its heavy [[Type 79|Type 79 Jyu-MAT]] missiles. It is best suited for hit-and-run tactics, using its speed and smoke grenades to avoid direct fire and attack the weaker sides of enemy armour with APDS rounds. The Type 89 IFV also has a laser warning system that warns the player of incoming laser-guided missiles.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


While the Type 89's armour consists of rolled homogeneous armour, it is not any better than modern light tanks of other factions, which use double or even triple the amount of aluminium to give roughly the same amount of protection. This means that its sides and even angled turret will still be vulnerable to all autocannons and will trigger overpressure damage easily if hit in a weak spot, such as the back half of the tank.

The armour profile can be closely compared to [[Merkava Mk.1 (USA)|Merkava Mk.1]], it has a long hull with turret on the back, and the entirety of it is sloped as much as possible. This means that inaccurate frontal hull shots will likely bounce and this tank should always face the opponent. Unfortunately, due to how big the turret is, the bounced shell might actually fly straight into it, and there aren't any special shields or additional armour for the turret crew on this tank.

Internal module placement is rather smart on paper, with the driver and MG operator hiding on the right side of the tank, and main weapon crew hiding at the back along with ammunition, while the rest of the tank is one giant engine compartment, sealed off with a 5 mm RHA screen, meaning that most hull shots should not be able to deal overpressure damage. In reality, the means of protecting the crew and critical weak points are insufficient. Most notably, the driver isn't completely sealed away from tank's front and the turret, meaning that any chemical shot coming to suspension from the right can overpressure the entire tank. Direct artillery hits will usually destroy the tank instantly. Frontal shots also tend to destroy the gun breech, rendering the main gun useless.

Due to overall low thickness of armour Type 89 can get [[Damage_mechanics#Breach_.2F_Overmatch_.2F_Stamping|overmatched]]. Whenever the tank hull side is even slightly opened, it will get easily penetrated by big guns, the armour is thick enough to trigger APHE fuses and even if it's a slow 19 mm fuse it will trigger off hitting the engine and RHA screen, then cause violent explosions next to ammo rack. Pure AP shells even of a small calibre autocannon will fly straight through the entire engine compartment, likely hitting the turret crew or ammo rack in the very back of the tank. It is also possible to lose the entire tank crew to a single coaxial autocannon spray from the right side, as nothing is protecting the driver there.

The one scenario in which the sealed compartment can truly work against kinetic shells is when the Type 89 is driving around the town, or hiding from snipers behind buildings, and someone suddenly shoots engine compartment into direction opposite from the crew, then enemy APHE may simply get stuck there, doing reduced damage to the turret crew. This does not make the situation any better though, as without team help or a very unlikely ATGM counterattack, Type 89 will still get repeatedly set on fire until it explodes.

Recommendations: Keep your opponents in front of you, if you can't - at least keep them on your left to reduce chances of an overpressure damage. Avoid being shot directly by 120+ mm shells. Do not needlessly taunt enemy SPAA. In close quarters you can be extremely aggressive and destroy enemy weapon or gunner as soon as possible. Otherwise try to scout enemies and hope to fire first or that there is a sniper to cover your back.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 15 mm - 20 mm (81°) ''Upper Glacis'' 5 mm (81°) ''Ventilation'' 35 mm (26°-57°) ''Lower Glacis'' 20 mm (0°-50°) ''Sponson Front'' || 20 mm ''Upper'' 15 mm (Base) +10 mm (Sideskirts) ''Lower'' || 15 mm || 5 mm - 20 mm
|-
| Turret ||35 mm (11°-12°) ''Turret Front Sides'' 25 mm + 25 mm ''Gun mantlet'' || 20 mm || 15 mm (Base) + 5 mm (Storage Rack) || 10 mm
|-
| Cupola || colspan="4" | 10 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Fenders, Storage - 5 mm
* Turret Ring - 25 mm
* Tracks - 15 mm
* Suspension - 10 mm
* There are 10 mm or armour protection between the engine compartment and the crew compartment inside the vehicle

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp=930|rbMinHp=531}}

On hard, flat terrain, the Type 89 will easily keep pace or out-speed many other vehicles due to its reasonable power-to-weight ratio of 23 hp/t.

On soft, uneven or hilly terrain the Type 89 loses a lot of its speed advantage. This is due to the fact that the gearbox only provides 4 separate forward speeds. Due to the long gearing the Type 89 will often find itself unable to climb hills in gear 2 and will have to change to gear 1, which provides a top speed of just 9 km/h for hill-climbing. This means the Type 89 is often less mobile on hilly terrain than medium tanks. This problem can be mitigated to some extent by maintaining a good amount of speed (30+ km/h) and not stopping when travelling up hills.

As with [[Type 60 SPRG (C)]], reverse gear is much more responsive and will allow you to manoeuvre and retreat back around the corner during combat - use it if tank was forcibly stopped.

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}

{{main|Oerlikon KDE (35 mm)}}

The Type 89 is equipped with a 35 mm Oerlikon KDE autocannon, which is similar to the [[Oerlikon KDA (35 mm)|KDA]] variant used by the [[Gepard]], the [[Type 87]], and the [[Chieftain Marksman]], and is widely considered to be one of the most effective guns in regards to damage output and reliability. This is due to their moderate calibre and rate of fire: 35 mm is the largest of the small autocannons which allows it to have a much higher rate of fire than any 40 mm or 57 mm system.

The difference between them is that KDE cannon fires slower than KDA, but it uses tank-specific ammunition instead. This particular tank also has an autoloader magazine of 34 shells. Each shell is reloaded for about 5 seconds when not firing, unless you rearm on the capture point, which injects shells directly into the magazine every ~0.1 sec regardless of firing, which allows the gun to fire forever.

It is very important to remember that even 3-5 direct APDS hits to a cannon barrel can neutralize almost any medium tank Type 89 can face, and should anything impenetrable suddenly attack, one can just destroy their gun to avoid being shot at. The APDS can also easily hit tanks from further than 1.2 km away, so it's worth looking around for unaware opponents with their sides exposed.

Overall, the autocannon allows the Type 89 to deal with most lightly armoured vehicles in the game. The APDS ammunition allows it to deal with Main Battle Tanks from the side, sometimes even from the front, though this should be carefully planned, as running out of autoloader ammo will almost definitely result in Type 89's demise.

The tank can use conventional HE to attack helicopters, if it must. Remember to use the laser rangefinder to target them quicker when it's researched. HE can also be used to demolish buildings, but every building piece will take at least 3 shots, which severely undercuts already limited autoloader ammo pool, therefore it should only be done when rearming from a capture point and only if you want to see and fire over cover (for example, to use the Type 79 ASM efficiently).

Whenever you see that the main gun can't deal with an enemy target, or someone caught you off guard, consider using the ATGMs instead.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="6" | [[Oerlikon KDE (35 mm)|35 mm Oerlikon KDE]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
!Autoloader
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 251 || rowspan="2" | 200 || rowspan="2" | -10°/+35° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 28.6 || 39.5 || 48.0 || 53.1 || 56.5 || rowspan="2" | 0.30
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 17.9 || 21.0 || 25.5 || 28.2 || 30.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Oerlikon KDE (35 mm)/Ammunition|DM23, DM11A1}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''251''' || 163 ''(+88)'' || 103 ''(+148)'' || 69 ''(+182)'' || 35 ''(+216)'' || 1 ''(+250)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* Racks 1 and 2 are modeled as sets of 2 rounds. The rounds disappear from the rack only after you've fired both rounds in the set.
* Racks 3 and 4 are modeled as sets of 4 rounds; they disappear from the rack only after you've fired all rounds in the set.
* Rack 5 is modeled as individual rounds which disappear after having been shot or loaded.
* Rack 5 (autoloader magazine) is a first stage ammo rack. It totals 34 rounds.
** This rack gets filled first when loading up the tank and is also emptied first.
** As the {{PAGENAME}} is equipped with an autoloader, manual reloading of the gun is not possible.
** Once the autoloader magazine has been depleted, you can't shoot until the loader has restocked the autoloader with at least one round. The restocking time is longer than the normal reload time of the gun, so take this into account when playing.
** Simply not firing when the gun is loaded will move ammo from racks 1 to 4 into rack 5. Firing will interrupt the restocking of the ready rack.

=== Additional armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 79}}

The Type 79 default ATGM has around 700 mm flat penetration at any range and has start velocity of 200 m/s, while retaining the high explosive mass of the [[Type 64 MAT]], making it one of the better ATGMs of the rank. This ATGM can deal with most tanks from the front, but be sure to avoid hitting modern NATO NERA composite armour, as these composite armours will minimise the damage done or even negate it entirely. When facing tanks with active ERA screens like [[M60A1 RISE (P)]], attack the screen with the cannon first if possible, as such ERA plating may reduce the damage taken by the hostile tank and force you to use both missiles to take them down.

Two missile launchers are located on the sides of the turret, with two reserve missiles being stored in the back of the hull (four total). Due to their placement, they only really arrive at crosshair location if the target is over 500 m away, so use them on targets which are away from the tank and practice aim in test drive to be able to use them at melee ranges, instead of relying on the targeting reticle. The second missile can be immediately fired after the first one, but firing it will cut off guidance for the first one, so '''only''' do this if you are sure it's on the correct course. Missile reload is only possible after '''both''' missiles are fired.

Type 79 ASM is a proximity HE modification of the Type 79 ATGM. You can only have 10 magazines of ASM modification per battle (20 shots). When you aim at an enemy tank, it will automatically fly above the designated target to explode at about 3 m range from the tank roof. You can't directly control how far it will go, but aiming lower will usually increase the damage output, until the missile starts hitting the target directly. It is generally recommended to aim around the enemy turret base for maximum damage, as missile then tends to explode right above the target's roof.

This missile can be used to obliterate hostile ATGM tanks or to counter superior proximity ATGM carriers, but it is not very effective against medium and heavy tanks. While it technically can breach the roof even of the most feared tanks (like [[IS-6]]) and can be spammed offensively until spent completely off the capture point, if aimed incorrectly the missile tends to detonate too early and hit plates with 35+ mm thickness, doing superficial or no damage. It can also be very difficult to use in the heat of battle, where even a fraction of a second spent aiming may be the difference between victory and defeat. The missile is also too weak to breach roof ERA or NERA, so tanks with the full 360° roof protection (like rank VII Soviet tanks) will not take any damage from it, easily enduring even double direct hits.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="4" | [[Type 79]] missile || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Capacity (Belt) !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
| 4 (2) || 0°/+20° || N/A || N/A || 13.00 || 11.50 || 10.60 || 10.00
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 79/Ammunition|Type 79, Type 79 ASM}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''2''' || 1 ''(+1)'' || 0 ''(+2)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* ATGMs are modeled by sets of 2. You can carry either 2 or 4 missiles.
* The left ATGM is fired first.
* The reload process will only begin when both ATGM have been fired off the {{PAGENAME}}'s side launchers

=== Optics and night vision ===
The Type 89 receives night vision imagers once the tier 3 modification 'NVD' is researched. This unlocks standard 500 x 300 resolution thermal sights for the gunner, as well as standard image intensifiers for all crew (available in third person view in AB/RB additionally).
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
! colspan="7" |{{PAGENAME}} [[Optics]]
|-
! rowspan="3" |Type of optic
! rowspan="3" |Magnification
! colspan="5" |[[Night Vision Devices]]
|-
! colspan="3" |Image Intensifier
! rowspan="2" |{{Annotation|Thermal Imager Resolution|The higher the resolution the clearer and more detailed the image is}}
! rowspan="2" |Notes
|-
!{{Annotation|Resolution|The higher the resolution the clearer and more detailed the image is}}
!{{Annotation|Light Mult|By how much the image intensifier amplifies the existing light, primarily useful for comparing image intensifiers}}
!{{Annotation|Noise Level|How much noise is present in the image (how grainy the image is)}}
|-
!Gunner's Sight
|2.0x - 8.0x||--||--||--||500 x 300||Intensifier & thermal sights unlocked by 'NVD' modification (tier 3)
|-
!Commander's View
|6.0x||1600 x 1200||9.0||High||N/A||Intensifier unlocked by 'NVD' modification (tier 3)
|-
!Driver's View
|1.0x||800 x 600||5.0||High||N/A||Intensifier unlocked by 'NVD' modification (tier 3)
|}

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 74 (7.62 mm)}}

Type 74 machine gun isn't doing anything special on this tank, as Type 89 can "scout" tanks directly without making any noise, but it can be sometimes used together with main gun when fighting other ATGM tanks or helicopters, as to add a chance of survival against ATGM by shooting them down mid-flight.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 74 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 74]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 701 || N/A || N/A
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


While the tank has a lot of weapons, it is a bit on a slower side. Since it is not able to fire ATGMs on the move and its autoloader has a very limited ammo pool, the Type 89 has to rely on cover and area denial to move around and fight.

One way to avoid ammo starvation is to stand on a capture point, which will reload the weapons for you, but capture points often provide really poor cover and must be captured first to provide ammo, which may not even happen.

Even if you managed to get to a really good capture point, which does not allow enemies to suddenly attack you and you carry type 79 ASM to destroy them before they can even get into a line of sight, enemies will very soon grow tired of the endless 35 mm KDE noises and the ATGMs hitting them, then call their entire artillery supply in your general direction. An artillery strike can destroy the Type 89 in one hit and must be avoided.

If you clearly can't capture a point (there is a lot of tanks or snipers have it on lockdown), work as a support or a flanker to avoid situations in which you are overwhelmed and can't retreat to reload. Getting into enemy squad side can be difficult, but generally provides an opportunity to take out two tanks with a gun before ATGMs have be used.

Despite having low ammo count, the main gun itself can deal a lot of damage to the crew or weapons if aimed properly, working as a decent deterrent for many tanks. It won't be able to beat [[Begleitpanzer 57]] or [[IT-1]] because it does not have APHE option and only does marginal damage to such tanks if they are careful, so use ATGM to destroy them if you can.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Has 2 ATGM loaded at the same time and can fire them in quick succession
* The Type 79 ATGM is hard to dodge, have high penetration power of 700 mm and higher explosive mass than average ATGM
* The Type 79 ASM can be used to defeat proximity ATGM carriers of higher rank, although it's not nearly as effective against regular targets
* The Type 89's hull technically can survive some HEAT, HESH or even ATGM if they hit its engine compartment (left side), but it's not very reliable
* Highly accurate stabilized main weapon
* Can very efficiently exchange speed to manoeuvrability at gears 2 and 3
* Neutral steering
* Good reverse speed, turns better in reverse than forward
* Has thermal sight

'''Cons:'''

* Weak armour - It has worse protection from overpressure damage than [[TAM (Family)|TAM]] or [[Warrior]] with add-on composite shields and also can lose an entire crew to a single 23 mm API-T or even APDS shot from the right side
* Low ammo count for the main gun autoloader and only 4 ATGM - will often get stuck for a long time hiding behind cover to reload
* Due to placement of ATGM launchers on turret, firing them in close combat is awkward and may result in a non-fatal hit
* Unlike [[Type 60 ATM]], ATGM only reloads after you fired both of loaded missiles
* ATGM launchers have zero gun depression, which can make close range encounters even more difficult
* Very poor turn rate at gear 1

== History ==

At the beginning of the 1980s, the JSDF wanted to replace its outdated Type 60 and Type 73 APCs with more modern IFVs, similar to the American Bradley and the German Marder. The JSDF drew up a set of requirements and tasked the Mitsubishi company with developing a suitable replacement.

In 1984, funding was approved to build four different prototypes, all of which underwent testing until 1986. By 1989, one prototype design was selected and was adopted within the armed forces under the designation of Type 89.

Initially, the JSDF estimated the need for about 300 Type 89s to be built. However, the end of the Cold War in the 1990s combined with a limited budget prevented a rapid mass-production of Type 89 to take place. In fact, production was proceeding at a very low rate, with just over 50 vehicles entering service with the JSDF by 1999.

Although production of Type 89 was discontinued in 2004, the vehicle is still in service with the JSDF today. As of 2016, a total of 68 vehicles were present in the JSDF's inventory from the initially planned 300.

''- From [[wt:en/news/5936-development-type-89-the-fire-dragon-en|Devblog]]''

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=jp_type_89 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
{{Skin-gallery
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{{Youtube-gallery|2h5kFyznXKU|'''Best IFVs''' discusses the {{PAGENAME}} at 4:30 - ''War Thunder Official Channel''}}

== See also ==


* [[M3 Bradley]]

== External links ==


* [[wt:en/news/5936-development-type-89-the-fire-dragon-en|[Devblog] Type 89: The Fire Dragon]]

{{Manufacturer MHI}}
{{Japan light tanks}}
[[Category:ATGM vehicles]]

ZBD86

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{{About
| about = Chinese light tank '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = other versions
| link = BMP-1 (Family)
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=cn_type_86
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|GarageImage ZBD86Late.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (ZBD86式步兵战车; industry code: WZ501) is the Chinese reverse-engineered version of the Soviet [[BMP-1]] which was acquired from military equipment exchanges with Egypt in the late 1970s. In the 1980s, during military modernization, the PLAGF faced a pressing need for a new IFV for its mechanized troops. As a result, one of the stored BMP-1s from Egypt was transported to Mainland China for evaluation. In order to expedite the development of a new IFV, the Central Military Commission approved plans to reverse-engineer the BMP-1, despite its underperforming gun systems. The WZ501 was subsequently built in December 1980, incorporating some domestic subsystems. However, due to testing and manufacturing flaws, engineers took nearly 8 years to finalize the design, making additional changes that happened to align with the improvements made to the later BMP-1 variants. The ZBD86 successfully passed state certification in 1986 and began production in April 1987, initially with placeholder gun systems. After failed attempts to introduce American and British turrets, the ZBD86 eventually received new 25/30 mm autocannon turrets in the late 1990s, becoming the ZBD86-I and ZBD86A respectively. These versions are still in service and recently competed with their ideological counterpart, the BMP-2, in the Army Games jointly held by Russia and Mainland China, where the ZBD86A demonstrated superior performance.

Introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]], the ZBD86 can be considered a Chinese variant of the BMP-1, being nearly identical to the original Soviet version when stock, with the exception of the absence of rolled-up canvas on the turret sides. However, this vehicle possesses a hidden advantage: the "ZBD86 Late" modification. This equips it with the HJ-73E ATGM, a highly potent derivative of the original "Malyutka" SACLOS control and a tandem warhead. When employed effectively, the HJ-73E can neutralize any target the ZBD86 encounters, irrespective of ERA or composite armour protection. This makes the ZBD86 a valuable asset in uptiers and a versatile vehicle overall.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


The ZBD86 has very little to speak of in the armour department. Minimal frontal and nearly non-existent side armour results in the vehicle being vulnerable to almost any incoming fire. At most it can be counted on to shrug off heavy machine gun fire from the front. As such, the vehicle's survivability stems entirely from its mobility and reasonably small profile. Where possible, utilise hills or other cover, only exposing as much of the vehicle as is necessary to engage an unaware target.

The thin armour renders the ZBD86 vulnerable to overpressure damage from chemical munitions, nearby artillery impacts, and aircraft ordnance. Be very cautious of aircraft and do not stick around under artillery fire.

Despite the lack of armour, however, the ZBD86 will, on occasion, survive hits unexpectedly - the internals of the vehicle are largely non-critical and many rounds will over-penetrate, particularly subcalibre rounds.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 7-12 mm (80°) ''Front glacis'' 19 mm (56°) ''Lower glacis'' || 16 mm (3-18°) ''Top'' 18 + 4 mm ''Bottom'' || 16 mm (12°) ''Top'' 12 mm (48°) ''Bottom'' 12 mm (8-51°) ''Doors'' || 6 mm 5 mm ''Engine exhausts''
|-
| Turret || 23 mm (0-53°) ''Turret front'' 33 + 26 mm ''Gun mantlet'' || 13-23 mm (24-37°) || 13 mm (23-26°) || 6 mm
|-
| Cupola || 7 mm || 7 mm || 7 mm || 7 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels and tracks are 10 mm thick.
* Belly armour is 6 mm thick.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp=465|rbMinHp=265}}

The ZBD86's mobility is reasonably good, although somewhat lacking relative to other IFVs. Despite that, once it gets moving it can travel at a decent pace. It can reach around 45 km/h when driving off-road on flat terrain.

Be aware when attempting flanking manoeuvres and early pushes that there are vehicles with better mobility characteristics, and in many cases you'll encounter a vehicle before reaching a desirable position.

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

The modules and stock grind of the ZBD86 are very similar to the BMP-1. The main difference is that that the "ZBD86 Late" modification is present instead of the BMP-1P modification. "ZBD86 Late" upgrades the vehicle's ATGM and adds smoke grenades, as on the BMP-1P, but does not remove the autoloader. Thus, a spaded ZBD86 will always reload and is not dependent on crew reload skills compared to a spaded BMP-1. The smoke grenades are mounted on the turret cheeks, three per side, instead of residing behind the turret as on the BMP-1P.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 86 (73 mm)}}

The Type 86 main cannon is a somewhat finicky weapon. The penetration of the HEAT round is no higher than the [[Type 62]]'s HEATFS but the muzzle velocity of 665 m/s is lower, making it difficult to use at long range. Still, the gun reloads in only 6 seconds and has an autoloader. It can be quite lethal at close quarters with careful aim and knowledge of enemy modules, these factors being important due to the limited post-penetration damage. For targets with larger volumes, it is best to aim for ammo racks. If that is difficult or risky, disable their gun and mobility first. HEAT has a TNT equivalent of about 480 g and might cause overpressure damage to light targets on occasion. Keep in mind that the {{PAGENAME}} does not feature any sort of stabilisation at all, and due to its light weight the gun is near impossible to get on target at speed.

There is almost no reason to use the HE round. Its muzzle velocity is an abysmal 290 m/s and it has minimal penetration, making it useless against armoured targets, it can only be used against open-topped ATGM carriers similar to the [[M113A1 (TOW) (China)|M113]] or super light ATGM carriers of BR 9.0+, like the [[Wiesel 1A2]] (but these will probably know better and just dodge).

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 86 (73 mm)|73 mm Type 86]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Autoloader
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 40 || rowspan="2" | -4°/+30° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | - || 19.0 || 26.4 || 32.0 || 35.4 || 37.6 || rowspan="2" | 6.00
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 11.9 || 14.0 || 17.0 || 18.8 || 20.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 86 (73 mm)/Ammunition|DYP-73, DYS-73}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_BMP-1.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''40''' || 1 ''(+39)'' || No
|-
|}

The single ammunition rack consists of a shell barillet located around the turret basket.

=== Additional armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|HJ-73|HJ-73E}}

'''HJ-73'''

The {{PAGENAME}} comes with a rail-mounted manually-guided ATGM as stock, initially aimed manually and with somewhat mediocre penetration and explosive mass values. While occasionally useful, generally the main gun is easier and more reliable. Use it at long range against enemies who are not paying attention or to finish off a crippled target while the main gun is reloading. It does not have enough penetration to bypass ERA.

4 x HJ-73 ATGM

* Guidance type: MCLOS
* Firing range: 3 km

'''HJ-73E'''

Once the ZBD-86 Late upgrade is researched, the HJ-73 ATGM is replaced with a HJ-73E. Despite the new ATGM retaining the rail-mount, it is significantly more powerful and easier to use due to its semi-automatic guiding system. It penetrates more than twice as much as the original HJ-73 and ignores ERA due to the tandem-charge warhead. This will go clean through almost any target that the ZBD86 can encounter, even those equipped with early composite armour. It has enough penetration to go through the turret cheek of the [[M1 Abrams]]! Despite having a significantly lower TNT equivalent of 1.83 kg compared to the original HJ-73, the HJ-73E has excellent post-penetration damage due to its sheer penetration power. A center mass impact should be enough to take out all but the most voluminous targets.

Keep in mind that the ATGM can only be fired when stopped or at extremely low speeds. It also travels more slowly at 130 m/s compared to the 205 m/s of the BMP-1P's 9M113 ATGM.

4 x HJ-73E ATGM (ZBD-86 Late)

* Guidance type: SACLOS
* Firing range: 3 km

==== Ammunition ====
{{:HJ-73/Ammunition|HJ-73}}
{{:HJ-73E/Ammunition|HJ-73E}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_BMP-1.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''4''' || 3 ''(+1)'' || 1 ''(+3)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Note''':

* The missiles are listed from M1 to M4. M2 is the 1st rack. M3-M4 constitutes the 2nd rack.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|4}}

{{main|Type 86 (7.62 mm)}}

The {{PAGENAME}} comes equipped with a coaxial 7.62 mm Type 86 machine gun. This is only useful for clearing small obstacles or exposed crew in open-top vehicles.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 86 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 86]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 700 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


Some experience with the previous [[Type 62]] will transfer to the ZBD86. Both are armed with HEAT rounds, have similar mobility, and are best used in ambushes. The ZBD86 enjoys a significantly faster reload, better turret rotation speed, and powerful ATGMs to supplement the main gun. However, the ZBD86 has poorer defensive properties since it's a larger target and has worse gun depression. It is even more important to maintain stealth and good positioning, but on the bright side it can unleash a lot of pain onto its victims upon a successful attack.

The ZBD86 is a shoot-and-scoot type of vehicle as an exposed ZBD86 is a dead ZBD86 - avoid being a target at all costs. Use your mobility to find reasonable sniping spots for the ATGM that have a good view and cover to hide behind. The cannon is helpful at close quarters, where targeting crew members and ammo racks is easy, but is difficult to aim precisely at medium or long range. At these distances, the traditional 1-2 punch of first firing the main gun and quickly following up with an ATGM is viable. Remember that if ''anything'' sees you, it can destroy you - even a .50 cal will make quick work of the ZBD86 from the sides or back. Retreat back into cover while reloading and be careful if you have damaged a target without crippling them; once an enemy knows your position, it becomes far easier for them to destroy you.

The ZBD86's HEAT shell can be formidable against light tanks and SPAAs since these vehicles tend to have smaller volumes and more tightly clustered crew. It is generally the best to aim for crew compartments so that the HEAT jet can do as much work as possible; the explosive content may or may not be able to trigger overpressure damage depending on the target and impact zone, so count it as a nice surprise if it happens. Vehicles equipped with stabilized autocannons like the [[Falcon]], [[Gepard]], or [[M3 Bradley]] can easily maul the thinly-protected ZBD86, so do not pop out in plain sight and do your best to disable them in one shot. ATGMs are typically better saved for armoured targets but it usually only takes one of them to blow a light target to smithereens.

The HJ-73E is an enticing weapon since its tandem warhead and extremely high penetration will maul any vehicle it meets. ERA-equiped tanks like the [[Magach 3 (USA)|Magach 3]], [[Sho't Kal Dalet (Great Britain)|Sho't Kal Dalet]], and [[Centurion Mk.5 AVRE]], which the original BMP-1 might struggle with, can be given a very rude surprise. Tough heavy tanks with steel armour can also be dispatched easily, making the ZBD86 a giant-slayer of sorts. Unfortunately, the HJ-73E travels slowly and is mounted on an upward-tilted launch rail like the basic HJ-73, which make it inconvenient to use at both close quarters and long range. Keep a healthy distance of at least 200 m from your target before launching the ATGM. For long distance engagements, try to use the HJ-73E against targets that are either immobile and not paying attention or exposed in the open without much cover. It is also important to stay close to cover yourself while launching the ATGM, as attentive enemies can deduce your location and guiding the missile requires staying in the line-of-sight and thus being at least partially exposed for the entire flight duration.

A lucky opponent (and/or one with a lot of machine guns) may be able to shoot the HJ-73E out of the air due to its slow flight speed. If they attempt this, the counter is to guide the missile on a less predictable path while it makes its way to the target, only aiming directly when it gets close. A similar tactic can be helpful against enemies that are not immediately focusing on the ZBD86 but may react to a missile heading straight towards them; for example, launching and guiding the HJ-73E in a different direction while keeping them in view might fool them into thinking that you are aiming at another target, which does not arouse the same panic factor, but snapping your aim to them at the last second as a bootleg form of terminal guidance will leave them very little time to duck into cover or deploy smoke grenades. Remember that these kinds of fancy missile manoeuvres take longer, leaving the ZBD86 more exposed, so it is still best to prioritize unaware targets and use direct aim.

Be very careful of aircraft, as the boxy ZBD86 is easy to spot from above. With only 6-7 mm of roof armour, it's trivial for contemporary planes to riddle it with holes. When planes are around, take advantage of the smoke grenades and ESS to mask your position when necessary. If there are buildings and trees to hide among, even better.

The ZBD86 can research NVD, which can help during night battles to increase visibility. NVD is available in commander, gunner, driver and outside viewports. Once purchased, the NVD modification also allows the use of a infrared spotlight to help illuminate targets if they are hard to see. However, it is mounted to the hull, and as such will require the hull to be rotated to illuminate anything.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Good mobility
* One of the earliest ATGM light tanks, one of the earliest to receive mouse-guided (SACLOS) ATGMs, first to receive tandem warhead ATGM
* Amphibious ability allows it to reach positions that other vehicles struggle to
* Remains competitive in uptiers with its autoloader, HEAT shells, and ATGMs
* All ammunition types are default and as such have no cost
* HJ-73E ATGM has extremely high penetration for its rank, counters ERA equipped tanks
* Equipped with a night vision device

'''Cons:'''

* Mediocre reverse speed for a light tank
* Chemical ammunition only, may struggle to damage vehicles with ERA like the [[Centurion Mk.5 AVRE]] without the HJ-73E
* All available ammunition is hyper-sensitive and will detonate on hitting light obstacles such as fences or bushes
* Somewhat large silhouette for a light tank
* Poor gun depression
* No stabilizer
* Only three crew members, the commander and driver are clustered together
* Vulnerable to heavy machine gun and light cannon fire, particularly from the sides or top
* Very vulnerable to aircraft, helicopters, and artillery
* Infrared spotlight mounted to hull, won't rotate with turret when NVD is on
* HJ-73E is tilted upwards which makes close targets impossible to hit

== History ==

{{main|BMP-1#History|l1=History of the BMP-1}}

The People's Republic of China produced many Soviet vehicles such as the [[Type 59]]/[[T-54 (1951)|T-54]] and [[J-6A|J-6]]/[[MiG-19PT|MiG-19]] under license during its early years, when relations with the Soviet Union were cordial. However, the Sino-Soviet split starting from the early 1960s significantly toned down the cooperation between the two countries. When the BMP-1 first entered service around 1968, the Soviet Union was unwilling to share this new and novel vehicle with China. The BMP-1 was exported to numerous Soviet client states however, and some of these countries like Egypt were on good terms with China. A BMP-1 example was delivered to China from Egypt in the early 1980s and the design was subsequently reverse engineered into the '''ZBD86''', also known as "Type 86", entering service with the PLA in 1986. The original ZBD 86 model was mostly identical to the BMP-1, featuring a copy of the 9M14 Malyutka ATGM called the "[[HJ-73]]", but since almost two decades had passed since the BMP-1's original introduction, the design was in need of improvements. The "NFV-1" variant was designed for export in collaboration with the American FMC company, featuring a [[M242 (25 mm)|25 mm M242 Bushmaster cannon]] in a redesigned turret. The NFV-1 did not enter service, but Chinese designers learned from the project that for IFVs, autocannons were significantly more practical than the original 73 mm low-velocity cannon. Subsequent models were all armed with autocannons. The ZBD 86-I was the first updated variant to enter mass production and was equipped with the same M242 cannon in an unusual overhead turret, apparently lacking ATGM capability, along with a more powerful engine. The modernized "ZBD86A" variant used ZPT99 30 mm autocannon (domestic version of [[2A72 (30 mm)|2A72]], imported in parallel to the BMP-3 turret brought from Russia) in an angular and more traditional turret that could once more mount an upgraded version coded [[HJ-73E]] which enhances its odds to fight back heavier vehicles . Over 3,000 ZBD 86s have been produced and over 1,000 are still in service today. However, they have been supplanted in recent years by more advanced Chinese IFVs such as the ZBD04 series, which boast much better protection and armament.

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=== References ===

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* BMP-1. (2020, March 25). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=BMP-1&oldid=947316322

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{{About
| about = light tank '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
| usage = the Chinese version
| link = Type 62
}}
{{Specs-Card
|code=ussr_type_62
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
|market=Type-62
}}

== Description ==

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a gift rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet light tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update 1.65 "Way of the Samurai"]] as a reward vehicle for the [[wt:en/news/4416-special-war-thunder-winter-holiday-en|2016 "Winter Holiday"]] event.

While playing the Type 62, it is important to stay hidden from your enemy at all times and avoid going head-to-head with enemies that have noticed your presence and are focusing on eliminating you. The paper-thin armour on the Type 62 cannot effectively stop any shell, and, unless you're facing the British, a hit will likely result in the HE filler of the shell knocking out most of your crew / detonating your ammo racks. So it is recommended to use flanking tactics on larger maps, while staying hidden behind terrain features such as hills, trees, even in ditches, while on smaller city maps it's recommended to stay behind piles of rubble, houses, even your teammates, to avoid the enemy seeing the Type 62 before it has the opportunity to disable their gun or destroy them.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


'''Armour type:'''

* Rolled homogeneous armour (Hull, Turret roof)
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 35 mm (57°) ''Front glacis'' 25 mm (50°) ''Lower glacis'' || 25 mm || 15 mm (7-52°) || 20 mm ''Front'' 15 mm ''Engine deck'' 5 mm ''Engine grille''
|-
| Turret || 50 mm (9-59°) ''Turret front'' 50 mm (2-66°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 35 mm (11-44°) || 32 mm (11-46°) || 20 mm
|-
| Cupola || 30 mm || 30 mm || 30 mm || 20 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels are 20 mm thick while tracks are 15 mm thick.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp=666|rbMinHp=380}}

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.62 || rowspan="2" | 8.51 || rowspan="2" | 7.84 || rowspan="2" | 7.40
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HVAP, Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_Type_62.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 45 ''(+2)'' || 37 ''(+10)'' || 31 ''(+16)'' || 23 ''(+24)'' || 21 ''(+26)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Note''':

* Turret empty: 37 ''(+10)'' shells.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 54 (12.7 mm)|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm Type 54]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Pintle || 500 (50) || 600 || -4°/+82° || ±180°
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


With its excellent mobility, the Type 62 is great for getting from point to point and setting up ambushes. However, the reload rate is around the same or even slower than most enemy tanks, so making your first shot count is always going to determine whether you survive the engagement or not. Aiming for the turret or ammo racks of the enemy are great options, as they usually ensure ammo rack detonations or that the enemy won't be able to fire back at you if not.

Also note that going on rough terrain and over piles of rubble is not recommended while at risk to be shot at by the enemy, as the gun takes a very long time to adjust in the vertical. With the HEATFS shell, staying at range is also possible, as it is much easier for you to hide your tank from the enemy while not losing accuracy and penetration of the HEATFS shell.

When facing heavy and medium tanks of the enemy, try to knock out their gun to allow you to get a clear shot of their side, as the stock shells for the 85 mm gun on the Type 62 can't reliably penetrate tanks such as the [[T29]] and [[Tiger II (H)]] up front. However, with the HEATFS and APCR shells unlocked you'll be able to deal with heavily armoured tanks easier, so getting those early on is a must.

The hardest tanks to destroy in the Type 62 will be the T29 and Tiger II (H), as APHEBC and APCBC shells cannot penetrate these tanks from the front. When facing against these tanks, your best option is to get their ammo racks or turret crew from the side while they're busy dealing with your teammates, or, if they see you, relocating without them seeing you and getting them unawares. With the HEATFS shell it is possible to even penetrate the King Tiger's upper front plate if they underestimate you and don't angle their hull.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Good acceleration, can reach fast travel speed quickly
* Small profile, smaller than the [[T-44]]
* 85 mm is similar to the one on T-44, with access to superior shells
* Access to Type 56 HEAT-FS round, capable of penetrating 300 mm of armour
* Pintle-mounted 12.7 mm MG can provide AA defences
* Decent ammo reserve for its size, 47 shells
* Looks like a [[T-54 (1951)|T-54]], may cause opponents in RB and SB to take a pause to figure out what you really are
* Gun doesn't rock around a lot, can do a decent job at firing on the move

'''Cons:'''

* Very thin armour - 35 mm hull in front, 50 mm turret front armour
* Slow turret traverse
* Rather long reload
* Cramped crew and scattered ammo all over ensures easy knock-outs if penetrated
* Gun depression is -5°
* Gun is difficult to use in uneven terrain, as it takes a long time to depress / elevate the gun
* Will rarely reach more than 50 km/h off-road

== History ==


===Development===
After World War II, China stayed in a state of conflict as part of the Chinese Civil War, pitting the Chinese Nationalists against the Communists. The Communist Party were victorious and they established the People's Republic of China (PRC) in 01 October 1949. In 14 February 1950, the Chinese signed an alliance treaty with the Soviet Union, which allowed the Soviet Union to support China economically and militarily, leading to many money loans and arms trade. One of the weapons given in arms trade was the Soviet's new main battle tank, the [[T-54 (1951)|T-54]]. The tank became the basis of the Soviet's aid in building up China's tank manufacturing facility in 1956, starting with Soviet-made parts before transitioning to Chinese parts. The T-54 tank design was then accepted into the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in 1959 as the ''Type 59''.

While accepted as the main tank of the PLA, the Type 59 was deemed too heavy for some of the terrain and infrastructure on China. A light tank design was requested in the late 1950s, leading to the formal development process in 1958. The first prototype was produced in 1960 as the ''Type 59-16'', which was essentially a down-scaled Type 59 with an 85 mm armament, thinner armour, and smaller profile. Trials commenced until December 1962, when it was accepted as the '''Type 62''', production name ''WZ 131''. It was then put into production in 1963 with roughly 1,393 tank units produced until 1989.

===Combat usage===
The Type 62 light tank was primarily stationed with military units in Southern China where the infrastructure is not as sophisticated. However, the Type 62 would not see its first usage in Chinese hands. A number of them was supplied to the North Vietnamese Army during the Vietnam War, which they used against America and South Vietnam until the end of the war in 1975. The Type 62 then saw use again in 1979 in Vietnam, but mostly in Chinese hands in the Sino-Vietnamese War. However, the Type 62 suffered due to anti-tank weapons such as the ubiquitous rocket launchers penetrating right through the thin armour. The overall consensus of their experiences in Vietnam was that the Type 62 not suitable to act around as a normal tank due to its light armour and armament, and was relegated to recon and fire support.

An upgrade program commenced on the Type 62 led to the ''Type 62-I'' variant. The program was based on the experiences in Vietnam, leading to many upgrades such as a laser range finder, a shield for the exterior-mounted 12.7 mm machine gun, and protection against HEAT rounds. The second modernization program began in 2000 to upgrade the Type 62-I into Type 62G which improved the armour layout and turret design of the tank, as well as adding smoke dischargers and a new 105 mm main armament with a modern stabilizer and fire-control system. The Type 62 stayed in the Chinese service up until early 2013.

The Type 62 also saw exportation to many countries, ranging from Albania, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Congo, Mali, Sudan, Tanzania, Thailand, North Korea, and Zaire. In some cases, such as in North Korea, this led to confusions between the Soviet's [[T-62]] main battle tank due to the labeling of the Type 62 as simply "T-62". Information of the Type 62 in these countries are rather limited or unknown, though most of them seem to still have them in reserves today.

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=ussr_type_62 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

;Videos
{{Youtube-gallery|9vNN4XEnm7M|'''My Favourite Rank 4 USSR Tank - Type 62 (RB Gameplay)''' - ''CyberDeath Gaming''|4IT29C1LK30|'''Type 62 (USSR) - The First Seconds''' - ''Napalmratte''}}

== See also ==


;Vehicles equipped with the same chassis

* [[Type 62]]

== External links ==


* [[wikipedia:Type_62|[Wikipedia] Type 62]]

{{TankManufacturer Norinco}}
{{USSR light tanks}}
{{Winter Event}}

Type 62

2024-06-03T01:09:33Z

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{{About
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| usage = the Soviet version
| link = Type 62 (USSR)
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== Description ==

The '''Type 62 light tank (62式轻坦)''', developed and produced by China North Industries Corporation, is a Chinese light tank developed in the early 1960s that is based on the Chinese [[Type 59|Type 59 medium tank]] with a reduced main gun calibre, lighter armour, and a smaller suite of electronics and other equipment designed to reduce weight. The Chinese Type 62 tank was conceptualized in 1958, finalized in 1962, and put into production and service in 1963. It is primarily utilized by armoured divisions in China's southern region, where the environment is rocky and mountainous. The Type 63 light tank is mainly used for critical tasks such as reconnaissance, infantry support, and combat against enemy lightly armoured vehicles. The Type 62 light tank has a total combat weight of 21 tons and can withstand most machine guns and close-blast shell fragments. A total of around 1,500 tanks had been constructed by the time production ceased in 1989.

Introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]], the Type 62 light tank is the downsized version of the heavier Type 59 medium tank. The Type 62 light tank, armed with the 85 mm Type 63 tank gun and an extensive inventory of ammunition, can easily engage any enemy vehicle from any distance. The Type 62 light tank is low-profile and nimble, making it ideal for maps with dense vegetation and rugged terrain. This allows the player to get into areas that are not normally expected by the opposing side and prepare a dedicated ambush.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


The Type 62's armour is very light for its rank and should not be relied upon against any serious anti-tank fire. Frontal protection is generally sufficient to resist heavy machine guns and possibly smaller autocannons that would have destroyed the previous [[Type 63-I|Type 63]], but this is not quite the case for the side, rear, and roof armour. Any actual tank cannon will pass right through and the armour is thick enough to trigger the fuses of APHE rounds. The Type 62's best defence is not being seen. That said, enemy aircraft armed with machine guns or cannons will have to put some work into destroying it from above, so compared to other light tanks it is quite decent.

The crew layout is essentially the same as the Type 59/T-54, but the tank is so cramped that any penetrating shot is very likely to knock out multiple crew members or potentially the entire tank.

'''Armour type:'''

* Rolled homogeneous armour (Hull, Turret roof)
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 35 mm (57°) ''Front glacis'' 25 mm (50°) ''Lower glacis'' || 25 mm || 15 mm (7-52°) || 20 mm ''Front'' 15 mm ''Engine deck'' 5 mm ''Engine grille''
|-
| Turret || 50 mm (9-59°) ''Turret front'' 50 mm (2-66°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 35 mm (11-44°) || 32 mm (11-46°) || 20 mm
|-
| Cupola || 30 mm || 30 mm || 30 mm || 20 mmm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels are 20 mm thick while tracks are 15 mm thick.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}


{{tankMobility|abMinHp=666|rbMinHp=380}}

The Type 62's mobility is fairly good. It has a good power-to-weight ratio, allowing it to accelerate quickly. The reverse speed of -8 km/h in Realistic Battles is worse than some other light tanks like the [[M41A1]] or especially the [[Ru 251]], but it is good by Soviet/Chinese standards. It lacks neutral steering and the hull traverse is not decent.

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

The Type 62 uses the same cannon as the Type 63 with good optics (3.5-7.0x zoom), but the gun depression is still poor, only -5 degrees. The elephant in the room is the very poor turret rotation speed, which unfortunately has not been improved. Be sure to keep the turret pointed towards likely enemy locations and use the hull traverse when needed.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 9.52 || 13.18 || 16.00 || 17.69 || 18.82 || rowspan="2" | 9.62 || rowspan="2" | 8.51 || rowspan="2" | 7.84 || rowspan="2" | 7.40
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.95 || 7.00 || 8.50 || 9.40 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
The Type 62 has the same ammunition selection as the Type 63. Two APHE shells are available. The stock Type 56 APBC round has low penetration for its rank, but this is compensated by its excellent slope modifiers and high explosive mass. It penetrates other light tanks easily and is the best round to use when flanking. The Type 56 APCBC round has about 30 mm of extra penetration with less than half the TNT equivalent; while this is not a bad tradeoff, in practice it does not frontally penetrate many vehicles that the Type 56 APBC round cannot, and when flanking the lower post-penetration damage is a big drawback. Using one or the other is mostly up to personal taste, though it does not hurt to bring some of both.

The Type 56 HEAT-FS shell is the most powerful option available to the Type 62, and thankfully it can be unlocked as a Tier 2 modification. 300 mm of flat penetration at any distance with good velocity and angled performance is no joke, capable of nullifying the armour of many heavy tanks. It boasts more TNT equivalent than the HE shell, making it dangerous to lightly armoured targets like the [[Ru 251]] or the [[T92]]. The main drawbacks are the mediocre post-penetration damage and the tendency to bounce against heavily sloped armour, so aim carefully for important crew members, modules, and ammo racks.

The Type 56 HVAP shell has high velocity and better flat penetration than the APHE rounds, but as with other shells of its class, the angled performance and post-penetration damage are awful. It does not have much utility on the Type 62 since both it and the HEATFS are Tier 2 modifications; since the HEATFS is superior for all practical purposes, it makes sense to grind that out first, at which point the APCR is obsolete.

The stock Type 56 HE shell is very weak and should be avoided. It is not even strong enough to damage light vehicles reliably and the HEATFS is better in all aspects.

{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HVAP, Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 45 ''(+2)'' || 37 ''(+10)'' || 31 ''(+16)'' || 23 ''(+24)'' || 21 ''(+26)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Note''':

* Turret empty: 37 ''(+10)'' shells

The Type 62 has poor enough survivability that taking a significant ammo load does not have many negative effects. Emptying out the turret by taking 37 rounds or fewer may increase survivability slightly against targets using APDS or solid shot rounds since it is less likely that a turret penetration will knock out more than 1-2 crew members.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|3}}

{{main|Type 54 (12.7 mm)|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm Type 54]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Pintle || 500 (50) || 600 || -4°/+82° || ±180°
|-
|}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

The pintle-mounted Type 54 is a nifty tool for mowing down lightly armoured vehicles, destroying fences and bushes that get in the way of HEATFS rounds, and discouraging enemy fighters that may try to strafe the Type 62. Remember that it has a limited belt capacity of only 50 rounds and the depression is very poor. It is controlled by the loader as opposed to the commander, so it remains operational even if one crew member is lost.

== Usage in battles ==


With its excellent mobility, the Type 62 is great for getting from point to point and setting up ambushes. Avoid getting seen and stick close to concealment and cover. However it is important to note that the reload rate is around the same or even slower than most enemy tanks, so making your first shot count is always going to determine whether you survive the engagement or not. Aiming for the turret or ammo racks of the enemy are great options, as they usually ensure ammo rack detonations or that the enemy won't be able to fire back at you if not. Always have a backup plan in case your shot does not disable the enemy in one hit, which will typically mean moving to cover immediately and waiting for the target to be distracted. If you need to retreat, the Type 62 now has access to barrel-type smoke grenades seen on the [[ZTZ59A]] and several Soviet tanks, which should allow you to safely turn around and leave the area.

Also note that going on rough terrain and over piles of rubble is not recommended while at risk of being shot at by the enemy, as the gun takes a very long time to adjust in the vertical. With the the HEATFS shell, staying at range is also possible, as it is much easier for you to hide your tank from the enemy while not losing accuracy and penetration of the HEATFS shell. The good optics are helpful for this HEAT-slinging strategy, but be wary of sniper duels with other light tanks. The Type 62 does not have high-velocity APDS and a quick reload like the [[T92]] and the [[Ru 251]] boasts superior optics and a better muzzle velocity for its own HEATFS. These two targets are vulnerable to HEAT rounds and a single successful hit can put them out of commission. The M41 Walker Bulldog used by the [[M41A1|USA]], [[M41A1 (Japan)|Japan]], and [[LeKPz M41|Germany]] has excellent optics, APDS, and quick reloading, but suffers from a large profile and a bouncy suspension. Using the Type 56 APBC round against it usually results in an easy one-shot kill.

The hardest tanks to destroy in the Type 62 are large heavy tanks like the T29 and Tiger II (H), as APHEBC and APCBC shells cannot penetrate these tanks from the front. When facing against these tanks, your best option is to get their ammo racks or turret crew from the side while they're busy dealing with your teammates, or, if they see you, quietly relocating and catching them unaware. With the HEATFS shell, it is possible to even penetrate the King Tiger's upper front plate if they underestimate you and don't angle their hull. Remember that these tanks tend to have their crew members and modules spaced out and it is very important to aim carefully with the HEATFS. A tank that has only suffered minor damage with full knowledge of the Type 62's location is very dangerous.

The Type 62 works best on large, fairly open maps where there are good sightlines. Enemies can be identified from a safe distance, there are often ridgelines or other gentle forms of cover that offer concealment and scouting opportunities, and it is less likely that an enemy will appear suddenly with little time to react. Small, cluttered maps can be painful since urban combat tends to involve enemies suddenly appearing on flanks or around corners, and the Type 62's bad gun handling makes surprise encounters difficult.

The Type 62 has a notable learning curve and it may take a while to adjust to both using the gun and figuring out the best combat tactics. It requires good map knowledge and situational awareness to spot enemies ahead of time and find good hiding and ambush spots. Good shot placement is required with the HEATFS rounds and it will take some practice to grow accustomed to the higher zoom and learn the location of ammo racks and other critical modules for enemy tanks. Once mastered, the Type 62 can offer valuable scouting information to teammates and take out targets opportunistically, either up close or from across the map.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''

* Good acceleration, can reach fast travel speed quickly
* Small profile, easier to hide compared to the Type 63.
* Commonly mistaken for more heavily armoured tanks such as the T-54 or the Type 59
* Better frontal protection than the Type 63, cannot be machine-gunned to death from the front
* Access to Type 56 HEAT-FS round capable of penetrating 300 mm of armour, lethal against even heavy tanks
* APHEBC shells are great for side shots, can one-shot most tanks at their rank
* Pintle-mounted 12.7 mm MG can be used for fending off aircraft or light vehicles
* Decent ammo reserve for its size, 47 shells
* Good optics, up to 7.0x zoom
* Earliest PRC tank with smoke grenades

'''Cons:'''

* Poor gun handling, turret rotation and elevation speeds are sluggish
* Thin armour, low crew survivability
* Somewhat slow reload
* Bad gun depression
* Reverse speed could be better

== History ==

===Development===
After World War II, China stayed in a state of conflict as part of the Chinese Civil War, pitting the Chinese Nationalists against the Communists. The Communist Party were victorious and they established the People's Republic of China (PRC) on 01 October 1949. On 14 February 1950, the Chinese signed an alliance treaty with the Soviet Union, which allowed the Soviet Union to support China economically and militarily, leading to many money loans and arms trade. One of the weapons given in the arms trade was the Soviet's new main battle tank, the T-54. The tank became the basis of the Soviet's aid in building up China's tank manufacturing facility in 1956, starting with Soviet-made parts before transitioning to Chinese parts. The T-54 tank design was then accepted into the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in 1959 as the [[Type 59]].

While accepted as the main tank of the PLA, the Type 59 was deemed too heavy for some of the terrain and infrastructure in China. A light tank design was requested in the late 1950s, leading to the formal development process in 1958. The first prototype was produced in 1960 as the Type 59-16, which was essentially a down-scaled Type 59 with an 85 mm armament, thinner armour, and smaller profile. Trials commenced in December 1962, when it was accepted as the Type 62, production name WZ 131. It was then put into production in 1963 with roughly 1,393 tank units produced until 1989.

===Combat Usage===
The Type 62 light tank was primarily stationed with military units in Southern China where the infrastructure is not as sophisticated. However, the Type 62 would not see its first usage in Chinese hands. A number of them were supplied to the North Vietnamese Army during the Vietnam War, which they used against America and South Vietnam until the end of the war in 1975. The Type 62 then saw use again in 1979 in Vietnam, but mostly in Chinese hands in the Sino-Vietnamese War. However, the Type 62 suffered due to anti-tank weapons such as the ubiquitous rocket launchers penetrating right through the thin armour. The overall consensus of their experiences in Vietnam was that the Type 62 not suitable to act around as a normal tank due to its light armour and armament, and was relegated to recon and fire support.

An upgrade program commenced on the Type 62 led to the Type 62-I variant. The program was based on experiences in Vietnam, leading to many upgrades such as a laser range finder, a shield for the exterior-mounted 12.7 mm machine gun, and protection against HEAT rounds. The second modernization program began in 2000 to upgrade the Type 62-I into Type 62G which improved the armour layout and turret design of the tank, as well as adding smoke dischargers and a new 105 mm main armament with a modern stabilizer and fire-control system. The Type 62 stayed in the Chinese service up until early 2013.

The Type 62 also saw exportation to many countries, ranging from Albania, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Congo, Mali, Sudan, Tanzania, Thailand, North Korea, and Zaire. In some cases, such as in North Korea, this led to confusion about the Soviet's T-62 main battle tank due to the labelling of the Type 62 as simply "T-62". Information on the Type 62 in these countries is rather limited or unknown, though most of them seem to still have them in reserves today.

== Media ==


;Skins

* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=cn_type_62 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

;Videos
{{Youtube-gallery|x9j_vkktERY|'''The {{PAGENAME}} Is Hard - First Impression''' - ''RedFang''}}

== See also ==


;Vehicles equipped with the same chassis

* [[Type 62 (USSR)]]

== External links ==


* [[wikipedia:Type_62|[Wikipedia] Type 62]]

{{TankManufacturer Norinco}}
{{China light tanks}}

Type 63

2024-06-03T01:08:16Z

U36070063:

{{Specs-Card
|code=cn_type_63_I
|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
}}

== Description ==

The '''Type 63 amphibious tank (63式水陆坦克)''', the first variant of the Type 63 amphibious tank family, was China's first generation of amphibious tanks, based on the Soviet [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]] and developed and built by China North Industries Corporation. In 1950, China purchased some PT-76 amphibious tanks from the Soviet Union. Using the PT-76 as a guide, China began the development of its own amphibious tank. In 1959, factories code-named 201 and 617 developed initial prototypes that replicated the PT-76, and a small number of prototypes were delivered to the Chinese People's Liberation Army for trial in 1960. Improvements were made in response to problems discovered during trial production and testing, and the design was finalized in March 1963. It was given the designation Type 63 amphibious tank and went into full production. The Type 63 amphibious tank first saw service in 1964 and was sent to North Vietnam for deployment throughout the Vietnam War. It also saw limited action in the 1979 Sino-Vietnamese War.

Introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]], the Type 63 is the first domestic Chinese amphibious tank based on the Soviet-produced PT-76 amphibious light tank. The Type 63, which uses the same turret as the [[Type 62]], possesses significantly greater firepower than its Soviet counterpart. Despite its lack of armour, the Type 63 amphibious tank is equipped with HEAT-FS, which can penetrate 300 mm of armour. However, it lacks the two-plane stabilizer featured in later PT-76 variants, making accurate fire while moving difficult.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}


'''Armour type:'''
* Rolled homogeneous armour
* Cast homogeneous armour (Turret front/sides, Gun mantlet)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 11 mm (82°) ''Upper glacis'' 14 mm (42°) ''Lower glacis'' || 13 mm ''Top'' 10 mm ''Bottom'' || 10 mm (1°) ''Top'' 10 mm (62°) ''Bottom'' || 10 mm
|-
| Turret || 11 mm (15-58°) ''Turret front'' 15 mm (10-69°) ''Gun mantlet'' || 11 mm (17-58°) || 11 mm (10-48°) || 10 mm
|-
| Cupola || 10 mm || 10 mm || 10 mm || 10 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels are 10 mm thick.
* Tracks are 15 mm thick.

The Type 63's armour is no better than the PT-76 and should not be relied upon against any incoming fire. Even heavy machine guns and autocannons pose a serious threat to this vehicle; the turret has only 11 mm of cast steel for example and can be easily penetrated by the M2 Browning commonly mounted on US tanks. SPAAs and aircraft will rip the tank to shreds. In general, avoid being spotted and stay close to cover. Placing bushes on the front and top of the tank to delay recognition by enemies, even for a second or two, can help considerably.

The Type 63 is vulnerable to overpressure damage. Chemical shells (HEAT, HEAT-FS, HE) of at least decent size will trigger it consistently. Kinetic shells tend to be less threatening; generally speaking, APHE rounds will only fuse if fired through the lower glacis, which has exactly enough armour to trigger the common 14 mm fuse sensitivity. The thinly armoured turret will not fuse most APHE rounds and it is possible for a [[Tiger II (P)]]'s fearsome PzGr 39/42 to pass through a turret cheek and only take one to two crew members with it.

The crew of 4 is better than the 3 in the PT-76, but the additional crew member resides in the crowded turret and the benefits to survivability are marginal.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}

{{tankMobility|abMinHp=620|rbMinHp=354}}
The {{PAGENAME}} sees a decent improvement in mobility compared to the previously preceding [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]], however, it's essentially identical to the [[Object 211]]. This makes this tank very attractive for flanking or early-game rushing. The {{PAGENAME}} is also good for hill-climbing and can reach some nifty positions on some maps. The mobility lags slightly behind some contemporary tanks like the [[M41A1|M41 Walker Bulldog]] and wheeled Italian vehicles are much faster on roads. It will still handily outrun medium and heavy tanks. The reverse speed of about 8 km/h is a slight improvement over the [[T-34-85 (S-53) (China)|T-34-85 (S-53)]] but by no means lightning-quick. If using shoot-and-scoot tactics, start backing into cover as soon as possible after firing a shot.

As an amphibious vehicle, the Type 63 will not drown in water and can swim across rivers or lakes at 11.7 km/h. However, the lack of a gun stabilizer makes firing while on water very difficult. Avoid driving on water for more than short crossings if enemies are likely to see you, as it will be nearly impossible to defend yourself.

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}
The Type 63's stock grind is less painful than the PT-76 since it has a decent gun with usable ammunition from the start. But the tank does not have much going for it over a T-34-85 until the Type 56 HEAT-FS, a Tier IV modification, is researched. Try focusing on the firepower modifications after Parts are unlocked, as the vehicle's stock mobility is not bad. Adjustment of Fire is very important since the Type 63's long reload does not give it much leeway if one's shot misses. Once the HEAT-FS is unlocked, the grind becomes significantly easier since the tank is now capable of harming enemies frontally from any distance, making assists much easier to come by and reducing its reliance on flanking.

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

The Type 63 cannon is also used by the Type 62 and early Obj. 211. This means that it has the same sluggish reload as the PT-76 despite having a dedicated loader. The gun handling is poor all-round, with the gun rotation, elevation, and depression speeds all being lower than the PT-76. This can be a pain when using the Type 63 aggressively; unfortunately, the gun handling cannot keep up with the good mobility.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -4°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.10 || rowspan="2" | 8.05 || rowspan="2" | 7.42 || rowspan="2" | 7.00
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
Two APHE shells are available. The stock Type 56 APBC round has rather low penetration for its rank, but this is compensated by its excellent slope modifiers and high explosive mass. It penetrates other light tanks easily and is the best round to use when flanking. The Type 56 APCBC round has about 30 mm of extra penetration with less than half the TNT equivalent; while this is not a bad tradeoff, in practice it does not frontally penetrate many vehicles that the Type 56 APBC round cannot, and when flanking the lower post-penetration damage is a big drawback. Using one or the other is mostly up to personal taste, though it does not hurt to bring some of both.

The Type 56 HVAP shell has high velocity and better flat penetration than the APHE rounds, but as with other shells of its class, the angled performance and post-penetration damage are awful. It is best used as an interim shell before the HEAT-FS is unlocked; in emergencies it can penetrate the turret face of the [[Tiger II (H)]] at close range.

The Type 56 HEAT-FS shell is the most powerful option available to the Type 63 and is very strong for its rank. 300 mm of flat penetration at any distance with good velocity and angled performance is no joke, capable of nullifying the armour of many heavy tanks. The main rival at the battle rating of 6.3 is the [[ST-A1]]'s 90 mm HEAT-FS with 305 mm of flat penetration. It boasts more TNT equivalent than the HE shell, making it dangerous to lightly armoured targets like the common [[M18 GMC|M18 Hellcat]] that are vulnerable to overpressure. The main drawbacks are the mediocre post-penetration damage and the tendency to bounce against heavily sloped armour, so aim carefully for important crew members, modules, and ammo racks.

The Type 56 HE shell is very weak and should be avoided because the HEAT-FS is better in all aspects.

{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HVAP, Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! 7th rack empty
! 8th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 42 ''(+5)'' || 36 ''(+11)'' || 30 ''(+17)'' || 24 ''(+23)'' || 15 ''(+32)'' || 11 ''(+36)'' || 7 ''(+40)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || Yes
|-
|}
'''Note''':

* Ammo rack #1 is in the back of the turret basket and will rotate with the turret.

The poor protection of the Type 63 means that taking less ammunition will not improve post-penetration survivability by much. Taking 30 rounds or less will empty the ammo racks in the back of the fighting compartment and turret basket, so solid projectiles entering the front right of the vehicle might pass through and hit only the loader. This is mildly helpful against British tanks and M41s. If 30 rounds is not enough, a rare occurrence, it's fine to take more.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}

{{main|Type 59 (7.62 mm)}}

The Type 63 has a coaxial 7.62 Type 59 machine gun. It is useful for spotting targets on the map but little else. The Type 59 machine gun is the Chinese variant of the Soviet SGMT, which enjoy a much larger magazine and better rate of fire than the typical WWII-era DT machine gun, which helps to clear fences and bushes that might prematurely detonate the HEAT-FS round. The lack of a pintle-mounted heavy machine gun makes it difficult to ward off aircraft or gun down light vehicles like armoured cars.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm Type 59]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 2,000 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==


The Type 63 is best used in a way that avoids direct exposure to enemy fire and gives you time to set up shots and ambushes. Running straight into battle or rushing cap points may not end well. Flanking is a recommended method as this gives you the time you desperately need due to slow turret rotation and reloading. It also gives you chances to shoot at enemy side armour, which is the only way to penetrate heavier enemies if you use conventional shells. When flanking, avoid driving in the open if possible and keep an eye out for other light vehicles. Some of them, like armoured cars and Hellcats, can be overpressured by the HEAT-FS round on occasion, while others like the [[M41A1|M41 Walker Bulldog]] used by several nations cannot and are best dispatched with the APHE rounds. Once a good position is reached, stay close to cover and be sure to hide when reloading.

The long reload makes selecting the right ammunition type for the situation very important. Otherwise, switching to the correct round could take up to 11 seconds, enough for an enemy to retreat or return fire. It is better to keep HEAT-FS loaded when entering an engagement if enemy types are unknown; any target that the HEAT-FS cannot overpressure can still be disabled with a careful shot to the gunner/driver/gun breech, and APHE can be used to finish crippled targets off. On the other hand, the first speedy enemies to appear at the start of a match are probably soft enough to destroy with APHE. Try to reload while in cover.

Like many domestic PRC tanks, the Type 63's gun handling is quite awful, so predict where enemies are likely to appear and always be on the lookout for potential ambushes or flankers. If your aim must be shifted rapidly, turn the hull as well as the turret. Though it lacks neutral steering, the hull traverse is quite good. Avoid trying to take down or harass aircraft unless they are bold enough to fly directly at you and escaping to cover is impossible.

Ground targets to watch out for include the infamous [[R3 T20 FA-HS]], whose extreme mobility and rapid-fire autocannon are the bane of the Type 63's bad gun handling and armour, and the [[Ru 251]], which also has incredible speed and can overpressure the Type 63 with its chemical rounds.

Besides flanking, another tactic is to use the HEAT-FS shells for long-range sniping. The HEAT-FS does not lose accuracy nor penetration at range, giving you the full 300 mm penetration on each hit. Shooting and relocating are advisable because if an enemy manages to be within range of you, they will only need one shot to take you out. Stay hidden or retreat if an enemy is looking in your direction and ready to fire, as the Type 63 does not have the gun handling or armour necessary to peek effectively. Keep an eye on the sky and switch positions after a few kills, as it is very likely that planes and artillery will be on their way to seek revenge. Virtually any aircraft can dispatch the Type 63, even those lacking bombs or rockets.

Remember to constantly mark enemies with scouting. Besides helping your team and gaining assists for yourself, it allows teammates to mop up targets that you have crippled but are unwilling or unable to finish off. The reduction in aircraft spawn cost is also valuable due to the Type 63's fragility. If a good early-game run with the tank is terminated, it should be easy to pull out a suitable CAS aircraft like the [[Tu-2S-44 (China)|Tu-2]] or counter-CAS aircraft like the [[La-9 (China)|La-9]] to exact revenge while leaving points in reserve for later spawns.

=== Pros and cons ===


'''Pros:'''
* Same 85 mm gun as the [[Type 62]], more powerful and much less frustrating to use than the now hidden [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]]
* HEAT-FS penetrates up to 300 mm of armour, excellent for the battle rating and is a huge improvement over the Obj. 211
* Good gun optics with 3.5-7x zoom
* 4 crew members
* Improved mobility from the formerly preceding PT-76
* Can scout and assist with repairs
* Amphibious

'''Cons:'''
* No stabilizer, firing on the move or water is difficult
* Very thin armour, vulnerable to overpressure damage
* Poor gun handling
* Slow turret traverse
* Slow reload, especially for a light tank
* No night vision devices
* No sources of smoke
* Larger profile than the PT-76 family

== History ==


The Soviet Union delivered [[PT-76 (China) |PT-76]] tanks to the People's Republic of China in the 1950s. Their lightweight and amphibious capability was appreciated by the PLA, and in 1958 an order was placed for the development of an indigenous vehicle in the same vein. Initially, a copy of the PT-76 called the Type 60 was made, but unsatisfactory performance and reliability issues prompted a redesign. The new design was finalized in 1963 and entered service as the Type 63 light tank, not to be confused with the Type 63 armoured personnel carrier that served as a basis for the [[ZSD63]]. While resembling the PT-76, the Type 63 tanks featured notable differences, such as a new engine, a relocated driver's station, and a new turret with an 85 mm gun. Overall dimensions were slightly enlarged for extra flotation. The Type 63 was intended for use in the wet and muddy terrain of southern China and also for seaborne assaults - many were stationed on the southern coast, across the strait from Taiwan.

'''Type 63''' has a V12 12150-L2 engine developing about 400 hp. Additional upgrades were developed over the years. The later Type 63 variant from the 1970s added a laser rangefinder and night vision equipment. The 63HG variant from the 1990s had a boat-like hull with a rounded nose and a modified turret with a 105 mm gun. In the late 1990s, the ultimate Type 63A variant entered service. It featured a new welded turret with improved protection, a 105 mm gun, modern fire control systems, and a further redesigned hull.

The Type 63 was exported to several countries, including Myanmar, Albania, and Vietnam. It remains in use with several of them today. The Type 63A, which is a modification of the Type 63 with a 105 mm gun and improved armour, still serves with the PLA today, however, it is being gradually replaced by the larger and more advanced ZTD-05 amphibious assault vehicle.

== Media ==


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;Images
<gallery mode="packed-hover" heights="200">
File:Type_63_Taken-at-WMoK-2024-02-02.jpg|Type 63 on display at the War Memorial of Korea
File:Type 63 Side View Taken at WMoK 2024-01-31.jpg|Type 63 side view at the War Memorial of Korea
</gallery>

== See also ==


* [[PT-76B]]
* [[PT-76 (China)]]

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''

* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

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Object 211

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{{Specs-Card
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== Description ==

The '''Object 211''' is a prototype designed by the Chinese People's Liberation Army in the late 1950s to produce an effective amphibious tank. By 1957, the structure of the Chinese People's Liberation Army had been revised, and the Chinese Marines were integrated into the Chinese Army. The southeast coastal areas remained unstable as the Chinese Nationalist Army in Taiwan, led by the Kuomintang, has not abandoned the goal of "counterattacking the mainland." Since Southern China is mountainous and has a lot of rice fields with water networks and rivers, it was considered that medium and heavy tanks would be unsuitable and amphibious vehicles would play an indispensable role during defence. In July 1958, a development code called "Project 211" was assigned, and China purchased the Soviet Union's [[PT-76 (Family)|PT-76]] amphibious tank to acquire the technologies. The program initially encountered various challenges due to the Chinese tank industry's inadequate technologies at the time, primarily as a result of World War II and the Civil War. Nonetheless, by the early 1960s, the program had proven to be a success, and it was ready for production as the [[Type 63|Type 63 amphibious light tank]]. The model in-game represented the 4th prototype with new Type 63 85 mm cannon now displayed at Block 4 of family housings at Institute 201 (aka China North Vehicle Research Institute, 中国北车研究所).

Introduced in [[Update "La Royale"]], Object 211 is a unique tank that can provide players with significant insights into the Chinese tank development philosophies that were influenced by the Soviet Union during the late 1950s. Due to the diversity of landscapes in China at the time, several tank designs were needed to effectively defend the mainland against potential adversaries. Since the prototype was intended to be amphibious, it was lightly armoured and offered low protection only against light machine guns and artillery shrapnel. However, due to its low profile and high speed, Object 211 will give players the advantage of taking strategic areas early in the battle. The 85 mm Type 63 tank gun has excellent firepower and can readily engage and dispatch adversaries with a single well-placed shot.

== General info ==
=== Survivability and armour ===
{{Specs-Tank-Armour}}

''Describe armour protection. Note the most well protected and key weak areas. Appreciate the layout of modules as well as the number and location of crew members. Is the level of armour protection sufficient, is the placement of modules helpful for survival in combat? If necessary use a visual template to indicate the most secure and weak zones of the armour.''

'''Armour type:'''

* Rolled homogeneous armour (hull)
* Cast homogeneous armour (turret)

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Armour !! Front (Slope angle) !! Sides !! Rear !! Roof
|-
| Hull || 10 mm (82°) ''UFP'' 15 mm (45°) ''LFP'' || 10 mm || 8 mm || 80 mm
|-
| Turret || 20 mm ''Turret front'' 50 mm ''Gun mantlet'' || 20 mm || 20 mm|| 8 mm
|-
| Cupola || 8 mm || 8 mm || 8 mm || 8 mm
|-
|}
'''Notes:'''

* Suspension wheels are 20 mm thick, tracks are 30 mm thick, and torsion bars are 60 mm thick.

=== Mobility ===
{{Specs-Tank-Mobility}}

Like its in-service cousin Type 63, the tank is also equipped with the same 12150L-2 V12 diesel engine which has max output at 400 hp and could travels up to 64 km/h on road or at 11 km/h while on water; a major improvement from its Soviet counterpart PT-76. Making it a fast and nimble tank to hit vantage points.

{{tankMobility|abMinHp=620|rbMinHp=354}}

=== Modifications and economy ===
{{Specs-Economy}}

== Armaments ==
{{Specs-Tank-Armaments}}
=== Main armament ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|1}}

{{main|Type 63 (85 mm)}}

After previous domestic 76 mm was proved unviable in the 1960s and was rather unreliable, while the other prototype with ZIS-S-53 has high recoil to the chassis on water, Chinese engineers eventually opted for the new 85 mm cannon for Object 211. Previous players of Type 62 and 63 will be very familiar to its performance minus the HEAT or even APFSDS rounds; while new players will certainly enjoy the 85 mm gun that packs a punch and a magnification at up to 7x, they will have to be extra careful with the slow turret traverse speed.

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[Type 63 (85 mm)|85 mm Type 63]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
|-
! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
|-
! ''Arcade''
| rowspan="2" | 47 || rowspan="2" | -4°/+22° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | - || 9.5 || 13.2 || 16.0 || 17.7 || 18.8 || rowspan="2" | 9.62 || rowspan="2" | 8.51 || rowspan="2" | 7.84 || rowspan="2" | 7.40
|-
! ''Realistic''
| 5.9 || 7.0 || 8.5 || 9.4 || 10.0
|-
|}

==== Ammunition ====
{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HE}}

==== [[Ammo racks]] ====
[[File:Ammoracks_{{PAGENAME}}.png|right|thumb|x250px|[[Ammo racks]] of the {{PAGENAME}}]]

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
|-
! Full ammo
! 1st rack empty
! 2nd rack empty
! 3rd rack empty
! 4th rack empty
! 5th rack empty
! 6th rack empty
! Visual discrepancy
|-
| '''47''' || 39 ''(+8)'' || 33 ''(+14)'' || 25 ''(+22)'' || 16 ''(+31)'' || 7 ''(+40)'' || 1 ''(+46)'' || No
|-
|}
'''Notes''':

* Shells are modeled individually and disappear after having been shot or loaded.
* Rack 6 is a first stage ammo rack. It totals 6 shells and gets filled first when loading up the tank.
* This rack is also emptied early: the rack depletion order at full capacity is: 6 - 1 - 2 - etc. until 5.
* Not firing when the gun is loaded will move ammo from racks 1-5 into rack 6. Firing will interrupt the restocking of the ready rack.

=== Machine guns ===
{{Specs-Tank-Weapon|2}}

{{main|SGMT (7.62 mm)}}

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="50%"
|-
! colspan="5" | [[SGMT (7.62 mm)|7.62 mm SGMT]]
|-
! Mount !! Capacity (Belt) !! Fire rate !! Vertical !! Horizontal
|-
| Coaxial || 3,250 (250) || 600 || - || -
|-
|}

== Usage in battles ==

As the project number and its design suggests, Object 211 is what set the foundations for the ZTS63 family which was PLA's weapon of choice when crossing battlefields with extensive water networks. As there was no need for an amphibious tank with crew compartments, the overall size could be further shrunken to an even small size. The turret design be reminiscent of the Type 62's oval shape turret, but the Object 211's is even smaller: enemy tanks very unlikely to find the 211 while hiding in vegetation. The size and function also means that the protection will not be anywhere near normal non-amphibious light tanks: the overall protection is only rated for .50 calibre at most, skirt heated frontlines and avoid any vehicles with autocannons at all costs as the 211 will meet its end rather quickly. Be sure to keep the crew alive as much as possible, since it has a 3 men crew rather than 4 in Type 62 or 63; although it is more likely that the Object will be knocked out by enemy shells right away, any reduction on crew also further lowers its combat capability. The major problem goes to the turret traverse, this turret with a 85 mm cannon turns extremely slowly, so be prepared to turn the turret beforehand for maximum reaction time.

Once players have clear information on these flaws, they can now utilize the tank like most other light tanks around its tier: be sneaky and hit enemies from the sides. While the tank doesn't have the highest depression angle among light tanks, it has an ace up its sleeve - its 85 mm gun. While it doesn't have access to BR-365P, BR-367 has even higher penetration at 164 mm point-blank; sharing the same ballistic performance to the T-34 S-53, players using PLAGF tanks will soon get on hand with the cannon. In most cases, the explosive content is more than enough to disable even the most heavy tanks at its tier, if not knocking them out right away. Since the gun itself doesn't have the highest penetration and lacks the capability to face enemies up front, taking the sides is always a good idea to at least harass the enemies if not bringing devastation from the flanks. Use the terrain to compensate for the lack of depression angle if needed as it has only -4°. If sometimes the map doesn't have the required room for manoeuvre or enemies have already taken vantage points while there are some water bodies, the Object 211 has another card on hand: being amphibious. Be sure to learn the map beforehand and find any possible points to go back onto land. Due to the lack of a stabilizer, it is not a good idea taking it as a gunboat on water as the gun will vibrate. If it happens that another PT-76B is taking the same route, the 211 will have a hard time fight back, using the high on-water speed is the key to navigate in water bodies as fast as possible.

=== Pros and cons ===

'''Pros:'''

* Devastating 85 mm cannon with high-end 85 mm APCBC
* Low profile
* Faster than most tracked light tanks at its tier
* Good optic magnification at 3.5x-7x
* Amphibious with high on-water speed at 11 km/h

'''Cons:'''

* Thin overall protection is not ideal, only rated to .50 machine guns
* Slow turret traverse speed
* Lacks APCR/HEAT for well-protected targets
* Relatively low reload time
* Rather low depression angle

== History ==

''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the vehicle in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''

== Media ==


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== See also ==


* [[PT-76 (China)|PT-76]] - The inspiration to Object 211 and future ZTS63 series
* ZTS63 family
** [[Type 63]] - The first variant of the family with revised turret design from prototype
** [[ZTS63]] - Post-1980 upgrade with LRF and access to APFSDS

== External links ==

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* ''topic on the official game forum;''
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Type-62-85-TC (85 mm)

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== Description ==
''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.''

=== Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===

* {{Specs-Link|cn_type_62}}
* {{Specs-Link|ussr_type_62}}
* {{Specs-Link|cn_type_63_I}}
* {{Specs-Link|cn_object_211}}
* {{Specs-Link|cn_zts_63_1980}}

== General info ==
''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.''

=== Available ammunition ===

{{notice|Not all ammunition listed is available on all vehicles equipped with this weapon.}}
{{:Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition|Type 56 APBC, Type 56 APCBC, Type 56 HVAP, Type 56 HEAT-FS, Type 56 HE, DJW85}}

=== Comparison with analogues ===
''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

== Usage in battles ==
''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''

=== Pros and cons ===
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the weaponry in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark pros and cons as a list.''

'''Pros:'''
*

'''Cons:'''
*

== History ==
''Examine the history of the creation and combat usage of the weapon in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the weapon and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Weapon-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>.''

== Media ==
''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''

== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
* ''reference to the article about the variant of the cannon/machine gun;''
* ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''

== External links ==
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Type 63 (85 mm)/Ammunition

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Type 86 (Disambiguation)

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Gregorian year 1986, '''Type 86''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank V===
* [[ZBD86]] - (Type 86 IFV)

==Armaments==
===Tank Guns===
* [[Type 86 (73 mm)]]
* [[PTP86 (100 mm)]] - (Type 86 100 mm Anti-Tank Gun)
===Machine Guns===
* [[Type 86 (7.62 mm)]]

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 86

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{{Navigation-First-Line|30 mm}}[[ZPL02 (30 mm)|ZPL02]]{{-}}[[ZPZ02 (30 mm)|ZPZ02]]

{{Navigation-Line|73 mm}}[[Type 86 (73 mm)|Type 86]]

{{Navigation-Line|76 mm}}[[M32K1 (76 mm)|M32K1]]

{{Navigation-Line|85 mm}}[[Type-62-85-TC (85 mm)|Type-62-85-TC]]{{-}}[[Type 63 (85 mm)|Type 63]]

{{Navigation-Line|100 mm}}[[PTP86 (100 mm)|PTP86]]{{-}}[[Type 59 (100 mm)|Type 59]]{{-}}[[Type 69 (100 mm)|Type 69]]{{-}}[[Type 69-II (100 mm)|Type 69-II]]{{-}}[[ZPL04 (100 mm)|ZPL04]]

{{Navigation-Line|105 mm}}[[Type 83 (105 mm)|Type 83]]{{-}}[[WMA301 (105 mm)|WMA301]]{{-}}[[ZPL94 (105 mm)|ZPL94]]{{-}}[[ZPL98A (105 mm)|ZPL98A]]

{{Navigation-Line|120 mm}}[[122TM (120 mm)|122TM]]{{-}}[[PTZ89 (120 mm)|PTZ89]]

{{Navigation-Line|125 mm}}[[Type 88C (125 mm)|Type 88C]]{{-}}[[Type 99A (125 mm)|Type 99A]]{{-}}[[ZPT98 (125 mm)|ZPT98]]

{{Navigation-Line|130 mm}}[[PL59A Gai (130 mm)|PL59A Gai]]

{{Navigation-Line|152 mm}}[[PL66 Gai (152 mm)|PL66 Gai]]

{{Navigation-First-Line|}}''Foreign:''

{{Navigation-Line|20 mm}}[[KwK30 (20 mm)|KwK30]] (Germany)

{{Navigation-Line|37 mm}}[[M6 (37 mm)|M6]] (USA)

{{Navigation-Line|45 mm}}[[20-K (45 mm)|20-K]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|47 mm}}[[Type 1 (47 mm)|Type 1]] (Japan)

{{Navigation-Line|57 mm}}[[Type 97 (57 mm)|Type 97]] (Japan){{-}}[[ZIS-2 (57 mm)|ZIS-2]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|75 mm}}[[M2 Howitzer (75 mm)|M2 Howitzer]] (USA){{-}}[[M3 (75 mm)|M3]] (USA){{-}}[[M6 (75 mm)|M6]] (USA)

{{Navigation-Line|76 mm}}[[D-56T (76 mm)|D-56T]] (USSR){{-}}[[F-34 (76 mm)|F-34]] (USSR){{-}}[[M1 (76 mm)|M1]] (USA){{-}}[[M7 (76 mm)|M7]] (USA){{-}}[[ZIS-3 (76 mm)|ZIS-3]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|85 mm}}[[ZIS-S-53 (85 mm)|ZIS-S-53]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|90 mm}}[[M3 (90 mm)|M3]] (USA){{-}}[[M41 (90 mm)|M41]] (USA)

{{Navigation-Line|100 mm}}[[D-10S (100 mm)|D-10S]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|105 mm}}[[M68 (105 mm)|M68]] (USA){{-}}[[M68A1 (105 mm)|M68A1]] (USA)

{{Navigation-Line|115 mm}}[[U-5TS (115 mm)|U-5TS]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|122 mm}}[[A-19 (122 mm)|A-19]] (USSR){{-}}[[D-25T (122 mm)|D-25T]] (USSR)

{{Navigation-Line|152 mm}}[[ML-20S (152 mm)|ML-20S]] (USSR)

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Type 86 (73 mm)/Ammunition

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== Description ==
''Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.''

=== Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===


* {{Specs-Link|cn_type_86}}

== General info ==
''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.''

=== Available ammunition ===

{{:{{PAGENAME}}/Ammunition|DYP-73, DYS-73}}

Both available rounds are Chinese versions of Soviet PG-9 and OG-9 rounds and thus have identical performance.

=== Comparison with analogues ===

Type 85 is a Chinese version of Soviet [[2A28 (73 mm)|2A28 ''Grom'']] cannon. The only difference is that Type 85 retains autoloader when "ZBD86 Late" modification is installed, while 2A28 loses it after BMP-1P modification.

== Usage in battles ==
''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''

=== Pros and cons ===
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the weaponry in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark pros and cons as a list.''

'''Pros:'''
*

'''Cons:'''
*

== History ==
''Examine the history of the creation and combat usage of the weapon in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the weapon and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Weapon-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>.''

== Media ==
''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''

== See also ==
''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
* ''reference to the article about the variant of the cannon/machine gun;''
* ''references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.''

== External links ==
''Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:''
* ''topic on the official game forum;''
* ''other literature.''

{{China tank cannons}}

[[Category:Tank cannons]]

Type 4 (Disambiguation)

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<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2604 (1944) or Gregorian year 2004, '''Type 4''' or '''Type 04''' may refer to:
=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Air Vehicles==
{{Main|Ki-67 (Family)|Ki-84 (Family)}}
===Rank III===
* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-67-I Ko|Ki-67-Ia]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 4 Heavy Bomber Model 1, Mod. 1)
** [[Ki-67-I otsu|Ki-67-Ib]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 4 Heavy Bomber Model 1, Mod. 2)
===Rank IV===

* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-84 ko|Ki-84-Ia]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 1)
** {{Specs-Link|ki_84_ko_china|␗Ki-84-Ia}} - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Chinese-captured Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 1)
** [[Ki-84 otsu|Ki-84-Ib]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 2)
** [[Ki-84 hei|Ki-84-Ic]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 3)

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank III===
* [[Chi-To|Type 4 Chi-To]]
* [[Chi-To Late|Type 4 Chi-To Late]]
==Naval Vehicles==
===Rank II===
* [[Type 4 (mod. 2)]]
* [[Type 4 (Mod 4)|Type 4 (mod. 4)]]
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[Type 4 (37 mm)]]
=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank VII===
* [[PGZ04A]] - (Type 04A Quadruple-Barrel 25 mm Tracked Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun)
* [[ZBD04A]] - (Type 04A Tracked Infantry Fighting Vehicle)
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[ZPL04 (100 mm)]] - (Type 04 100 mm Tank Gun)
[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 11 (Disambiguation)

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{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2582 (''Taishō 11'', 1922) or Gregorian year 2011, '''Type 11''' may refer to:
=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Naval Vehicles==
===Rank IV===
* [[PT-15]] - a PT-11-class torpedo boat, previously called Type 11

===Naval Guns===
* [[Type 11 pattern 1922 (37 mm)]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank VII==
* [[ZLT11]] - Type 11 Wheeled Armored Assault Vehicle

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 87 (Disambiguation)

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{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2587 (1927) or Gregorian year 1987, '''Type 87''' may refer to:

=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank V===
* [[Type 87|Type 87 AW]]
* [[Type 87 RCV (P)]]
* [[Type 87 RCV]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank IV===
* [[ZSD63/PG87]] (Type 63 Tracked Armored Personnel Carrier with Type 87 25 mm Anti-Aircraft Gun)
==Armaments==
===Tank Guns===
* [[PG87 (25 mm)]] (Type 87 25 mm Anti-Aircraft Gun)

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 4 (Disambiguation)

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:Type 4 (Disambiguation)}}
<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2604 (1944) or Gregorian year 2004, '''Type 4''' or '''Type 04''' may refer to:
=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Air Vehicles==
{{Main|Ki-67 (Family)|Ki-84 (Family)}}
===Rank III===
* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-67-I Ko|Ki-67-Ia]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 4 Heavy Bomber Model 1, Mod. 1)
** [[Ki-67-I otsu|Ki-67-Ib]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 4 Heavy Bomber Model 1, Mod. 2)
===Rank IV===

* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-84 ko|Ki-84-Ia]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 1)
** {{Specs-Link|ki_84_ko_china|␗Ki-84-Ia}} - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Chinese-captured Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 1)
** [[Ki-84 otsu|Ki-84-Ib]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 2)
** [[Ki-84 hei|Ki-84-Ic]] - ([[Template:AirManufacturer Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 4 Fighter Model 1, Mod. 3)

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank III===
* [[Chi-To|Type 4 Chi-To]]
* [[Chi-To Late|Type 4 Chi-To Late]]
==Naval Vehicles==
===Rank II===
* [[Type 4 (mod. 2)]]
* [[Type 4 (Mod 4)|Type 4 (mod. 4)]]
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[Type 4 (37 mm)]]
=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank VII===
* [[ZBD04A]] - (Type 04A Tracked Infantry Fighting Vehicle)
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[ZPL04 (100 mm)]] - (Type 04 100 mm Tank Gun)
[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 2 (Disambiguation)

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{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2602 (1942) or Gregorian year 2002, '''Type 2''' or '''Type 02''' may refer to:

=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Air Vehicles==
{{Main|Ki-45 (Family)|Ki-44 (Family)}}

===Rank I===

* '''Navy'''
** [[H8K2]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawanishi|Kawanishi]] Type 2 Flying boat)
* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-45 ko]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 2 Two-seat Fighter)

===Rank II===

* '''Navy'''
** [[A6M2-N]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Nakajima|Nakajima]] Navy Type 2 Fighter Seaplane)
** [[H8K3]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawanishi|Kawanishi]] Type 2 Flying boat)
* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-44-I]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 2 Single-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-44-II hei]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 2 Single-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-44-II hei (China)]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 2 Single-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-44-II otsu]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Nakajima|Nakajima]] Army Type 2 Single-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-45 otsu]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 2 Two-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-45 hei]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 2 Two-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-45 tei]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 2 Two-seat Fighter)
** [[Ki-45 hei/tei (China)]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 2 Two-seat Fighter)

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank I===

* [[Ka-Mi|Type 2 Ka-Mi]]

===Rank II===

* [[Ho-I|Type 2 Ho-I]]

==Armaments==
===Machine Guns===

* [[Type 2 (13 mm)]]

===Bombs===

* [[Number Type 2 50 Model 1 GP(SAP) (500 kg)|Type 2 Number 50 Model 1 GP(SAP) (500 kg)]]

===Torpedoes===

* [[Type 2 (450 mm)]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank V===
* [[PTL02]] (Type 02 100 mm Wheeled Assault Gun)
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[ZPZ02 (30 mm)]] (Type 02 30 mm Automatic Gun)
* [[ZPL02 (30 mm)]] (Type 02 30 mm Automatic Gun)
[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 98 (Disambiguation)

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{{Main|Abbreviations#Japanese|l1=Full calendar}}
Japanese Imperial Year 2598 (1938) or Gregorian year 1998, '''Type 98''' may refer to:
=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Air Vehicles==
===Rank I===
* '''Army'''
** [[Ki-32]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawasaki|Kawasaki]] Army Type 98 Light Bomber)

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank I===
* [[Ke-Ni|Type 98 Ke-Ni]]
* [[Ta-Se|Type 98 Ta-Se]]

===Rank II===
* [[So-Ki|Type 98 So-Ki]]

==Armaments==
===Machine Guns===
* [[Type 98 (7.92 mm)|Army Type 98 (7.92 mm) flexible-mounted machine gun]]
* [[Type 98 (20 mm)|Army Type 98 (20 mm) AA machine cannon]]

===Naval Guns===
* [[8 cm/60 Type 98 (76 mm)]]
* [[100/65 mm Type 98 mod A (100 mm)|10 cm/65 Type 98 Mod. A (100 mm)]]

===Bombs===
* [[Navy Type 98 Number 25 (250 kg)]]
=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Armaments==
===Tank Guns===
* [[ZPL98A (105 mm)]] - (Type 98A 105 mm Tank Gun)
* [[ZPT98 (125 mm)]] - (Type 98 125 mm Tank Gun)

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 59 (Disambiguation)

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:Type 59 (Disambiguation)}}
<div class="specs_card_main"></div>__TOC__
Gregorian year 1959, '''Type 59''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
{{main|ZTZ59 (Family)}}
===Rank V===
* [[Type 59]]
* [[ZTZ59A]] - (Type 59 MBT (A))

===Rank VI===
* [[ZTZ59D1]] - (Type 59 MBT (D1))

==Armaments==
* [[Type 59 (7.62 mm)]]
* [[Type 59 (100 mm)]]
* [[WA318 (57 mm)]] (A derivative of the Type 59 57 mm Anti-Aircraft Gun)

[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

Type 54 (Disambiguation)

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=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Armaments==
===Torpedoes===
* [[Type 54 model 3 (533 mm)]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Armaments==
===Machine Guns===
* [[Type 54 (12.7 mm)]]
[[Category:Disambiguation pages]]

PKT (7.62 mm)

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[[File:PKT.png|550px|thumb|right|The PKT inside of the BMP-2M turret]]
== Description ==

The '''PK''' machine gun (Russian: Пулемёт Калашникова; ''Pulemyot Kalashnikova'', English: "Kalashnikov's machine gun") was designed as a replacement for the [[SGMT (7.62 mm)]] machine gun. It was designated as the '''PKT''' for use in tank coaxial mounts, and '''PKB''' for use on pintle mounts. A modernised variant known as the '''PKM''' was later developed, lightening and simplifying the system, along with corresponding '''PKMT''' and '''PKMB''' configurations.

=== Vehicles equipped with this weapon ===


{{Navigation-Start|PKT}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Light tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_pt_76_57}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|sw_cv_9030_fin}}
{{Navigation-Line|BTR}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_btr_80a}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|it_btr_80a_hungary}}
{{Navigation-Line|BMP/D}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_bmp_1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|germ_bmp_1_ddr}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_bmp_2}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_bmp_2m}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_bmp_3}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_bmd_4}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|sw_pbv_501}}
{{Navigation-Line|2S25}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_2s25}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_2s25m}}

{{Navigation-Line|'''Medium tanks'''}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-55}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_55_am}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_55_amd_1}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-62}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_62}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|cn_t_62}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_62m1}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-64}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_64a_1971}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_64_b_1984}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-72}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72a}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72av_turms}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|germ_kpz_t72m1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|it_t_72m1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|sw_t_72m1}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72m2_moderna}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72b}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72b_1989}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_72b3_2011}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-80}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80b}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80bvm}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80u}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80ud}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|sw_t_80u|▄T 80 U}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80uk}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_80um2}}
{{Navigation-Line|T-90}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_90a}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_t_90m_2020}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|uk_t_90s_bheeshma}}
{{Navigation-Line|'''Tank destroyers'''}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_2s3m}}{{-}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_object_775}}

{{Navigation-Line|'''SPAAs'''}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_btr_zd}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Helicopters'''}}{{Specs-Link|mi_8amtsh}}

{{Navigation-End}}

{{Navigation-Start|PKTM}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''Light tanks'''}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_2s38}}

{{Navigation-End}}

{{Navigation-Start|PKMB}}

{{Navigation-First-Line|'''SPAAs'''}}{{Specs-Link|ussr_9a35_m2}}

{{Navigation-End}}

== General info ==
''Tell us about the tactical and technical characteristics of the cannon or machine gun.''

=== Available ammunition ===
''Describe the shells that are available for the weapon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells).''

=== Comparison with analogues ===
''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

== Usage in battles ==
''Describe the cannon/machine gun in the game - its distinctive features, tactics of usage against notable opponents. Please don't write a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but give the reader food for thought.''

=== Pros and cons ===
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the weaponry in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark pros and cons as a list.''

'''Pros:'''
*

'''Cons:'''
*

== History ==

After World War II, the Soviet's combat experience against Nazi Germany showed the value of the General-Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), and so the Soviets were keen on developing and adopting their own version of the concept to standardize the machine guns in the different level of infantry units, which currently had the RPD, [[RP-46 (7.62 mm)|RP-46]] and [[SGMT (7.62 mm)|SG-43]] as their machine guns.<ref name="YT_PK1">Forgotten Weapons 2019, 1:14 - 2:34</ref>
[[File:Kalashnikov_Museum-13.jpg|x350px|thumb|right|A PKMT and PKMS on display.]]

The Soviets set out a requirement in the 1950s for a GPMG firing the standard 7.62x54mmR cartridge in belt-fed configuration, with the ability to be fired from an infantry bipod, a tripod, and from a vehicle mount.<ref name="Popenker_PK">Popenker "Kalashnikov PK / PKM"</ref> By 1956, a machine gun developed by G.I. Nikitin, with co-designer Yuri M. Sokolov, became close to fulfilling the Soviet military's GPMG requirements. The weapon went far enough for a field service trial procurement in 1958. However, the General Artillery Department of the Soviet Army, dissatisfied by the machine gun's slow development, decided to ask Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of the Kalashnikov assault rifle (also known as the AK), to build a GPMG to compete with Nikitin's design in a bid to accelerate their development time.<ref name="Popenker_PK"/><ref name="YT_PK2">Forgotten Weapons 2019, 6:55 - 8:43</ref> Kalashnikov agreed and set to work with a team in his bureau on a GPMG that was soon developed and competed against Nikitin's GPMG. The result was that Kalashnikov's weapon won out in the trials and his new GPMG became standardized for service in 1961 as the '''PK''', or the ''Pulemet Kalashnikova'' (''Kalashnikov's Machine Gun'').<ref name="HistoryNet_PK">Schuster 2016</ref>

The PK machine gun was a gas-operated, belt-fed machine gun that was air-cooled with a manual gas regulator and fired from an open-bolt. The PK machine gun was relatively lightweight at 9 kg (~19.8 lbs) compared to other GPMGs of the era. The PK was able to feed 7.62x54mmR belts compatible with the [[Maxim's (7.62 mm)|Maxim]] and SG-43. However, the PK machine gun was only able to accept the belt feed from the right side only.<ref name="Popenker_PK"/> The PK machine gun as designed took elements from many other existing weapon systems. The PK's operating action and bolt design inside the PK was derived from the AK, with the action flipped upside down to allow the belt-feed. The PK's mechanism of stripping the cartridge from the belt, as well as the barrel change system, was from the SG-43. The PK's feed pawl was from the Czech Vz52, and its trigger mechanism was from the Degtyarev machine gun.<ref name="ForgottenWeapons_PK">McCollum 2012</ref><ref name="DIA_SmallArms">Kettrick 1983, p.235</ref>

As a GPMG, the PK machine gun is available in four different configurations:<ref name="Popenker_PK"/>
* ''PK'': Light machine gun configuration firing from the integral bipod, typically loaded with 100-round belt drums.
* ''PKS'': Medium machine gun configuration firing from an universal tripod
* ''PKT'': Tank coaxial mount configuration fired by an electronic solenoid. This configuration features a 70 cm barrel (compared to the normal 65.8 cm barrel) in order for the weapon to have similar ballistics as the previous [[SGMT (7.62 mm)|SGMT]] to be able to re-use existing tank sights.
* ''PKB'': A PK configured to be mounted on a vehicle mount, usually for armoured cars. The standard grip has been replaced with dual-spade grips. Some versions of this configuration also saw use on Mi-8 and Mi-24 helicopters as window or door guns.

In 1969, the PK underwent a redesign into the ''PKM'' that had an even lighter construction at 7.5 kg (~16.5 lbs). Features that distinguish the PKM was a shorter flash hider, a smooth, unfluted barrel, and a ribbed top cover.<ref name="ForgottenWeapons_PK"/> Just like the PK, the PKM were also made in the above configurations with nomenclatures PKMS, PKMT, PKMB. A further variation of the PK and PKM machine gun is the implementation of a receiver rail for night sights, which would be indicated with a "N" on the end of the nomenclature (e.g. ''PKMSN''). The PKM would be further developed after the Soviet involvement in Afghanistan into the ''PKP Pecheneg''.<ref name="Popenker_PKP">Popenker "Pecheneg"</ref>
[[File:Machine_gun_PKT.jpg|x200px|thumb|left|A PKT machine gun]]

The PK machine guns and its variants has saw large-scale usage not just in the Soviet military, but across the world in the Soviet's allies and even non-state actors. Regions that use the PK include Eastern Europe, Middle East, North Africa, Africa, Central America, and parts of Asia including China and Vietnam; foreign license-produced versions, copies, and other variations of the weapon are also produced such as the Yugoslav's M84 and the Chinese Type 80.<ref name="SAS_PK">Small Arms Survey "PK (& close variants)"</ref>.
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== Media ==


;Images
<gallery mode="packed-hover" heights="200">
File:Weapon PKT (7.62 mm).png|The PKT on the BMP-2
</gallery>

;Videos
{{Youtube-gallery|FT_NrljbCt8|'''History of the PK, PKM, and Pecheneg w/ Max Popenker''' - ''Forgotten Weapons''}}

== See also ==


;Other GPMG of the era
* [[M60D (7.62 mm)|M60]]
FN MAG:
* [[FN MAG 60-40 (7.62 mm)|FN MAG 60-40]]
* [[M240 (7.62 mm)|M240]]
MG3:
* [[MG3A1 (7.62 mm)|MG3A1]]
* [[Beretta MG42/59 (7.62 mm)|Beretta MG42/59]]

== External links ==


=== References ===
;Citations
<references />

;Bibliography:
* Forgotten Weapons, "History of the PK, PKM, and Pecheneg w/ Max Popenker," ''YouTube'', 09 Jul. 2019, [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT_NrljbCt8 Video]. Accessed on 03 Aug. 2021.
* Kettrick, James F., ''Small Arms Identification and Operation Guide - Eurasian Communist Countries (U)'', Defense Intelligence Agency, 01 Aug. 1983.
* McCollum, Ian, "PK / PKM," ''Forgotten Weapons'', 14 Dec. 2012, [https://www.forgottenweapons.com/medium-machine-guns/pk-pkm/ Website]. Accessed on 03 Aug. 2021 ([https://web.archive.org/web/20210803221804/https://www.forgottenweapons.com/medium-machine-guns/pk-pkm/ Archive]).
* Popenker, Maxim, "Kalashnikov PK / PKM," ''Modern Firearms'', [https://modernfirearms.net/en/machineguns/russia-machineguns/pk-pks-pkm-pkms-eng/ Website]. Accessed 03 Aug. 2021 ([https://web.archive.org/web/20210803215855/https://modernfirearms.net/en/machineguns/russia-machineguns/pk-pks-pkm-pkms-eng/ Archive]).
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==Description==
The '''CCKW''' officially designated '''Truck, 2½-ton, 6×6, Cargo''' was an American truck widely manufactured by GMC which saw widespread use by the Allies during and after WWII. It was produced in two main variants, the CCKW 352 (with a short wheelbase) and CCKW 353 (with a long wheelbase).

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'''Note:''' The [[CM11|CM-11 "Brave Tiger"]] or M48H uses the hull of the M60A3 and the turret of the M48A3 Patton. It is listed here for informative purpose but is classified as a [[M48 Patton (Family)|M48]].

== Development ==

=== 105 mm M68 Gun ===
To determine the main gun of the XM60, a competition was held to test six different guns at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds. All six were evaluated for accuracy, rate of fire, post-penetration damage, and penetration. The first gun evaluated was the 90 mm M41, mounted on the M48A2C, with the T300E53 HEAT round. The 90 mm T208E9 was mounted on the T95E1 and used the T320E62 APDS round. The 105 mm T254E1 (a US version of the L7) was mounted on the T95E2 to test British APDS ammunition. The 120 mm M58 from the M103 was tested, and so was the 120 mm T123E6, a lighter version of the M58, and it was mounted on the T95E4.

The T123E6 was preferred by Ordnance Department because it had ammunition that was similar to that already in production for the M58. It used two-piece ammunition, with the shell and propellant charges being separate. Because of this, the M103 design incorporated two loaders, but this would be impossible on a smaller medium tank. A rate of fire of only four rounds per minute was achieved during testing, which was unacceptable. The 105 mm T254E1 achieved a fire rate of 7 rounds per minute.

The T254E1 was selected, and it was modified to the T254E2, which used a sliding breechblock instead of the original horizontal breechblock.. The T254E2 became standardized as the Cannon, 105 mm Gun, M68. The barrel used was the British X15/L52, as American barrels were not available at the time with the same amount of accuracy. Starting in June of 1959, the American XM24/L52 barrels replaced the British barrels in production, but they were still interchangeable. The evacuator was located lower on the American gun barrels, so they were fitted with an eccentric evacuator instead of a concentric evacuator in order to increase clearance over the rear engine deck.

The M60 used the M68 gun in the M116 mount, while the later M60A1 and M60A3 along with the early XM-1 prototype used the M60E1 gun. The M60E1 shares firing characteristics with the original M68, but it has a number of improvements. The M60E1 has a new hydraulic configuration, a stabilization upgrade, an elevation kill switch, an improved ballistic drive, and other minor improvements. The M68 was later fitted on M48A3 tanks in service with the National Guard, which were then redesignated as the M48A5. In 1973, thermal sleeves began to be used on the gun barrels.

==== Ammunition ====

* '''APDS-T'''
** M774
** M735
* '''APFSDS-T'''
** M735
** M774
* '''HEAT'''
** M456
* '''HEP/HESH'''
** M393
* '''Training'''
** Practice APDS
** Dummy APDS
* '''Other'''
** White Phosphorous Rounds
** Canister Rounds

=== Armour ===

==== Turret ====
The T95E5 turret was used on the first production M60. It was shaped like a hemisphere, and was well rounded; it looked very similar to the turret of the preceding M48 Patton III. The M60A1 series had a new turret which came from the T95E7. The T95E7 turret was significantly different from the T95E5 turret and it had a redesigned bustle, which allowed more ammunition to be carried. The M60A2 had a completely redesigned turret for the mounting of the 152mm M162 gun. The M60A3 series used a turret based on the T95E7 turret, but it featured increased frontal armour protection.

== Design ==

=== M60 ===

=== M60A1 Series ===

==== M60A1 ====
'''Development'''

In 1960, work was started to upgrade the M60 main battle tank, as the T95 project and the project to create composite armour were closed. The prototypes fitted the T95E7 turret on the hull of the M60. In order to increase the room in the turret for the crew the gun used the M140 mount, which moved the gun forward 5 inches. The first two prototypes (Pilot 1 and 2) were ready in May 1961, and the third prototype (Pilot 3) was ready in June 1961. The prototypes were designated as the M60E1, and they were all built by Chrysler Defense. Pilot 1 was tested at Eglin Air Force Base, Pilot 2 was tested at Yuma Test Station, and Pilot 3 was tested at Fort Knox. The M60E1 was accepted for American service on 22 October 1962. The designation for production M60E1 tanks was Tank, Combat, Full Tracked: 105-mm Gun, M60A1. Production began on 13 October 1962, with an order of 720 units by the Army.

'''Hull'''

The upper glacis armour of the hull was upgraded from 3.67 inches to 4.29 inches at 65°. The steering wheel was replaced with a T-bar control, and the break and accelerator pedals were rearranged for easier usage by the driver. The tank was upgraded to the Continental AVDS-1790-2A engine and the CD-850-5 cross drive transmission, and it used the T97 track assembly. The first return roller was moved slightly, and shock absorbers were added to the second road wheel pair. The addition of the shock absorbers was due to the increased weight of the armour and new M60A1 turret.

'''Turret'''

The main feature of the M60A1 was a new turret, which was the turret of the T95E7 medium tank prototype. The new turret had more armour protection, and it also could had more room for the crew, because of the new M140 gun mount. A fume extractor was added to the rear of the turret bustle, on the left side; this would prevent fumes and smoke from accumulating inside the vehicle when the weapons were fired. The loader and gunner received padded seats, replacing the wire mesh seats which were uncomfortable. Ammunition for the main gun was increased to 63 rounds, with 15 rounds in the turret bustle, several rounds in the turret ring, and the rest stored in the hull. The turret was equipped with a new traversing mechanism, and an AN/VSS-1(V)1 IR searchlight was fitted above the gun mantlet. It received the M19 FCS, which consisted of the M17A1 coincidence rangefinder, M10A1 ballistic drive, and the mechanical M19E1 ballistic computer for the gunner. The M60A1 tank uses the M68E1 105 mm gun. The M68E1 gun shared the same firing characteristics as the M68, but had several design improvements including an updated gun hydraulic configuration, a stabilization upgrade for the gun (but not a full stabilizer), a gun elevation kill switch for the loader, an improved ballistic drive, and other component refinements.

==== M60A1 (AOS) ====
In 1972, the M60A1 (AOS) was introduced, which gave the tank an add-on stabilization (AOS) system. It was a kit that could be applied to M60A1 tanks with very little modification to the hydraulic gun control system. The AOS allows for stabilization of the gun vertically and of the turret horizontally. This allowed the gunner to track targets and control the gun and turret while the vehicle was moving; this increased the hit-on-the-move capability significantly. Before the AOS upgrade the fire-on-the-move accuracy at 2,000 m was practically 0%, whereas with the upgrade 70% accuracy was achieved. The AOS had three modes: power-with-stabilization-on, power-with-stabilization-off, and manual. Power-with-stabilization-on was the mode which stabilized the gun, power-with-stabilization-off allowed the turret to be controlled electrically when the stabilizer was not necessary, and the manual mode allowed the crew to still traverse the turret and elevate the gun if the electrical or hydraulic systems were inoperable.

'''M60A1 (AOS)+'''

M60A1 (AOS)+ is the designation for M60A1 tanks that were equipped with the TLAC, AOS, and T142 tracks. The T142 track debuted in 1974, and it had replaceable rubber pads, improved end connectors, and had a better service life.

==== M60A1 RISE ====
The M60A1 RISE integrated the upgrades of the M60A1 (AOS)+ and TLAC, along with new features, and it first debuted in 1975. It featured the improved AVDS-1790-2C RISE diesel engine and CD-850-6 transmission. These parts were more reliable than the earlier types used. A 650 ampere oil-cooled alternator, a solid state regulator and new wiring harness with more accessible disconnectors was also incorporated into the hull's electrical system. Additionally, steel road wheels and return rollers were used, and new, armoured TLAC panels replaced the unarmoured panels. It featured an M32E1 passive sight for the gunner, an M36E1 passive periscope for the commander, and an M24E1 IR night vision block for the driver. The new optical equipment allowed for recognition at longer range and at lower light levels for the commander and gunner. In conditions with only starlight, the optics allowed for vision past 500 m with the use of an IR searchlight. The driver's M24E1 IR night vision block gave the driver second generation night vision capability.

'''M60A1 RISE+'''

The usage of the M735 APFSDS round required a cam update to the gun's mechanical ballistic drive in order to allow for accurate firing. With the update the tanks were designated as M60A1 RISE+.

'''M60A1 RISE Passive'''

The Passive upgrade for the M60A1 RISE incorporated all the features of the M60A1 RISE+, but with a number of improvements. It was equipped with Kevlar spall liners in the turret, AN/VVS-2 passive night vision block, a deep water fording kit, and brackets for the mounting of ERA armour. It received the improved AVDS-1790-2D RISE engine and CD-850-6A transmission; it was capable of using a vehicle engine exhaust smoke system. The VEESS smoke screen does not protect against infrared, thermal, or laser detection methods, but only obscures the tank visually. In 1978, a kit entered service that installed an M240C machine gun in the coaxial position, and it equipped the tank with two six-barreled M239 smoke grenade launchers (electronically fired), with one mounted on each side of the turret front. The smoke grenades masks the tank both visually and the thermal signature using a phosphor compound.

=== M60A2 Starship ===

===M60A3 Series ===
The official full name of the M60A3 was Tank, Combat, Full Tracked: 105-mm Gun, M60A3. It was also known as the 105 mm Gun Tank M60A3.

'''Development'''

During the 1970's there was a rapid advancement in anti-tank technology, and with the failure of the M60A2 program to produce a sufficient fighting vehicle an upgrade of the M60A1 series was necessary. In 1976, a program to do just that was initiated; the intention was to increase the turret armour and to modernize and improve the technological systems in the tank. The product of the program was the M60A3 tank, a significant improvement over the M60A1 series. Despite the improvement over the earlier M60 models, the M60A3 was viewed as a stop-gap measure, as the M1 Abrams was already being developed and was planned to enter service in 1981. The M60A3 eventually replaced all US Army M60A1 and M48A5 tanks (used by the National Guard until 1987) in service. But, the Marine Corps still used the M60A1 RISE tanks until the M60 was retired from front line service in 1991.

'''Production'''

In February of 1978, the first M60A3 tanks were finished at the Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant. The low-rate initial production run was completed at the DATP in October, which consisted of 296 M60A3 tanks; the tanks were first fielded by the US Army in May of 1979. Chrysler Defense was purchased by General Dynamics Land Division in 1982. In May 1983, production of the M60A3 ended with a total of 1,052 M60A3 and M60A3 TTS tanks built. At this time, the Detroit Tank Plant closed, and production of the M1 Abrams was at the Lima Tank Plant in Ohio. Despite this, the conversion of earlier M60 tanks to the M60A3/E60B standard was still occurring, specifically for other nations through the Foreign Military Sales program. The last M60A3 tanks were delivered through the FMS in May of 1986 to Israel, with a total of 3,268 tanks converted. The tanks upgraded for Israel were surplus US Army M60A1 RISE tanks. Earlier M60 tanks were also converted to the M60A3 TTS standard for the US Army. Other nations including Italy, Austria, Greece, Morocco, and Taiwan upgraded their M60s to the M60A3 standard through FMS contracts with Raytheon and General Dynamics in the 1980's. In 1990, surplus M60A3/E60B tanks were sold to Oman, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia.

==== M60A3 Passive ====
This was the first model of the M60A3 series; it was known simply as the M60A3, but was also known as the M60A3 Passive in order to better distinguish it from the later M60A3 TTS. The M60A3 was based on the M60A1 RISE Passive tank, but with a number of upgrades for the turret - most notably changes to the armour and fire control system. The armour on the turret face was increased to 276 mm and the armour on the gun mantlet was changed to 330 mm. The M60A1 RISE Passive tanks uses a coincidence rangefinder and the mechanical M19 ballistic computer. The M60A3 received the M21 fire control system which includes an AN/VVS2 flash-lamp pumped ruby-laser rangefinder for the commander and gunner, solid-state M21E1 gun data computer, improved stabilization mechanism, improved electrical system, and an improved solid-state analog data card bus. The M10A2E3 ballistic drive is an electro-mechanical unit.The commander received an M36E1 passive periscope and the gunner received an M32E1 passive sight. The hydraulic fluid in the turret was changed to a type that was non-flammable. The M60A3 turret was mounted on the chassis of the M60A1 RISE Passive hull, with the same AVDS-1790-2D RISE engine and CD-850-6A transmission, with a Halon fire-suppression system. A total of 748 M60A3 Passive tanks were built, and all were later upgraded to the M60A3 TTS standard.

==== M60A3 TTS ====

The M60A3 TTS was an improved model of the earlier M60A3. The gunner received an AN/VSG2 Tank Thermal Sight (TTS), which was the only major improvement over the M60A3 Passive. 304 M60A3 TTS tanks were built (with production ending in 1983), 1,391 of the US Army M60A1 RISE tanks were converted to the M60A3 TTS standard by the Anniston Army Depot and Mainz Army Depot by 1990, and all 748 US Army M60A3 tanks were also upgraded to the TTS standard by 1984.

===M60AX/Super M60 ===
'''Development'''

The M60AX, commonly known as the Super M60, was an upgrade package for the M60A1 and M60A3 tanks offered by General Dynamics in 1985. It was developed as a private venture for foreign nations that already operated M60s; it was never considered for service with the US Military. The US Army decided not to develop a new power pack or suspension system for the M60, but General Dynamics formed a co-operative private venture with Teledyne Continental to do just that. Additional armour was also fitted.

'''Design'''

The M60AX was based on the M60A1 RISE hull and the T95E7 turret from the M60A1 and M60A3 series. The power pack was replaced by the AVCR-1790-1B engine and the Renk RK-304 transmission. The torsion bar suspension was replaced with the National Waterlift hydropneumatic suspension system. These upgrades increased the mobility of the tank by 20%. The protection of the vehicle was also improved with a layer of composite armour on the turret and laminate steel panels on the front of the hull. Steel side skirts were added to the sides of the tank as well, and Kevlar spall liners were added to the crew compartment. The tank kept the standard crew of 4 of the M60, with the driver in the hull and the gunner, commander, and loader in the turret.

The armament of the M60AX remained similar to that of the M60A3. The main gun was a 105 mm/L55 M68A1E2 gun; this was the same model as used on the M1 and IPM1 Abrams, which had a longer XM24 tube and a thermal sleeve when compared to the gun of the M60A3. Additionally, the coaxial 7.62 mm M73 machine gun was replaced by a 7.62 mm M240C machine gun. The commander's cupola (formerly the M19 model) was replaced with a low-profile cupola, with a pop-up hatch. A 12.7 mm M2HB machine gun was mounted on a pintle mount for operation by the vehicle commander. The fire control system (FCS) was nearly identical to that of the M60A3 TTS. It consisted of the M21E1 solid-state ballistic computer, Raytheon AN/VSG2 Tank Thermal Sight (TTS) for the gunner, a Raytheon AN/VVS2 laser rangefinder, an M10A2E3 electro-mechanical ballistic drive, and solid-state analog data card bus. No optical rangefinder was fitted to the prototype, but one could have been fitted with ease.

'''Production'''

The M60AX was one of the first private upgrade packages offered for the M60 series of tanks. Despite the largely increased capability of the M60AX when compared to standard M60 tanks, no nation bought any, and the total production remained at only 1 prototype. This may have been because there was no need at the time as the Cold War was winding down. The project was effectively over by the time the Cold War ended, as newer tanks became more widely available.

=== M60-2000/120S Main Battle Tank ===
'''Development'''

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) began work on an upgrade of the M60 platform as a private venture in 1999. It was originally called the M60-2000, but the name was then changed to 120S, as the vehicle was more than just a simple upgrade of the M60. The 120 stood for the 120 mm gun, and the S stood for speed and survivability. A number of nations were briefed on the design in 2000, and a working prototype was built in 2001. The prototype was shown in Turkey at the IDEF Exhibition in October.

'''Design'''

The tank consisted of an M60A1 chassis with an M1A1 Abrams turret mounted on it, both parts loaned by the US Army. Originally, an upgraded M60A3 turret was considered, but the M1A1 turret was preferred. The M1A1 turret could be fitted to the M60 chassis by using an adapter ring; very few modifications to the turret were needed. The turret is that of the standard M1A1, and not the M1A1HA - so no depleted uranium was used in the composite armour. The armour package was customizable for the customer, and one of the options consisted of STANAG Level 6 armour plates being added to the hull front and sides up until the third road wheel. Slat or cage armour could be added to the turret, steel or composite side skirts could be added, and spall liner and ERA packages were also available. The prototype was fitted with mock side skirts lacking the protection of production side skirts; it was also fitted with new sponsons more similar visually to those on the Abrams. The 120S had a crew of 4, with the driver in the hull and the commander, gunner, and loader in the turret.

The suspension of the hull was changed to the same torsion bar suspension system as used on the M1 Abrams, in order to compensate for the increased weight. If the customer preferred, hydropneumatic suspension could be used instead. The powerplant used on the prototype was the same as on the M60A1, the Continental V-12 750 hp (560 kW) air-cooled AVDS-1790-2 diesel engine with a CD-850-6 cross drive transmission, with a range of 275 miles. It was planned that the production vehicles would use the more powerful General Dynamics Land Systems AVDS-1790-9 diesel engine (1,200 hp) and Allison X-1100-5 series automatic giving a range of over 300 miles. Other powerplants were offered as well, and the road wheels and drive sprocket could be changed the type used on the M1 Abrams, and the T158 lightweight track from the Abrams was also offered.

The armament of the 120S consisted of the 120 mm M256 gun with a thermal sleeve; this was the exact same as on the M1A1 Abrams. 36 rounds were carried in the turret bustle rack with blowout panels for increased survivability. It was planned that there would be additional ammunition stowage in the floor of the hull for production models. The secondary armament consisted of a coaxial 7.62 mm M240C machine gun, a 7.62 mm machine gun mounted on the loader's hatch, and a 12.7 mm M2HB machine gun mounted on the commander's hatch. Two M250 smoke grenade launchers are carried, one on each side of the turret. Each launcher has six barrels for smoke grenades. Not only do the smoke grenades visually conceal the tank, but they also conceal the thermal signature of the vehicle. The tank is also capable of using a vehicle engine exhaust smoke system , which creates smoke by spraying oil on the engine. The tank was equipped with a 240X4 Forward Looking Infrared Radar (FLIR), day/FLIR stabilized sight with an eye-safe laser range-finder, a thermal imaging system, and an onboard digital fire control computer and data bus similar to the M1 Abrams Mark 1 Advanced Fire Control System.

'''Production'''

The 120S was mainly marketed to Turkey in order to fill their M60 upgrade requirements, but that contract was won by Israel Military Industries with the Sabra III upgrade. The Egyptian Army considered the 120S upgrade, but decided to license-build M1 Abrams tanks instead. In total, only one prototype was completed, and the 120S never entered production. The prototype was disassembled and both parts were returned to the US Army in 2003. The 120S is no longer being marketed by General Dynamics.

=== M60A3 SLEP ===
In May 2016, Raytheon offered the M60A3 Service Life Extension Program (SLEP). The SLEP was designed for export to current M60 operating nations, in order to allow for an upgrade of the M60s used by those nations as a cheaper alternative to buying a fleet of newer tanks. The SLEP is a multiple of modular upgrades to the M60 that cover mobility, armour, and firepower. The modularity of the components allow customization for the needs of each country.

The main armament was upgraded to the 120 mm M256 L/44 gun, the same gun as used by the M1A1 Abrams. A fire rate of 6 to 10 rounds per minute with the load assist system. The Integrated Fire Control System (IFCS) was added. The IFCS consisted of a laser rangefinder, second generation night sight for the gunner, digital ballistic computer, cant sensors, electrical superelevation resolver, and MIL-STD 1553 data bus. Additionally, the Curtis-Wright Gun Turret Drive was added, and the M19 commander's cupola was replaced with the Hitrole remote controlled weapon system, which allowed the commander to view the surrounding are from inside the tank, via the .50 cal M2HB machine gun. The engine was replaced with a 950 hp AVCR-1790-2C engine, and the suspension was improved. An Automatic Fire and Explosion Sensing and Suppressing system (AFSS) was added. Slat armour was added to the turret bustle, to protect against RPG and ATGM attacks, and armour plates rated at STANAG 4569 Level 6 protection were added to the front of the vehicle. The finished vehicle weighed about 63 tons.

=== Leonardo M60A3 ===
The Leonardo M60A3 was unveiled in October 2017 by Leonardo DRS at the Bahrain International Defense Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC). It is intended as an alternative to the M60A3 SLEP upgrade program in order to allow nations using the M60 to bring their tanks up to more modern standards.

The upgrade consists of thorough modernization throughout the different parts of the tank. The 120/54 gun from the Centauro II/MGS is used instead of the 120 mm L/44 gun, in order to reduce the weight by 500 kg. The M19 commander's cupola was replaced with an armoured circular cupola protected with slat armour; the new cupola has a much lower profile than the M19 model, and it also weighs less. A HITROLE-L 12.7 mm remote weapons station has been added to the loader's side of the turret roof. The turret was upgraded with a new hydraulic and servo control system, which improves the reliability and performance of the turret. The tank comes equipped with the LOTHAR gun sight, DNVS-4 Driver's Night Vision Sight and TURMS digital fire control system. A daytime thermal camera and an eye-safe laser rangefinder are equipped.

The armour of the tank has also been substantially upgraded. Passive armour protection claimed to meet STANAG Level 6 protection standards has been added to the turret and hull. The armour is focused on the front of the turret in order to protect against chemical rounds, and it is also applied to the front of the hull and the hull sides until the third road wheel. Slat armour was added to the back of the turret, in order to protect against RPG attacks. If the client requests, IED jamming systems and a laser warning receiver can be fitted.

The powerplant can either be refurbished or replaced with an improved version. The improved powerplant consists of the AVDS-1790-5T 908 hp engine (replacing the old 750 hp engine) and the CD-850-B1 transmission. The tank is fitted with the Automatic Fire and Explosion Sensing and Suppression System (AFSS). Additionally, the torsion bar suspension, brakes, fuel supply, electric system, wheels, seals, paint, and smoke grenades were all changed and improved.

=== M60T Sabra ===
The Turkish M60T main battle tank (MBT) stems from the Israeli Sabra Mk I tank, a heavily upgraded [[Magach 7C|Magach 7]], which itself came from the American M60A3 tank.

'''Development'''

After the end of the Cold War in 1991, the US released surplus M60 tanks for the export market. Turkey purchased 274 M60A1 and 658 M60A3 tanks starting in 1993. In the early 2000s, it was decided by Turkey that new tanks must be purchased, their Leopard 1 tanks must be upgraded, and their M60s must be upgraded. There were two options for the upgrade of the M60s: the General Dynamics 120S and the Israeli Military Industries Sabra. In 2002, a contract was signed between IMI and Turkey for purchase of the Sabra. The Sabra Mk I tank was too expensive, so a new version called the Sabra Mk II was procured instead and designated by Turkey as the M60T.

'''Design'''

The M60T features extensive armour additions at the front of the turret, giving it a wedge shape. The frontal hull armour was also improved with additional armour layers. Slat armour was added to the rear of the turret, the ammunition storage was improved, a fire suppression system was added, an IR and laser warning system was added, and new smoke grenade launchers were fitted. An NBC protection system is fitted as standard.

An active protection system was offered, but the Turks decided not to include it. In addition to the main changes listed above, the commander received a panoramic sight, extra roof protection was fitted, and a new navigation system was added. Explosive reactive armour (ERA) is able to be fitted. Notably, the M60T retains the M19 commander's cupola from the M60 series.

Due to all the additions, the M60T weighs up to 59 tons. As such, a more powerful MTU MT-881 KA-501 diesel engine is fitted, producing 1,000 horsepower. A Renk 304S transmission is fitted, and the maximum speed is 55 km/h. The suspension and tracks were also improved for a smoother ride and ease of maintenance.

The M60T is armed with the M253 120 mm smoothbore gun, controlled by an Elbit Knight III fire control system (FCS). A thermal sight is provided for the gunner along with a laser rangefinder. The turret traverse was changed from a hydraulic type to an electrical one. The crew's electronics and displays were modernized, but a battle management system was turned down by the Turks.

'''Production and Service'''

170 M60T tanks were delivered to Turkey from 2006 to 2010. M60T tanks were deployed to Syria, and that is their only known combat deployment. During the operations in Syria, several M60Ts were hit by Russian-built Kornet anti-tank missiles, which penetrated the armour and knocked out the tanks. There is a debate as to whether the losses were due to tactics or to obsolescence. It is unlikely that another nation will choose to procure the Sabra tank, due to its disappointing combat record and its obsolescence on the modern battlefield.

=== Zulfiqar 1/2/3 MBT ===
The Iranian Zulfiqar main battle tanks (MBT) family were originated from a modified M48/60 hull. The latter variant of the Zulfiqar can be considered an entirely different design, as it only shared reverse-engineered copy of M60 parts and components.

'''Development'''

Prior to the Iranian Revolution (or the Islamic Revolution) in 1979, the Imperial Iran was a major non-NATO ally of the United States, as the Shahist regime and the US sought to counter the influence of the Soviet Union to the north of the country. Because of this, the US (and other western allies) exported a large number of modern military hardware to Iran, with some (such as the [[F-14A Early|F-14A]]) transferred even before their home country had adopted them for their own service. Among them were 460 M60A1 tanks being sent along with numbers of surplus M48A5 and M47M Patton tanks.

After the Iranian Revolution, the new Islamic Republic regime took a staunch anti-Western stance, which led to a fallout of diplomatic relations between the US and Iran, resulting in economic and military sanctions that prevented Iran from freely acquiring western military hardware. By the end of the Iran-Iraq war in 1988, Iran had lost large numbers of American MBTs to the better-equipped Ba'athist Iraqi forces fielding large numbers of Soviet T-72M tanks, though not without capturing huge quantities of Iraqi hardware during the defensive phase of the war. Based on the experience of operating the captured T-72s, Iran contracted Russia (which had only broken off from the USSR a few months prior) in 1992 for a licensed production of the T-72 tanks in Iran. The deal was made between both countries and Iran started producing their own T-72 tanks, designated T-72S.

A year after gaining the T-72S license and developed a sizeable military industry, the Research and Self-Sufficiency Jihad Organization of Islamic Republic of Iran Ground Force, the weapon research institute of the Iranian Army, started the project for the first Iranian-designed MBT in order to fulfil the "self-sufficiency" needs of the Iranian Army. The tank, which was based on the hull of the M48/60 MBT, was named the "Zulfiqar" after the two-pronged sword of Ali, the fourth Caliph of Islam and the first Shiite Imam. The Zulfiqar (later known as Zulfiqar 1) entered production in 1997.

Around the 2000s, the Zulfiqar 2, an extended version of the Zulfiqar 1 was unveiled and used as an interim, more modern design of the tank. In 2013, the Zulfiqar 3, currently the latest iteration of the Zulfiqar with a completely new design, was revealed.

'''Design'''

The Zulfiqar 1 (or 1A) tank uses a lowered, widened chassis of the M48/60. The tank is outfitted with a boxy-shaped turret housing the 125 mm 2A46 smoothbore cannon, derived from Iranian T-72S, as the main armament. The turret is said to feature an Iranian-designed composite armour, though the hull is not outfitted with any NERA elements. The tank is outfitted with a 780 hp engine, giving a top speed of 70 km/h. A modernization of the Zulfiqar 1 (designated 1B) features a slightly angled turret cheeks for more optimal protection and improved electrical components.

The early Zulfiqar 2, designated 2C, features a drastic redesign for the hull and turret. The transmissions now sports seven roadwheels rather than six of the Zulfiqar 1/M60, while the hull was enlarged to accommodate composite armour. The turret is also enlarged to fit them with autoloaders, electro-optical device, and more composite armour, giving a striking resemblance with the American M1 Abrams MBT. In the later Zulfiqar 2 variants, designated 2D, the hull was further reshaped to accommodate more protection.

The Zulfiqar 3 (or 3E) is the latest iteration of the Zulfiqar series. The tank's hull were completely redesigned from the Zulfiqar 2 and built from ground-up, with only the suspension components shared from the M60 giving the clue of the original design of the tank. The Zulfiqar 3's turret even more closely resembles the M1 Abrams in appearance, though can be easily distinguished by a large cupola sporting an improved FCS.

'''Production and Service'''

The exact numbers of Zulfiqar tanks in service are unknown, as multiple analysis often varied in whether to count the Zulfiqar as an M60 variant or an entirely different tank series. Based on most estimates, around 100 Zulfiqar 1, a few numbers of Zulfiqar 2, and 150 Zulfiqar 3 were produced.

== Variants ==

=== American Variants ===

* XM60
* M60
* M60E1
* M60A1
** M60A1 (AOS)
*** M60A1 (AOS)+
** M60A1 RISE
*** M60A1 RISE+
*** M60A1 RISE Passive

* XM66
* M60A1E1
* M60A1E2
* M60A1E3
* M60A1E4
* M60A2
* M60A3
** M60A3 TTS
* QM60

==== Specialized ====

* M60 AVLB
** M60A1 AVLB
** M60 AVLM
** M60A1 AVLM

* XM1060 ROBAT
* M60 Panther MDCV
* M88 Recovery Vehicle
** M88A1
** M88A2 Hercules
* M728 CEV
** M728A1
* M9 Bulldozer Kit

==== Export ====

* '''E60 Series:''' M60s that were to be exported to foreign nations were designated as E60s by the US Foreign Military Sales (FMS). They were modified to requests by nations that were approved to receive them. These were mostly minor modifications, such as the removal of the M19 commander's cupola, changing of machine gun models, changing of electronic systems, changing of radios or fire-control systems, different engines, or additional armour plates.
** '''E60:''' Modified M60.
** '''E60A:''' Modified M60A1.
** '''E60B:''' Modified M60A3.

'''Note:''' The M60A2 Starship was never approved for export to foreign nations.

=== International ===
'''Egyptian Variants'''

* Ramses II

'''Iranian Variants'''

* Zulfiqar 1
* Zulfiqar 2
* Zulfiqar 3
* Samsam

'''Israeli Variants'''

* Magach 6
* Magach 7
* Pereh/Onager
* M60 Tagash AVLB

'''Jordanian Variants'''

* M60 Phoenix

'''Taiwanese Variants'''

* M60A3 Chariot
* M48H/CM-11 Brave Tiger

'''Turkish Variants'''

* M60T Sabra Mk I
* M60T Sabra Mk II
* M60T Sabra MK III
** FIRAT-M60T/M60TM

'''Spanish Variants'''

* M60 VLPD 26/70E
* M60CZ-10/25E Alacran

==== Commercial Upgrades ====

* M60AX/Super M60
* M60-2000/120S
* M60A3 SLEP
* Leonardo M60A3

== Operators ==

=== Current Operators ===

* Afghanistan
* Bosnia and Herzegovina
* Bahrain
* Brazil
* Egypt
* Iran
* Israel
* Jordan
* Lebanon
* Morocco
* Oman
* Saudi Arabia
* Spain
* Sudan
* Taiwan
* Thailand
* Tunisia
* Turkey
* United States
* Yemen

=== Former Operators ===

* Argentina
* Austria
* Ethiopia
* Greece
* Iraq
* Italy
* Portugal

== Media ==


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==Armaments==
* [[Type 23-1 (23 mm)]] - (NR-23)
* [[Type 23-2K (23 mm)]] - (AM-23)
* [[Type 23-3 (23 mm)]] - ([[GSh-23L (23 mm)|GSh-23L]])
** [[Type 23L (23 mm)]]
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==Armaments==
===Naval Guns===
* [[SNEB type 23]]

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Type 88 (Disambiguation)

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Japanese Imperial Year 2588 (1928) or Gregorian year 1988, '''Type 88''' may refer to:

=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Armaments==
===Aerial Cannons===
* [[Type 88 (75 mm)]]

===Naval Cannons===
* [[Type 88 AA (75 mm)]]
* [[8 cm/40 3rd Year Type (76 mm)|8 cm/40 Type 88 (76 mm)]] (a variant of the 8 cm/40 3rd Year Type) 

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank VI===
* [[ZTZ88A]] (Type 88A Main Battle Tank)
* [[ZTZ88B]] (Type 88B Main Battle Tank)

==Armaments==
===Tank Cannons===
* [[Type 88C (125 mm)]]

===Machine Guns===
* [[QJC88A (12.7 mm)]] (Type 88A Vehicle Machine Gun)

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=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank VII===
* [[Type 90]]
* [[Type 90 (B)]]

==Armaments==
===Tank cannons===
* [[Type 90 (57 mm)]]
* [[Type 90 (75 mm)]]
* [[Type 90 L/44 (120 mm)]]

===Torpedoes===
* [[Type 90 (610 mm)]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Armaments==
===Rockets===
* [[Type 90-1]] - Note: The name "Type 90" refers to the caliber of the rockets (90 mm) not the year of production.
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Japanese Imperial Year 2594 (1934) or Gregorian year 1994, '''Type 94''' may refer to:

=Japanese ({{Annotation|式|Shiki}})=
==Air Vehicles==
===Other===
* [[E7K2]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Kawanishi|Kawanishi]] Navy Type 94 Reconnaissance Seaplane)

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank I===
* [[Type 94|Type 94 Isuzu SPAA]]

==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[Type 94 (37 mm)]]
* [[Type 94 (70 mm)]]
===Bombs===
* [[Army Type 94 GPHE (50 kg)]]
* [[Army Type 94 GPHE (100 kg)]]

=Chinese ({{Annotation|式|Shi}})=
==Armaments==
===Cannons===
* [[ZPL94 (105 mm)]] - (Type 94 Tank Gun)

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Type 97 (Disambiguation)

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Japanese Imperial Year 2597 (1937), '''Type 97''' may refer to:
==Air Vehicles==
===Rank I===
* [[Ki-21-Ia|Ki-21-Ia]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Mitsubishi|Mitsubishi]] Army Type 97 Heavy Bomber I Ko)
* [[Ki-21-I hei|Ki-21-Ic]] ([[Template:AirManufacturer_Mitsubishi|Mitsubishi]] Army Type 97 Heavy Bomber I Hei)

==Ground Vehicles==
{{main|Chi-Ha (Family)}}
===Rank I===
* [[Chi-Ha|Type 97 Chi-Ha]]
* [[Chi-Ha (China)|Type 97 Chi-Ha (China)]]
* [[Chi-Ha Kai|Type 97 Chi-Ha Kai]]
* [[Chi-Ha Kai (China)|Type 97 Chi-Ha Kai (China)]]

===Rank II===
* [[Chi-Ha Short Gun|Type 97 Chi-Ha Short Gun]]
* [[Chi-Ha LG|Type 97 Chi-Ha Long Gun]]
==Armaments==
===Tank Cannons===
* [[Type 97 (57 mm)]]

===Machine Guns===
* [[Type 97 (7.7 mm)|Type 97 heavy tank machine gun (7.7 mm)]]
* [[Type 97 navy (7.7 mm)|Type 97 aircraft machine gun (7.7 mm)]]
===Bombs===
* [[Navy Type 97 Number 6 (60 kg)|Type 97 No.6 (60 kg)]]

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Type 62 (Disambiguation)

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Gregorian year 1962, '''Type 62''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank IV===
* [[Type 62 (USSR)]]
* [[Type 62]]

==Tank Cannons==
* [[Type-62-85-TC (85 mm)|Type 62-85-TC]] - (Type 62 Tank Gun)

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Type 63 (Disambiguation)

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Gregorian year 1963, '''Type 63''' may refer to:

==Ground Vehicles==
===Rank III===
* [[ZSD63/PG87|ZSD63 (PG87)]] - (Type 63 APC w/ [[PG87 (25 mm)]])
===Rank IV===
* [[Type 63-I]]
===Rank V===
* [[ZTS63]] - (redesignation of a modernized Type 63 light tank)

==Tank Cannons==
* [[ZPL63 (85 mm)|ZPL63]] - (Type 63 Tank Gun)

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{{Navigation-Line|ATGM}}[[BGM-71 TOW]]{{-}}[[BGM-71A TOW]]{{-}}[[BGM-71B TOW]]{{-}}[[BGM-71C I-TOW]]

{{Navigation-Line|SAM}}[[FIM-92 Stinger]]{{-}}[[MIM146]]

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{{Navigation-Line|AAM}}[[Aspide-1A]]

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{{Navigation-Line|SAM}}[[Roland]]{{-}}[[VT1]]

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