under the tank should understand the type of armored fighting vehicle on tracks.As the main equipment of modern tanks have a gun.
What is the tank?
first combat vehicles equipped with machine guns in the main.It was only after World War II, designers began to experiment.Accordingly, there were tanks that were Missiles.There were some models that were equipped with flamethrowers.Modern tanks are not clearly defined.Even older models also did not respond to a common specification.This is due to the fact that their concept is changed regularly.In various armies fighting vehicle has its own unique features.If you take the models that appeared during the First World War, at the present stage they have tanks and hardly anyone would call.It should also be noted that some of the cars were called small tanks and tankettes.And there are models that have not been turning tower.The experts define them as superheavy ACS.
Features
Modern tanks have one main distinguishing feature in comparison with other types of tracked combat vehicles equipped with cannons.We are talking about the possibility of a rapid transfer of fire in a fairly wide limits as the elevation angles and horizontal angles.In a great number of models like the opportunity to realize the designers managed by mounting a gun into a special rotating tower.However, there were exceptions.
There are also self-propelled artillery, which in many ways is very similar to modern tanks.However, they need to solve very different problems: the destruction of enemy combat vehicles.Cope with such a task, they ambush or by means of fire support to the troops, settling in the closed position.In this regard, there are some differences from the tanks.Basically, it refers to the balance between firepower and degree of protection.
Improvement armored
modern Russian tanks, both in principle and fighting vehicles from other countries, have been received in the course of continuous improvement.Over long periods of time improved service.Mostly it concerns parameters such as the size, the initial velocity of the projectile, firing accuracy.Even in the Soviet Army adopted a fighting machine equipped with a 125-mm tank shells.Since then, similar weapons, together with all its modifications considered mandatory and is used in all production models.
For all those years, in which the serial production, combat weapon undergone several changes.They concerned the increase in operational parameters.Improve the accuracy of fire.And the main hallmark of modern weapons from the first 125-mm gun 2A46 considered automatic loader.There is also a possibility of using anti-tank missiles managed type, which occurs through the start gun barrel.
Differences from foreign-made models
If we compare the American, British and German tanks, modern domestic cars are different from them in that during firing armor-piercing projectiles penetrated by the guns opponent is much higher.Note, however, that domestic models are equipped with guided missiles.This allows you to successfully hit the enemy combat means, located at a distance of up to 5 kilometers.The enemy in such moments of firepower is not particularly effective.
Assessing fighting vehicles, do not forget about the lightly armored and soft-skinned vehicles, which necessarily must be present on the battlefield.Domestic models have a full-fledged high-explosive shells, combat power that quite confident ahead of the performance of Western models.It should be clarified that even the most modern tank contains foreign armed missiles with buckshot.
What is the result?
Thanks to combat vehicles in the domestic production of guided weapons, the tanks have a certain advantage in the battle, which takes place at great distances.In addition, modern Russian tanks are equipped with an effective means of destroying lightly armored vehicles.However, domestic models are not able to provide a reliable defeat of the modern combat vehicles, which are in service in other countries.
Perspective fighting vehicle Russian
Not so long ago the Ural Transport Engineering Design Bureau has received the task to create a number of tracked platforms "Armata".This is the armored recovery vehicle, a heavy infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers assault.Of course, it should be designed and tank.There is a chance that designers will be engaged in the development of a combat vehicle, which is necessary to support the tanks.Given the timing of it is likely that this will use the existing baggage "Object 195".
Talking about the modern Russian tanks, it should be noted that the "Armata" should be a little smaller, cheaper, simpler and easier than the "Object 195".Equipped with the latest war machine include powerful enough armor, behind which will be located isolated bronekapsuly manned, automated combat compartment equipped with an uninhabited tower at the top, the engine compartment.It is planned that an instrument will be high enough.
discussing modern Russian tanks, it must be said that the "Armata" must be equipped with dynamic protection of new generation.In addition, it is planned to equip combat vehicle active protection.The tank should be armed with a 125 mm smoothbore gun.This gun will be located on a new version of the T-90AM.The gun has all the necessary capabilities to defeat almost any tank NATO.
Presumably the most advanced tank in the world "Armata" classified.Naturally, there is speculation about him, but as far as they correspond to reality - is unknown.These data on the combat vehicle shall be announced in 2015.
guns must comply
It is clear that the most modern tank in the world must have the appropriate weapons.Firepower is a fundamental properties of combat vehicles.Continual improvement opportunities defeat enemy forces on the key consideration when designing tank.
As described above, the main domestic gun until recently was the model 2A46M.Last modification 2A46M-5 is characterized by a high precision shooting and less than the total dissipation during fire.Due to improvements the opportunity to produce the newest fire armor-piercing projectiles of increased power.
best modern tanks which are in service with foreign countries, are equipped with 120 mm smoothbore gun.The shells, which are used, are characterized by high performance armor penetration.
development of powerful tools for the new tank
Naturally, designers, engaged in the production of basic combat vehicle, pays great attention to such parameter as firepower.In the 2000s, it has been made the latest 125-mm gun 2A82.It can fire both existing and promising shells.The technical level is much higher than the guns already made tank shells, including 120-mm system described above.
Based on the above, even the best modern tanks of the world will give way to combat vehicle "Armata", equipped with this type of weapon.And it is worth noting that today is known about the production of more powerful domestic gun caliber 152 mm.
This will allow the tank "Armata" occupy a worthy place among the most modern combat aircraft in the world.
List of tanks that can be considered modern
For a long time there are constant disputes about what a more modern tank.Rather, such discussions never end.This is due to the fact that different countries do not spare money by investing in the development of its millions of dollars.Below are listed the best of modern tanks in the world.
positions are located on the tenth wonder of Iranian-made called "Zulfikar".This Soviet T-72 tank, seriously modified by Iranian engineers.For modifications were taken parts used in the production of the American military machine M-48.Tank "Zulfikar" is equipped with smoothbore gun 2A46, which is paired with two machine guns.They are necessary for the destruction of enemy air forces.Fire on the run being 23-kilogram shells.The initial velocity of flight is 850 m / s.
Talking about modern tanks of the world, should be allocated Ukrainian T-84.This war machine is located in the 9 position.Thanks to the excellent ratio of power and weight of the power unit, it was called the "flying tank".Due to the fact that one ton of weight accounts for about 24 liters.s., combat vehicle up to 75 kilometers per hour.The tank is equipped with a 125 mm smoothbore gun, which is paired with a machine gun.On the tower is located anti-aircraft machine gun.Also, there are some models that are equipped with 120-mm smoothbore gun, focused on NATO shells.Ukrainian tank is an improved model of the domestic production of T-80.
South Korea, and China does not lag behind other countries
in eighth position in the list of "Modern tanks of the world" is located fighting vehicle production Korean K1A1.It is characterized by a composite armor, which protects the crew.Machine equipped with 120 mm smoothbore gun, supplemented with three machine guns.Tank is a modification of the model M1A1 "Abrams", which has been adapted for use on the territory of South-East Asia.
fighting vehicle of Chinese-made Tour 99 on the list of "Top modern tanks of the world."It is an improved model of the T-72.The available active protection that is effective against missiles.Tank Chinese production boasts the presence of active opposition rangefinders, target designators and missiles by blinding laser.Fighting vehicle equipped with a 125 mm gun, which allows fire shells with depleted uranium.It is also possible to produce shots of reactive missiles managed type.In addition, the tank is equipped with machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades blocks.
French and British tanks took their places in the list
considering new, modern tanks, highlight the model AMX-56 "Leclerc".At one time, this war machine of French production was considered the best in the world.Travel speed reached 75 km / h.The tank was characterized by exceptional maneuverability, armor multilayer ceramic, tungsten and titanium.We used 120-mm smoothbore gun with automatic loader.Boeukladki could hold up to 18 rounds.In addition, "Leclerc" was equipped with two machine guns.French tanks, in addition to all of the above, was the most expensive model in the world.At the present stage, this war machine occupies the sixth position in the ranking.
Talking about modern tanks, photos of which can be seen in this review, we can not isolate the British model Challenger 2. It is the second generation of combat vehicles series "Challenger", whose production began in 1994.Regardless of the elderly, the tank is able to provide good protection for the crew.Equipped with a 120-mm rifled gun, which noticeably distinguishes this war machine from the other models.The instrument has high accuracy of fire, produced over long distances.The tank is also equipped with several machine guns and mortars.
Israel confidently occupies the fourth place in the ranking
Israeli war machine called the Merkava IV is characterized by the best protection of the crew.In appearance it resembles a dot on the tracks.The tank is equipped with a 120 mm smoothbore gun, which allows you to shoot missiles LAHAT.The tank is equipped with several machine guns, mortars and 12 grenades.Due to the specific design of combat vehicle can only be used on the area, which is characterized by the presence of solid ground.
third place in the list
The third position was able to consolidate the new Russian-made tanks T-90.It is equipped with a 125 mm smoothbore gun fifth modification which allows the firing armor-piercing, cumulative, high-explosive, piercing projectiles, and special missiles aimed at the destruction of tanks.On the roof is fixed machine gun, which can produce about 800 rounds per minute.With this tool, you can hit the air targets.There is one machine gun, which is paired with a gun.With it you can produce about 250 rounds per minute, hitting a target at a distance of two kilometers.
second leading combat vehicles from Germany
There is a list, and the German tanks.Modern combat vehicles Leopard 2 models are characterized by having a three-layer composite armor, which included are tungsten and steel.The tank is armed with a 120 mm gun, which is considered one of the best.There are several guns, one of which is paired with a gun, and the second fixed on the hatch.With it, you can hit the air targets.At the present stage of the German tank production adopted in 18 countries.
Topping the list
dominant position in the list of ranked one of the most famous tanks of the world - "Abrams".This war machine has participated in three wars and has experienced some pretty significant upgrades.The tank is equipped with a 105-mm rifled gun.There is also an option, which presumes that the war machine can be armed with 120-mm smoothbore gun, coupled with a machine gun.On the sides of the tank mounted grenade launchers, allowing fire smoke grenades.
Conclusion In this review, we talked about what the prospects are in Russia in the field of tank construction.It is not that they are too small or invisible.On the contrary, there is every chance to make a leap forward and make the best tank.
The review also lists the best modern tanks of the world (2014).Naturally, this list more than once upgraded.This is due to the fact that all countries are trying to become the best in this area.And it is possible that within a short period of time, the rating of tanks completely changed.After all, every manufacturer wants to get to the lead.We hope that this review will help you understand what kind of tanks are considered the most advanced to date.
