TKX - Revision history

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 * ''links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.'' -->
-* [[Type 90 (Family)]]
+;Related Development
-* [[Type 10]]
+* [[Type 90 (Family)]] - <small>(predecessor)</small>
 == External links ==

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 {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
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-! colspan="5" | [[TKG (120 mm)|120 mm TKG]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
+! colspan="5" | [[TKG (120 mm)|120 mm TKG]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || Reloading rate (seconds)
 |-
 ! Mode !! Capacity !! Vertical !! Horizontal !! Stabilizer
 ! Stock !! Upgraded !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
-! Stock !! Full !! Expert !! Aced
+!Autoloader
 |-
 ! ''Arcade''
-| rowspan="2" | 35 || rowspan="2" | -7°/+10° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 28.6 || 39.5 || 48.0 || 53.1 || 56.5 || rowspan="2" | 4.00 || rowspan="2" | 4.00 || rowspan="2" | 4.00 || rowspan="2" | 4.00
+| rowspan="2" | 35 || rowspan="2" | -7°/+10° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 28.6 || 39.5 || 48.0 || 53.1 || 56.5 || rowspan="2" | 4.00
 |-
 ! ''Realistic''
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 ;Skins
 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=jp_tkx_prot Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

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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 '''{{Specs|name}}''', more precisely the '''TKX-2-0005''', is the 3rd prototype towards the [[Type 10]]. It was developed soon after the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] to supplement and replace the ageing [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]]. The TKX was designed between 2002 to 2009 until it was adopted in service in 2010 as the [[Type 10]]. Its primary function was to be lighter than the [[Type 90]] with equally effective armour, to access most Japanese infrastructure without hitting the weight limit, and a bigger emphasis on {{Annotation|C4I|command, control, communication, computer & intelligence}} which couldn't properly be fitted into the [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]].
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''', more precisely the '''{{Annotation|TKX-2-0005|New Tank Program 5 - Batch 2 - Tank 3}},''' is the 3rd prototype towards the [[Type 10]]. It was developed soon after the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] to supplement and replace the ageing [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]]. The TKX was designed between 2002 to 2009 until it was adopted in service in 2010 as the [[Type 10]]. Its primary function was to be lighter than the [[Type 90]] with equally effective armour, to access most Japanese infrastructure without hitting the weight limit, and a bigger emphasis on {{Annotation|C4I|command, control, communication, computer & intelligence}} which couldn't properly be fitted into the [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]].
 It was introduced in [[Update "Fire and Ice"]]. Providing the same great firepower as that of the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90 MBT]], its armour and mobility will be slightly different. Being a lighter vehicle, the armour is packaged more densely but with similar effectiveness, and the engine has been downgraded to save on weight. But the major selling point the TKX and Type 10 have over their bigger and older brother Type 90 is the new Type 10 APFSDS shell, which will far outshine the JM33/DM33 shell and compete with the end-tier shells of other countries. The TKX also has the additional benefit over the Type 10 of mounting a dozer blade once unlocked.

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		+	\| about = Japanese medium tank '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
		+	\| usage = other versions
		+	\| link = Type 10 (Family)
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 == 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).'' -->
-''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).''
+==== Challenges of New Millennium ====
 == Media ==

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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).'' -->
 The Type 10 series of tanks are a sidegrade of the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] supposed to supplement the latter by being lighter on Japanese infrastructure and improving on their electronic capabilities. With the main focus of the Type 10 being lighter than the Type 90, it swaps out the engine and transmission to a lighter model contributing the most to its weight re-distribution next to its smaller overall profile. Next to that the armour on the Type 10 is modular with the overall armour package being more efficient but still slightly heavier than on the Type 90, the {{PAGENAME}} comes in standard configuration at totalling 44 tons offering roughly the same armour equivalence to the Type 90. The improved FCS also includes the ability to fire the new Type 10 APFSDS shell through Gen 3 thermals.

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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).''
+{{main|Type 90#Usage_in_battles|l1=Type 90}}
-== Usage in battles ==
+The Type 10 series of tanks are a sidegrade of the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] supposed to supplement the latter by being lighter on Japanese infrastructure and improving on their electronic capabilities. With the main focus of the Type 10 being lighter than the Type 90, it swaps out the engine and transmission to a lighter model contributing the most to its weight re-distribution next to its smaller overall profile. Next to that the armour on the Type 10 is modular with the overall armour package being more efficient but still slightly heavier than on the Type 90, the {{PAGENAME}} comes in standard configuration at totalling 44 tons offering roughly the same armour equivalence to the Type 90. The improved FCS also includes the ability to fire the new Type 10 APFSDS shell through Gen 3 thermals.
 The {{PAGENAME}} is a highly mobile and fast-firing MBT that excels in flanking and sniping roles. However, its armour is not reliable and it is vulnerable to enemy fire, so it requires constant situational awareness and effective use of its hydropneumatic suspension, LWS, Laser Rangefinder and smoke grenades. The Type 10 should not engage in frontal assaults or close combat, but rather support allied MBTs from a safe distance and exploit its mobility and firepower to deal damage and relocate as needed. Getting early warnings of potential incoming fire thanks to its LWS, providing enough time and knowledge to retreat or dodge incoming shells.
 ;Notable Opponents
 * '''[[T-80 (Family)|T-80]]/[[T-72 (Family)|T-72]]''' - The Russian top-rank MBTs pose a dangerous opponent for the Type 10. They possess good firepower and frontal protection. Frontally, the player wants to aim at the lower plate or driver's port. If facing from the sides, be aware that the Russian ERA blocks may stop the shell (even one as powerful as the Type 10 APFSDS) and always note that it may take a follow-up shot to knock it out.
-* '''[[M1 Abrams (Family)]]''' - The M1A2 possesses good straight-line mobility that rivals the Type 10 with superior protection and survivability. The player wants to aim at the massive turret ring, this will usually knock out or cripple the tank. Take a follow up shot if needed. If turret ring is not visible, the player wants to aim at the gun breech or mantlet to knock out the gun and kill
+* '''[[M1 Abrams (Family)|M1 Abrams]]''' - The M1A2 possesses good straight-line mobility that rivals the Type 10 with superior protection and survivability. The player wants to aim at the massive turret ring, this will usually knock out or cripple the tank. Take a follow up shot if needed. If turret ring is not visible, the player wants to aim at the gun breech or mantlet to knock out the gun and kill
-* '''[[Challenger 2 (Family)]]''' - The Challenger 2 is a slow, large target with subpar protection against top battle-rating kinetic munitions. Though players should still beware of its 5-second (with ace crew) reload that is almost as fast as the Type 10's (within its ready rack range). The player can aim at its lower plate, drivers port or breech area.
+* '''[[Challenger 2 (Family)|Challenger 2]]''' - The Challenger 2 is a slow, large target with subpar protection against top battle-rating kinetic munitions. Though players should still beware of its 5-second (with ace crew) reload that is almost as fast as the Type 10's (within its ready rack range). The player can aim at its lower plate, drivers port or breech area.
-* '''[[Leopard 2 (Family)]]''' - Superior firepower and turret protection, these tanks have vulnerable hulls that are rather easy to penetrate with the Type 10 round. The player can aim lower plate. If the Leopard 2 is hull down - player can aim at the barrel or try to knock out the gun breech through a turret ring shot (Warning: Turret ring shots tend to be unreliable so be careful of the angle!)
+* '''[[Leopard 2 (Family)|Leopard 2]]''' - Superior firepower and turret protection, these tanks have vulnerable hulls that are rather easy to penetrate with the Type 10 round. The player can aim lower plate. If the Leopard 2 is hull down - player can aim at the barrel or try to knock out the gun breech through a turret ring shot (Warning: Turret ring shots tend to be unreliable so be careful of the angle!)
-* '''[[Leclerc (Family)]]''' - Mobile autoloaded tanks with decent protection, the Leclerc(s) have a large weak spot in the breech area that can disable the gun or possibly knock out the tank.
+* '''[[Leclerc (Family)|Leclerc]]''' - Mobile autoloaded tanks with decent protection, the Leclerc(s) have a large weak spot in the breech area that can disable the gun or possibly knock out the tank.
 === Pros and cons ===

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 <!-- ''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).''
 === Pros and cons ===
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 '''Pros:'''
-* Small profile
+* Autoloaded 120 mm cannon, 4-second reload unaffected by crew or fire
-* Autoloaded 120 mm cannon
+* Has access to 3rd generation thermal sights for the gunner and commander
-* Great mobility
+* Type 10 APFSDS round is competitive (Comparable to DM53, the 'improved' round on the Leopard 2A5)
 '''Cons:'''
-* Poor armour
+* Only three crew, a well-placed shot can easily cause a full crew knock-out
-* Slow elevation/depression speed
+* Can only carry 15 rounds before additional ammo is stored in the unsafe hull racks
 == History ==

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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 '''{{Specs|name}}''', more precisisly the '''TKX-2''' is the protototype towards the [[Type 10]], Developed soon after the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] to supplement and replace the aging [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]]. The TKX was designed between 2002 to 2009 until it was adopted in service in 2010 as the [[Type 10]]. Its primary function was to be lighter than the [[Type 90]] with an equally effective armour, to access most Japanese infrastructure without hitting the weight limit and a bigger emphasis on {{Annotation|C4I|command, control, communication, computer & intelligence}} which couldn't properly be fitted into the [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]].
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''', more precisisly the '''TKX-2-0005''' is the 3rd prototype towards the [[Type 10]], Developed soon after the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90]] to supplement and replace the aging [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]]. The TKX was designed between 2002 to 2009 until it was adopted in service in 2010 as the [[Type 10]]. Its primary function was to be lighter than the [[Type 90]] with an equally effective armour, to access most Japanese infrastructure without hitting the weight limit and a bigger emphasis on {{Annotation|C4I|command, control, communication, computer & intelligence}} which couldn't properly be fitted into the [[Type 74 (Family)|Type 74s]] and [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90s]].
-It was introduced in [[Update "Fire and Ice"]]. Being an introductory tank, and once there, a backup for the [[Type 10]]. Providing the same great firepower as that of the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90 MBT]], its armour and mobility will be slightly different. Being a lighter vehicle, the armour is packaged more densely and effectively to come to the same armour effectiveness, and the engine has been downgraded to save on weight. But the major selling point the TKX and Type 10 have over their bigger and older brother Type 90 is the new Type 10 APDSFS shell, which will far outshine the JM33/DM33 shell and compete with the end-tier shells of other countries.
+It was introduced in [[Update "Fire and Ice"]]. Being an introductory tank, and once there, a backup for the [[Type 10]]. Providing the same great firepower as that of the [[Type 90 (Family)|Type 90 MBT]], its armour and mobility will be slightly different. Being a lighter vehicle, the armour is packaged more densely and effectively to come to the same armour effectiveness, and the engine has been downgraded to save on weight. But the major selling point the TKX and Type 10 have over their bigger and older brother Type 90 is the new Type 10 APDSFS shell, which will far outshine the JM33/DM33 shell and compete with the end-tier shells of other countries. The TKX also has the additional benefit of mounting a dozer blade once unlocked over the Type 10.
 == General info ==