Dazzler
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That's little bit exaggeration.
On the contrary, thats the truth. Its armor, especially the turret front is commendable.
Desert conditions are difficult on tanks. M1's issue in gulf wars was more the dust disrupting the turbine's performance. Not so much the gun. They can wrap seals around the muzzle.
This is indeed impressive for Oplot if true but I've a very hard time believing a sub 50 tonne Soviet cast armour based tank can withstand even 90s ammunition. Okay add modifications, modernisation of armour, and some of the best ERA in the world, it should be quite a well protected tank. But that sabot round is designed to penetrate 60+ tonne 21st century armour. Maybe the new ERAs are highly effective though. Maybe Norinco can purchase Duplet for export option. BTW Dazzler could you supply any sources of information or if you can disclose any specifics?
Cast armor? Ukrainians abandoned cast armor back in the 90s. The t-80ud and 84 series contain all welded esr refined HHS steel construction.