tank production since the late 30s have always wondered leadership of the Soviet Union.Continuing another test, taken into service new types of tanks.The confusion was sometimes utter.After World War II, it became clear that the "zoo" in the tank forces should be completely abolished.
To our time the designers have gone further: we need not just a main battle tank (MBT), but the whole modular platform on which it will be possible to create entirely new types of weapons other than the widest interchangeability and standardization of parts.An important step towards such a bold decision - complex "Armata", the creation of which the Russian military said since time immemorial.However, in recent years this has been a long-term construction is still a breakthrough (like).
When
all started in 2010 from the Ministry of Defense came the news that work on the project "Object 195" completely stopped.The Ministry considered that the T-95, which was developed under this designation, almost exactly MBT T-90, but because the troops did not need too.But before the designers had put another task: to create a completely new tank, built on different principles.
The terms of reference stated that the complex "Armata" was supposed to be fully ready for serial production no later than 2015.
What is this all about?
The press can often find the mistaken designation - "Armada".But the correct name - it is "Armata".So-called hard Undercarriage fourth generation, the development of which is continuing in 2009 (according to some reports, it was started much earlier).It is assumed that the characteristics of "Almaty was" significantly higher than those for even the T-90 all the latest modifications.
At its base our military expect to create as a new MBT, and an entirely new heavy infantry fighting vehicles (remember the Israeli "achzarit") heavy armored personnel carriers and BRDM various platforms for self-propelled guns, etc.In fact, the complex "Armata" is a universal chassis for tracked combat vehicles whose mass is between 30 and 65 tons.We remind you that America is an analogue of such a development platform GCV.
assumed that the new tanks T-14, created on the basis of the chassis, must be put into production no later than 2015.Theoretically, the armed forces of the Russian Federation will have to get about 2500 T-14 "Armata".
What will the army to "Almaty was»
happened as T-90 tanks to our Ministry of Defense were virtually not needed.In general, this has wine and Uralvagonzavod, representatives of which exhibited clearly inflated prices for their cars.Thus, representatives of the Army is not too understand why the cost of domestic tank only a little less German "Leopard", which is much heavier than the Russian MBT.
Meanwhile, the troops are actually no normal modern tanks.The number of T-90 of various modifications in our army does not exceed 500 units, which is clearly not enough in the case of reflection of a more or less serious military threat.The War Department plan to rectify the situation, constantly pursuing "a deep modernization" of the old T-72.
Immediately, we note that all characteristics of "Almaty was" strictly classified, and the existence of many components of the system and to this day causes a profound doubts of domestic and foreign experts.However, the fragmentary information from open sources and assumptions of analysts give a sufficiently general impression of the new car.
Estimated layout
emphasize once again that the main objective, which generally creates a complex "Armata" - getting the maximum standardized machines.Moreover, standardization should cover not only used weapons, but also the suspension and other technological elements of design.Even the Americans have nothing like that in the army there (it is hoped that we will do it).
seems to know exactly what plans there are two main options for the layout: with the rear and front-engine compartment.The suspension will probably be collected on six rinks, shock - vane type steering gear - differential, hydrostatic transmission.Transmission - fully automatic, on 12 stages.Most likely, there will be the ability to switch steps manually.
Check-Engine in a tank variant
peculiarity tank "Armata" (photo version has alleged in the article) will use a fully computerized control system and diagnostics.Simply put, even in the case of serious damage so the onboard computer must report where and what went wrong, than seriously make life easier for the mechanics of the tank.
improve the survivability of the machine on the battlefield
In addition, the new machine "Armata" (photo can be found in this article) will have dramatically increased survivability due to the location of the capsule shells in particular, separately from the habitable compartments of the tank.In theory, if it hits an enemy shell, or a cumulative anti-tank grenades, detonation of ammunition should not lead to the death of the crew.
Initially, this idea has been laid in "Object 195", also known as T-95 / T-99."Armata", presumably, will also have the possibility of placing the crew in a completely isolated from the capsule is particularly strong alloys.Designers put into the design of this machine is fully remote control in which tankers would not have to appear at all outside the car.In this regard, the platform "Armata" is quite unique.As though beaten and trite as it may sound, but analogues abroad do not.
Possible types of ammunition
The ammunition will include standard high-explosive, and cumulative-piercing projectiles.It is expected that there will be the possibility of firing guided missiles of class "surface-to-earth" and "ground-air" with automatic guidance.
Actually, a new tank "Armata", a photo which we put on the article, and not a tank.In fact - this is a full-fledged multi-purpose drum machine that can fight against the enemy infantry, tanks, artillery, helicopters, and even the enemy.Theoretically, it is also possible to fight and attack aircraft.
Detection tools
According to some reports, at the board will be virtually the same radar equipment as on the newest fighter jet T-50 PAK.In particular, the new tank "Armata" (photo confirms this) get radars operating in the Ka-band (26,5-40 GHz) by using the active phased array (AESA).This is a unique development, which is used in the manufacture of special ceramics.
Features phased
lattice itself consists of a large number of cells, each of which is a separate microwave transmitter.Failure of one element does not lead to a strong decrease in the power of the entire system.In addition, this antenna has the highest mobility, being able to quickly change the direction of the scan.In solving the problems of defensive and offensive nature of such a radar is simply the perfect solution.
Even nicer, he has just two variants of application: as a complex fire detection and control, as well as active protection system of the T-14 "Armata".Active antenna is able to rapidly detect and locate multiple targets long before approaching the tank.The fire control system is able to automatically suggests and destroy them in a fully autonomous mode.
reported that the new radar system will simultaneously "keep" up to 40 active goals.The index, which is simply not available for combat vehicles of foreign manufacturers!In addition (as a former leader of the T-99), "Armata" will be able to identify at a distance of 100 km target, the diameter of which does not exceed 0.3 m. Of course, followed by their complete destruction.
Features armor
Not without a completely new armor.Fortunately, our defense industry has always had great ability in this area, so that the development of the new armor was made as soon as possible.
Most likely, the platform "Armata" will use the armored steel of 44C-Saint-III, has a special strength characteristics.This material was created by JSC "NII Stali".Its key feature is the extremely low weight.This will not only ease the weight of the machine, start to create a relatively easy and secure BMP on the same platform, but also significantly increase the volume of the internal space (great capacity, comfort of the crew).
Powerplant
As such, will be used in 1200-hp engine A-85-3A (diesel, of course), who will give not less than 2000 hours of operation, during which can be used tank "Armata".Russia finally mastered techniques of manufacture of normal diesel, so ask for help from the German designers no longer have to.Maximum power - 1500 l / s.It is expected that before the end of the running will be a hardware limitation of 1,200 horsepower, which will greatly increase the life of the engine.
produces power plant will be at the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant.On what foundation is the confidence in using it?The fact that all tests of this engine has been fully completed in 2011, but to this day he is not used.
logical to assume that this is the engine and the tank will get "Armata".Russia, if it really happens, will of the leaders, not only for the production of heavy armored vehicles, but also in the field of diesel engines normal for her.This will raise the prestige of our industry in the international arena, to receive more orders from prospective buyers.
Cannon
Since at the time the developers have clearly defined rejection of the gun caliber 152 mm T-95/99 can safely say that the new tank "Armata" get a gun caliber of 122-125 mm.This is logical, as new types of ammunition allow dramatically increase the power of the gun, without increasing the overall dimensions to obscene proportions.
as a "candidate" for the installation of the tower of the new machine can be considered a 125-mm gun 2A82, which was developed and tested in the early 2000s.After only six years of the three existing models already shoot more than two thousand shots, so that claims to the reliability of the new sample the developers just do not.In addition, through the use of new materials and production technologies, managed to reduce the rate of dispersion of projectiles at once by 15%.Most likely, the overall length of the gun will be seven meters.
We have already said that the new tank "Armata" is armed with a variety of new digital systems, which are responsible for the accuracy and firing.In particular, the new OMS constantly synchronizes data obtained with ballistic computer, which should dramatically improve the accuracy of the sudden fire.Today we know that already planned further modernization of both the gun and ammunition for it existing.
new ammunition
There is evidence that the Russian tank "Armata" will shoot projectiles that have been developed and put into service last year.Already in full swing their production, batch shells straight swing in government arsenals, where the establishment of a regulatory reserve.Most likely, by the time t. "Armata" will be adopted for in the arsenal is full of shells for conducting real combat shooting, and for the training of new crews.
machine gun armament
In service has paired 7.62-mm machine gun PKTM, which is connected to the gun.The stock of ready-to-use cartridges - a thousand pieces.The same number is stored in boxes of spare parts, which are fixed to the stern of the machine.In addition, armed with 12.7-mm machine gun "Kord".For him, ready to use is exactly 300 ammunition cartridges.The same number is in the same box of spare parts.
Active protection
highlight of the new tank is KAZ "Afghani".This system allows active protection to deal with anti-tank missiles and grenades, even at very small distances (no more than 15-20 meters from the car).The system was developed in the Kolomna KBM.It is known that it can intercept missiles flying at a speed of 1700 m / s.In addition, it will probably be used in a special explosively formed penetrator, patented in this country.Putting it on purpose - automatic and does not require confirmation of the operator.
Dynamic protection
design blocks dynamic protection similar to that which was first developed by JSC "NII Stali".Blocks (housing) are mounted on the sides of the tank, but will be charged an active substance only on the eve of hostilities (or the danger thereof).Feed zone "Almaty was" to be protected by standard latticed screens.
