T-72B3 - Revision history

U103691029: change the reload to Autoloader

2023-12-25T06:57:06Z

change the reload to Autoloader

U44629479: U44629479 moved page Help:T-72B3 to T-72B3 over a redirect without leaving a redirect

2023-12-18T19:12:51Z

U44629479 moved page Help:T-72B3 to T-72B3 over a redirect without leaving a redirect

U18586519: U18586519 moved page T-72B3 to Help:T-72B3

2023-12-18T18:46:48Z

U18586519 moved page T-72B3 to Help:T-72B3

U4656018: Additions to usage in battle for pre/post upgraded T-72B3

2023-11-26T10:02:02Z

Additions to usage in battle for pre/post upgraded T-72B3

U74396666: New Description Project - USSR Priority: T-72B3

2023-11-19T13:08:02Z

New Description Project - USSR Priority: T-72B3

U63721895: The t72b3 model contains both the 4s24 soft case era on the side and the 4s22 era that is found on top of the turret sides as seen in the blueprint illustrations.

2023-10-19T01:56:23Z

The t72b3 model contains both the 4s24 soft case era on the side and the 4s22 era that is found on top of the turret sides as seen in the blueprint illustrations.

U63721895: /* Pros and cons */ The ERA blocks that are used on the t73b3 UBH model are 4s22 and not 4s24. the 4s24 era blocks are used on the bmp 3 modification.

2023-10-19T01:49:02Z

‎Pros and cons: The ERA blocks that are used on the t73b3 UBH model are 4s22 and not 4s24. the 4s24 era blocks are used on the bmp 3 modification.

U38088265: Reverted edits by U8359201 (talk) to last revision by U38088265

2023-03-25T16:15:49Z

Reverted edits by U8359201 (talk) to last revision by U38088265

U8359201: /* History */ Updated the history section

2023-03-24T18:30:06Z

‎History: Updated the history section

U38088265 at 23:00, 7 February 2023

2023-02-07T23:00:26Z

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-! colspan="5" | [[2A46M-5 (125 mm)|125 mm 2A46M-5]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
+! colspan="5" | [[2A46M-5 (125 mm)|125 mm 2A46M-5]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || Reloading rate (seconds)
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 ! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
 ! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
-! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
+! Autoloader
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 ! ''Arcade''
-| rowspan="2" | 45 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+13° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 38.1 || 52.7 || 64.0 || 70.8 || 75.3 || rowspan="2" | 7.10 || rowspan="2" | 7.10 || rowspan="2" | 7.10 || rowspan="2" | 7.10
+| rowspan="2" | 45 || rowspan="2" | -5°/+13° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 38.1 || 52.7 || 64.0 || 70.8 || 75.3 || rowspan="2" |7.10
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 ! ''Realistic''

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of the creation and combat usage of the vehicle, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the ground vehicle in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''T-72B3''' is an up-gunned and armoured modification of the [[T-72B]], which is the third variant of the [[T-72 (Family)|T-72 main battle tank family]]. To simplify supply lines, old stocks of T-72B variants held in reserve were upgraded with components used in the new T-90 main battle tank family in 2010. The modernisation program focuses primarily on the implementation of a new fire control system, in addition to performing an extensive upgrade on every tank, such as more powerful V-92S2 engines, a new steering system in the driver's compartment, and new universal, twin-pin tracks. While the tank commander's sight retains an upgraded version of the legacy TKN-3MK sight, the gunner's sight now has access to thermal imaging equipment as well as the new PNM Sosna-U panoramic multi-spectral sensor, which is a multi-channel, panoramic sight with a built-in laser rangefinder.
+The '''T-72B3 (Object 184M-3)''' is an up-gunned and armoured modification of the [[T-72B]], which is the third variant of the [[T-72 (Family)|T-72 main battle tank family]]. To simplify supply lines, old stocks of T-72B variants held in reserve were upgraded with components used in the new T-90 main battle tank family in 2010. The modernisation program (as the '''T-72B3M'''; post-2016 production) focuses primarily on the implementation of a new fire control system, in addition to performing an extensive upgrade on every tank, such as more powerful V-92S2 engines, a new steering system in the driver's compartment, and new universal, twin-pin tracks. While the tank commander's sight retains an upgraded version of the legacy TKN-3MK sight, the gunner's sight now has access to thermal imaging equipment as well as the new PNM Sosna-U panoramic multi-spectral sensor, which is a multi-channel, panoramic sight with a built-in laser rangefinder.
 Introduced in [[Update "Raining Fire"]], the T-72B3 provides players with cutting-edge technology. With the much-needed thermal imaging equipment for the gunner's sight, players will be able to easily spot enemies from a distance. While all of these improvements do not eliminate its main flaw, which is the extremely slow reverse speed, they do make this tank one of the most powerful members of the T-72 main battle tank family to date. Players will be pleased to have this tank at their disposal, as it will undoubtedly perform well in battle.
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 [[File:T-72B3_weak_spots.png|400px|thumb|right|Vulnerable areas of the T-72B3's frontal profile. The gunner's sight is a risky shot as it has a chance of ricocheting.]]
-Overall, the armour protection of the T-72B3 can be considered almost the same as in the [[T-90A]] and [[T-80U]]. The T-72B3, similar to the [[T-72B (1989)]] and T-90A, has access to the CONTACT-5 ERA. This ERA (different from Relict and CONTACT-1 seen in other T-72B series) has the particularity that it has stopping power against APFSDS (similar to Dorchester). Different from other T-72s and T-90A, this tank also gets access to the multi-layer Relict ERA in the side-skirts and slat armour (cage) on the engine deck sides and rear. Fuel tanks on either side of the driver can soak up some shrapnel and add to the overall survivability although they are most likely to be lit on fire if hit with HEAT-FS or an ATGM. However, as with all Russian autoloaded MBTs, there are only three crew members so a well-placed shot is capable of causing a crew knock-out. Despite having a carousel autoloader which is not protected by any blast shield like on the [[Leclerc]] and [[Type 90]] MBTs, it is harder to ammo rack compared to the T-80s especially since the ammo is scattered horizontally on top of each other ("=" in this shape) and not in an L shape (in which charges are vertical and projectiles are horizontal). This reduces the chances of ammo rack compared to the T-80s. However, all side shots on the hull will be lethal regardless of the carousel as said shot will take out two crew members. The ERA offers really good protection against chemical energy penetrators such as HEAT-FS, ATGMs, and anti-tank grenades, having a protection of 420 mm against chemical energy and 120 mm against kinetic energy. This makes the tank capable of withstanding hits of all HEAT-FS of the BR (most of them penetrate between 320 mm to 480 mm) and ATGMs (between 400 mm to 1,000 mm). It should be noted that ERA itself cannot stop all the spalling created by the premature explosion, the armour plating is what stops the spalling in case the ATGM has more penetration than what the ERA can withstand.
+Overall, the armour protection of the T-72B3 can be considered almost the same as in the [[T-90A]] and [[T-80U]]. The T-72B3, similar to the [[T-72B (1989)]] and T-90A, has access to the Kontakt-5 ERA. This ERA (different from Relict and Kontakt-1 seen in other T-72B series) has the particularity that it has stopping power against APFSDS (similar to Dorchester). Different from other T-72s and T-90A, this tank also gets access to the multi-layer Relict ERA in the side-skirts and slat armour (cage) on the engine deck sides and rear. Fuel tanks on either side of the driver can soak up some shrapnel and add to the overall survivability although they are most likely to be lit on fire if hit with HEAT-FS or an ATGM. However, as with all Russian autoloaded MBTs, there are only three crew members so a well-placed shot is capable of causing a crew knock-out. Despite having a carousel autoloader which is not protected by any blast shield like on the [[Leclerc]] and [[Type 90]] MBTs, it is harder to ammo rack compared to the T-80s especially since the ammo is scattered horizontally on top of each other ("=" in this shape) and not in an L shape (in which charges are vertical and projectiles are horizontal). This reduces the chances of ammo rack compared to the T-80s. However, all side shots on the hull will be lethal regardless of the carousel as said shot will take out two crew members. The ERA offers really good protection against chemical energy penetrators such as HEAT-FS, ATGMs, and anti-tank grenades, having a protection of 420 mm against chemical energy and 120 mm against kinetic energy. This makes the tank capable of withstanding hits of all HEAT-FS of the BR (most of them penetrate between 320 mm to 480 mm) and ATGMs (between 400 mm to 1,000 mm). It should be noted that ERA itself cannot stop all the spalling created by the premature explosion, the armour plating is what stops the spalling in case the ATGM has more penetration than what the ERA can withstand.
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 == Usage in battles ==
-<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
+<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->As one of the most-produced MBT in Russia, T-72B series received extensive upgrades throughout the 21st century; which T-72B3 inherited the protection of post-1989 models with Kontakt-5 ERA blocks on both the chassis and turret, making its performance identical to its 10.0 counterpart. After T-72B3M (UBH modification) upgrades in 2016, players will find the tank very similar to the flying fortress from Leningrad/Omsk - [[T-80BVM]] with 4S24 "soft-case" ERA packs on the sides, as well as rear fences around the engine bay. While it lacks the mobility of T-80 series, the overall protection will still prove useful at top-tier battles with careful planning.
-''Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).''
 '''Enemies worth noting:'''

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Russian medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Raining Fire"]].
+The '''T-72B3''' is an up-gunned and armoured modification of the [[T-72B]], which is the third variant of the [[T-72 (Family)|T-72 main battle tank family]]. To simplify supply lines, old stocks of T-72B variants held in reserve were upgraded with components used in the new T-90 main battle tank family in 2010. The modernisation program focuses primarily on the implementation of a new fire control system, in addition to performing an extensive upgrade on every tank, such as more powerful V-92S2 engines, a new steering system in the driver's compartment, and new universal, twin-pin tracks. While the tank commander's sight retains an upgraded version of the legacy TKN-3MK sight, the gunner's sight now has access to thermal imaging equipment as well as the new PNM Sosna-U panoramic multi-spectral sensor, which is a multi-channel, panoramic sight with a built-in laser rangefinder.
-The T-72B3 is a 2010s upgrade of the venerable [[T-72B (1989)]]. It now has thermal sights for the gunner and the same ammunition selection as the preceding [[T-90A]]; useful improvements that allow it to fight top-tier tanks effectively while retaining the T-72B's strong armor, but the unimproved mobility really hurts at its rank. What really brings out this tank's potential is the T-72B3 UBH modification, which installs a 1,130 horsepower engine, adds ERA to the hull and turret sides, and drastically improves the gun handling. This does not completely eliminate the T-72's flaws, such as the 5 km/h reverse speed, but it does make the UBH arguably the ultimate member of the T-72 family in War Thunder — in many respects it is actually better than the T-90A it was intended to be an affordable supplement to, and it complements its distant cousin, the [[T-80U]], as an alternative with lower agility but superior firepower.
+Introduced in [[Update "Raining Fire"]], the T-72B3 provides players with cutting-edge technology. With the much-needed thermal imaging equipment for the gunner's sight, players will be able to easily spot enemies from a distance. While all of these improvements do not eliminate its main flaw, which is the extremely slow reverse speed, they do make this tank one of the most powerful members of the T-72 main battle tank family to date. Players will be pleased to have this tank at their disposal, as it will undoubtedly perform well in battle.
 == General info ==

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 * Has access to 2nd generation thermals for the gunner
-* Decent side armour with the UBH package, the 4S22 ERA can stop HEAT rounds and ATGMs from the side.
+* Decent side armour with the UBH package, the 4S22 and 4S24 ERA can stop HEAT rounds and ATGMs from the side.
 ** UBH package also upgrades the engine for better mobility
 * Decent turret protection, made even better with the UBH upgrade

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 * Has access to 2nd generation thermals for the gunner
-* Decent side armour with the UBH package, the 4S24 ERA can stop HEAT rounds and ATGMs from the side.
+* Decent side armour with the UBH package, the 4S22 ERA can stop HEAT rounds and ATGMs from the side.
 ** UBH package also upgrades the engine for better mobility
 * Decent turret protection, made even better with the UBH upgrade

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 == History ==
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-The T-72B3 is a modernized version of the [[T-72 (Family)|T-72]] main battle tank, which was originally developed by the Soviet Union in the 1970s. The T-72 has seen extensive combat use around the world, and is considered to be one of the most prolific tanks in history.
+The T-72B3 is the latest modification to the T-72B family. It was a 2011 modification of reserved T-72s which made a complete overhaul to set them on par with the T-90A, T-90S and T-90M MBTs. It featured a change of universal standard double-pin tracks for easier maintenance. It got a heavy increase in firepower which put it at par with the T-90s quickly. It got the Kalina fire control system, kept the past 1A40-4 FCS with 1K13-49 Neman ATGM guidance sight and received the PNM Sosna-U GPS. The autoloader, as the T-90's, was modified to fit longer, more modern ammunition, {{Annotation|3VBM19|3BM44M + 3BM42M Lekalo projectiles}}, {{Annotation|3VBM20|3BM46 Svinets}}, {{Annotation|3VBM22|3BM59 Svinets-1}} and {{Annotation|3VBM23|3BM60 Svinets-2}}. With the {{Annotation|UBKh|Improved Battle Characteristics}} package installed, the vehicle is brought up to the T-72B3M obr. 2016g. standard. The 840hp V-84-1 engine is replaced with the 1100hp V-92S2F, a 2E58 stabilizer with electromechanical drive is fitted, Relikt ERA was fitted on the hull alongside soft-bag ERA on the turret, slat armor to protect against rocket propelled grenades, the main gun is replaced with the 2A46M-5-01, and a 6P49 Kord-T is installed in a RCWS.
 == Media ==

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 |code=ussr_t_72b3_2011
-|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg}}
+|images={{Specs-Card-Image|GarageImage_{{PAGENAME}}.jpg|GarageImage_T-72B3_UBH.jpg}}
 }}