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2 years

🧵New footage suggests the Russian tank industry is struggling to roll out modernized tanks! Manufacturers can't keep up with the demand of the war so Russia uses older tech to desperately modernize its tank fleet. 1/6 #Ukraine ️ #UkraineRussianWar #UkraineRussiaWar #sanctions

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🧵Comparison between the gunner thermal imaging systems of the T-90M and the M1A1SA tanks. #UkraineRussiaWar #m1a1sa #t90m #tanks #Ukraine

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Warehouse in Rubizhne full of T-90M tanks. Geolocation below, thanks to @ProtheanPrince #Ukraine #UkraineRussianWar #UkraineRussiaWar

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Both dual-barrelled Koalitsiya prototypes in the same photo. A russian fever dream of the past...

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FACT: In 2014 Ukraine was invaded by Russia under the guise of a pro-RU revolution. Below are tanks of Russia's 6th Tank Brigade, 136th Motor Rifle Brigade, 4th Guards Tank Division and 200th Motor Rifle Brigade on the territory of Ukraine in 2014. #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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A russian T-90M tank (callsign 'Kid') drives over a mine in Marinka and is abandoned by its crew after suffering damage. The russians proudly claim this is the 3rd time that the commander of this tank drove his T-90M over a mine... #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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2 years

🧵Recently, some footage showing the T-14 Armata on the assembly lines at Uralvagonzavod has been circulating... But upon closer inspection, this is one old tank! ⬇️ 1/5 #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar #UkraineRussianWar #Ukraine ️

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So, what is my conclusion of all this? It seems that Russia is desperate to modernize its tanks but it can't afford to keep up, which could be due to sanctions. This results in "hybrids" using tech designed for other tanks, crudely upgraded and sent to the frontlines. 5/6

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🧵At the Army-2024 event, the most recent variant of T-90M was shown. The tank featured an odd device on the hull rear, making people confused as to what it might be. Javelin decoy? Electronic warfare? The answer is much simpler. 1/3 #UkraineRussiaWar ️️ #UkraineWar

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2 years

However, that's not the most interesting thing. The tanks appear to have optics which do not match the T-80BVM's configuration. In fact, it turns out that they have the old 1G42 gunner sight paired with 1PN-96MT-02 thermals. 3/6

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The 1PN-96MT-02 sight was designed to be used to modernize the T-62 tank. Russia is likely using it because it is now unable to produce more modern Sosna-U optics for its T-72 and T-80 tanks. The same sight was seen on a T-72B tank receiving upgrades back in early January. 4/6

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4 months

🧵Simple Guide to Reactive Armours For new learners and curious folks.

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Russian media shows T-80BVM tanks in Luhansk oblast, Ukraine. At first sight, they appear to have some modifications: The ERA on the side skirts has been extended and the turret received a "netting" similar to that of T-90M. This appeared on recently upgraded T-72B3 tanks. 2/6

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🧵A new video appeared showing a fire starting inside a T-90M and many are claiming that the tank was hit by a missile. The cause of the fire, however, had nothing to do with the tank being hit by a projectile... #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar #Tanks

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Rubizhne, Luhansk oblast. One of these two warehouses. 48.985221875380724, 38.419315837734835

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One of the most underrated ERA: the Ukrainian "Nizh" (Knife). Small shaped charges are activated upon impact and damage the incoming projectile. It is small and very effective even against kinetic projectiles, potentially being better than Relikt. #UkraineRussiaWar #Ukraine ️

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🧵 VACUUM - The tangled history of Russia's high-power armour piercing shell.

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Video source: (Tanks from 3:53 to 4:31) 6/6

Эксклюзивный репортаж с передовой, где военные подавляют огневые точки националистов. Новости....

Самая горячая точка на карте противостояния националистам. Под Кременной сейчас самые ожесточенные бои. Российские штурмовые отряды действуют филигранно.

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American components (mainly semiconductors and processors) inside the Sosna-U sight of a T-90M tank. I personally doubt that the US sold these to Russia, but rather that Russia is buying them from other nations or illegally. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar #tanka

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Heavily damaged M1150 in Ukraine. The composite armor array is visible. #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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🧵 Counter arguments for RedEffect's video claiming that this image is photoshopped 1/9 #Ukraine #UkraineWar #UkraineRussiaWar #t90 #Tanks

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2 years

The exact same tank has appeared on footage from 2020, on the "Combat Approved" series by russian state television channel Telekanal Zvezda. Specifically, it appeared during the BMPT Terminator episode. 2/5

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2 years

The T-90M captured in Ukraine is more special and rare than at first glance. It features a brand new gunner's sight named "PNM-T" made using only domestic components. Few have it Read more about it here: #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar

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9 months

Comparison of the turrets of T-90A and T-90M. The T-90M turret is less angled, therefore less armoured than T-90A's, but it is more spacious. It is likely that the cheeks were thickened to combat the loss of protection, bringing it back to T-90A level while being more spacious.

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This is a lane marking system used together with russian mine roller systems such as the TMT-S or TMT-K. Its purpose is to let other troops know that the tank is crossing through a minefield, leaving behind bright signals that show its path. 2/3

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How can we verify that this is not just a new tank? Well, to start off, everything is laid out the same. Tools, items and other vehicles are in the same place as in 2020. Secondly, the T-14 appears to have the OLD frontal armor arrangement, from before 2022. 3/5

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M1A1SA: "GPS-LOS" (Imager: SADA 2) Zoom levels: 3x, 6x, 13x (Optical); 25x, 50x (Digital) ID range: ~6000-8000m Resolution: 1316x480 (16:9)

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What happens when a tank is not properly ventilated from toxic fumes ejected by the cannon breech? Carbon monoxide poisoning... In the 2020 Tank Biathlon, the chinese gunner fainted from inhaling these fumes... #Tanks #ARMY #tankmen #tank

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2 years

@TankDiary This feature was added with the AZ-185 autoloader fitted on tanks such as T-90A, T-72B3, T-90M... It was added for the ventilation of breech gas. After the tank fires, the hatch is opened automatically, then it opens again to eject the casing during the reloading sequence.

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🧵An alternate future that never was: TOS-1A and BM-21 Grad on the chassis of T-80U.

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Conclusion: The M1A1SA has a clear advantage over the T-90M when it comes to imaging capabilities. Despite both being considered 2nd generation thermals, the GPS-LOS has nearly twice the resolution and range. Generation is arbitrary, as the criteria differs with each nation.

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2 years

Even the T-90M shown to be located there appears again, together with the BMPT Terminators on the assembly line. 4/5

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1 year

FACT: The "separatists" in Donbass did not capture all of their tanks from Ukraine. Russia delivered hundreds of T-64s from their own stocks to the Donbass in 2014. A small part came from annexed Crimea, however most came from Russian warehouses. #UkraineWar #UkraineRussiaWar ️

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It consists of a simple system of pyrotechnic elements (flares) which can burn up to 6 minutes and are easily visible up to a kilometer away. They drop down from the metal container into the ground directly behind the tank, marking its path through a minefield. 3/3

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February 2015. The Russian Army's 5th Tank Brigade is spotted taking part in the battle for Debaltseve in Donetsk oblast, Ukraine. The evidence for Russia's silent invasion of Ukraine pre-2022 has existed for nearly a decade. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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In 2014, Russian TV showed a NATO modification of the T-72 that was captured in battle from Ukraine. Little did they know, this was proof of Russia's involvement in Donbass. The tank is a T-72B3 of Russia's 6th Tank Brigade, captured by Ukraine. #UkraineRussianWar #Ukraine ️

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I think we all know where the parade vehicles went... #VictoryParade #VictoryDay #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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The captured Russian T-80BVM is fitted with 4S20 (Kontakt-1) ERA produced in 1989. It was supposed to have 4S23 Relikt. The tank's protection is very compromised. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar ️

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2 years

Observation I made watching a video showing the ERA of a captured T-72B3 tank: The upper front plate appears to be equipped with Kontakt-1 ERA (4S20) produced in 1986 instead of the expected Kontakt-5 (4S22) #UkraineRussiaWar #UkrainianArmy #Ukrainian

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@TankDiary This feature was added with the AZ-185 autoloader fitted on tanks such as T-90A, T-72B3, T-90M... It was added for the ventilation of breech gas. After the tank fires, the hatch is opened automatically, then it opens again to eject the casing during the reloading sequence.

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12th November - T-90S (export T-90) in service with Wagner Group The triangular smoke grenade array indicates that this is an Indian T-90S Bhishma, like the other 3 we have seen so far... @Kunal_Biswas707 #Ukraine ️ #UkraineRussianWar #UkraineRussiaWar

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Ukrainian forces captured a T-90S export tank which was in service with RF army. The 3rd sighting of such a tank... #UkraineRussiaWar ️ #UkraineWar #UkraineRussianWar

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Contrary to popular belief, the first photo does not show an M1A2 tank with the M256E1 L/55 cannon. This is, infact, the XM291 cannon. Two had been made, a 120mm version (56 caliber) and a 140mm version, the latter of which was used on the "Thumper" and CATTB projects.

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T-90M: "Sosna-U" (Imager: Catherine-FC) Zoom levels: 4x, 12x (Optical); ID range: ~4500m Resolution: 768x574 (4:3)

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At the Army-2024 event, Russia showcased a T-14 Armata with the radar absorbing Nakidka thermal camouflage. It seems to cover the turret sensors, the radars and even the gunner's and commander's optics, blinding the tank and essentially disabling the APS and LWR.

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🧵The T-90M is known for being arguably the most protected tank of all the in-service russian MBTs but the turret side protection leaves a lot to be desired... #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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The reason for the fire is simple: old, improperly stored ammunition. The tank fires a shot and when the breech opens, burning pieces of propellant are ejected into the crew compartment. The improper conditions, especially a high level of moisture, degrade the ammunition.

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🧵Igor Mangushev has been shot in the head. He's known for holding the skull of a ukrainian soldier while giving a speech, but many aren't aware of how important of a target Igor truly was... An in-depth thread ⬇️ #Ukraine #UkraineRussianWar #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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Another side effect of firing this degraded ammunition is an excessive amount of gas blowing back into the crew compartment. This is not safe to inhale and after prolonged exposure can cause issues such as carbon monoxide poisoning.

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A closer look at the 1PN-96MT-02 thermal sight on the upgraded T-72B. #UkraineWar #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineRussianWar #Tanks #TankTwitter

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The main russian tank ERA types explained.

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The T-90A tank taken to Louisiana is a very rare model from 2005, sporting a T01-K05 "Buran-M" night vision sight. The tank does not feature a thermal imager. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar ️ #UkraineWar #tank

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My first post from 2024. I want you all to know that the M1 Abrams torsion bar suspension is asymmetric.

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Interesting photos allegedly from Ukraine... Russian 3BM60 APFSDS 'Svinets-2' These shells were made in the early 2000s and tanks like T-90A and T-72B3 are able to use them, but evidence of the shells being in service never came to light #UkraineRussiaWar #Ukraine ️ #UkraineWar

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Sources: New video: Old video: 5/5 (May need VPN)

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In the 2020 Tank Biathlon, the Chinese ZTZ-96 crew fainted from carbon monoxide poisoning due to inhaling toxic fumes from the gun breech combined with physical exhaustion. This happened after firing ammunition provided from Chinese stocks.

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What happens when a tank is not properly ventilated from toxic fumes ejected by the cannon breech? Carbon monoxide poisoning... In the 2020 Tank Biathlon, the chinese gunner fainted from inhaling these fumes... #Tanks #ARMY #tankmen #tank

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🧵A continuation of my previous thread More footage has been released by russian media, showing an older T-72B tank that has received upgrades recently. Let's check out some of the features... 1/4 #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineRussianWar #Ukraina

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Interestingly, the thermal imager in this Sodema sight complex is not the expected french "Catherine-FC", but the Russian domestically produced "Zarya" thermal imager. The development began in 2016 and the first prototype was tested in 2017. #UkraineRussiaWar #Ukraine ️

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Ukrainians unpacking a captured Sodema (Redut) FCS.

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T-90M covered in ERA got hunted down by FPVs and broke down right next to the Ukrainian flag. Quite symbolic. #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar #Ukraine

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Video of the BMPT Terminator being destroyed in Kreminna. It was destroyed by accurate artillery fire. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineRussianWar #UkraineWar #BMPT #Terminator #Tanks

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@AlternatNews This video is from October 2022, Luhansk oblast, Ukraine. It shows abandoned russian tanks which are being captured by ukrainian forces and painted with + symbols.

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@simpatico771 Yes, it is integrated into the commander's 50 caliber remote weapon station.

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@Trollstoy88 You cut out the part where they compare these costs to Soviet Union losses during WW2 (over 27 million casualties)... Russia also spent 750% more money in Ukraine than the USSR did in Afghanistan over a period of 10 years. Not looking good Trollstoy. Stop deceiving yourself.

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Gun stabilizers are one of the most significant inventions for the history of tanks. A clever solution to an issue plaguing every nation's tank force for decades: shooting accurately on the move.

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Igor Mangushev was assassinated behind frontlines on February 4th 2023 with a 9mm pistol. He was a more powerful man than even Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of Wagner Group. FSB agent, VDV veteran, Russian army Captain, PMC Leader and most importantly, international terrorist.

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@UAWeapons This is a T-90M. You can see the boxy auxiliary power unit in the rear of the tank

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Conclusion: I believe that this is likely a vismod / mockup of a T-90M built on top of a T-62, rather than a real tank upgrade. I don't believe RedEffect presented sufficient evidence to prove that it is photoshopped. It could be, but if it is, then there are no obvious signs.

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@PigLazer This is unlike any T-64 that I have seen...

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🧵Technical details about the 4S23 explosive element used in the Relikt protection package. #tanks #ERA #armour #Russia

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The ERA is mounted asymmetrically because it is not mounted on a T-90M turret... this is likely a result of amateur welding of a metal frame onto the T-62M's cheeks, similar to how Ukrainians used metal frames to mount Kontakt-1 ERA on Leopard 2A4. 2/9

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🧵Rough diagram of the hull side Relikt ERA used on T-72B3M, T-80BVM and T-90M tanks. Explosives are thinner than depicted, however this is a simplified representation meant to depict the general arrangement of the armour. #Russia #tanks #UkraineRussiaWar

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Object 188-1 "T-72BM". It looks like a normal T-90 at first, but some features differ. No TKN-4 commander sight, no Buran-PA gunner sight, no radiation lining on the upper plate. In essence, it is a T-72B with wind sensor, APS & LWR. T-72BM was accepted in service alongside T-90.

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@Teoyaomiquu T-80BV

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Originally, these were meant to be used on the Object 195 project, however the choice was made early on that the tank would only receive the 2A83. Two prototypes were built and the 195 tested its own new 152mm ammunition: GRIFEL-1 (DU), GRIFEL-2 (Tungsten), GRIFEL-3 (HE-F). 2/13

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Ukrainian forces captured a T-90S export tank which was in service with RF army. The 3rd sighting of such a tank... #UkraineRussiaWar ️ #UkraineWar #UkraineRussianWar

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The ukrainian forces have destroyed a 2nd T-90S export tank being used by the russian army. #UkraineRussiaWar ️ #UkraineWar #UkraineRussia

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🧵APFSDS is the backbone of tank vs tank engagements of the modern era. Many tend to focus on aspects such as length and velocity, but sometimes failure to penetrate a target can be caused by something entirely different.

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T-90M tank damaged by a Javelin ATGM fired by the 79th Air Assault Brigade of Ukraine. ERA appears to have detonated & crew abandoned the tank. The damage suffered by the tank is hard to estimate... #UkraineRussiaWar #Ukraine #UkraineWar

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P.S.: These prototypes are no longer in use / fabrication. The 2S35 Koalitsiya was later changed & put into service with 1 cannon instead of 2.

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Mounting two headlights instead of one would infact be possible, contrary to what RedEffect says. It would not be recommended, but it's possible. It is a logical decision to give the driver better visibility, but we know that russian modifications are not always logical. 3/9

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Reactive armours are everywhere in the modern era, on every battlefield, on the tanks of most nations. It has become an irreplaceable and crucial defense against increasingly powerful anti-tank munitions. Often coupled with modularity, they have changed tank warfare forever.

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As for the mudguards, the reason they appear like that is because they are too big for the T-62M. They don't fit because they were never supposed to. The rubber extends more than on T-90M's hull due to its geometry. However, this does not prevent them from being mounted. 4/9

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Thin plates are only effective against shaped charge munitions (Kontakt-1, ARAT etc.) Thicker plates will also be effective against kinetic munitions (Relikt, FY-4 etc.) Other types of non-conventional ERA exist, such as Nizh, using shaped charges to cut through the projectile.

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July 2023 More photos of 3BM60 Svinets-2 APFSDS with a Tungsten core being fielded to russian tank troops in Ukraine. Only two shells are visible. This ammunition is extremely rare. #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar

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The muzzle reference system is infact different & it is larger, but not edited. It is either a mockup or a laser rangefinder, different from the old one used by T-62M. It's likely decorative. The tank is probably intended to be a T-90M vismod, not a real upgrade. 5/9

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The biggest downsides of ERA are its large explosive content and lack of multi-hit capability. The explosive mixture being activated evenly throughout means that the entire protective block is spent and can not be reused.

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@EuromaidanPress This is not wood, it's a material called textolite. It's easy to confuse it because it's very dirty in the video, but they have vastly different properties.

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Reactive armours are a type of passive protection that reacts to an impact, working against the penetration of a projectile. They work primarily against shaped charges and in some cases kinetic projectiles. The main types of reactive armour are ERA, SLERA, NxRA and NERA.

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An isolated section view of the T-80UD exhaust and powerpack.

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Self-Limiting Reactive Armour (SLERA) This armour is highly similar to ERA, however its explosive content is reduced and semi localized. It has been most notably used on Israeli Merkava tanks. Sometimes the explosive compound will be combined with an energetic material.

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In the early 1990s, Yekaterinburg Plant No.9 received a request to create two new cannons of different calibers, but using a similar technology and design. The resulting cannons were the 125mm 2A82 cannon and the 152mm 2A83 cannon respectively. 1/13

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It appears that some russian tankers are still receiving the more powerful 3BM60 APFSDS as opposed to the usual 3BM42. In the video, a T-80BVM crew is unpacking the ammunition. #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWar #Ukraine

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Non-Explosive Reactive Armour (NxRA) This armour has no explosives. It uses only energetic materials in its composition, usually sandwiched between two plates. The energetic material reacts on impact, creating a localized energy outburst that bends the steel plates outwards.

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This is how the inside of the turret looks after firing several shots. The tanker was hospitalized after the race.

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Energetic materials react by releasing chemical energy on impact with a projectile (exploding, expanding, releasing gas etc.) Explosives are a type of energetic material, reacting very violently. Less violent materials may be used together with explosives in SLERA.

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NERA is the most safe, while ERA is the most dangerous. ERA offers the most protection, while NERA the least. Modern chemistry and material science have allowed for highly specific and incredibly safe yet effective energetic materials. They can be tailored for different needs.

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The casette bustle autoloader caught the attention of many engineers. The idea was to place the 900mm APFSDS in the bustle while keeping the carousel loaded with HE, HEAT-FS and ATGMs. This concept was used as the basis for the Object 640 Black Eagle and the Burlak R&D. 5/13

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@RusEmbUSA @PentagonPresSec @StateDept @DefenseOne @defense_news @starsandstripes @nytimes @fpleitgenCNN @thehill @AP @BusinessInsider @wpinvestigates My eyes are not a media outlet.

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RedEffect says Sosna-U/PNM-T is mounted on the tank, however I don't agree as it would be a very difficult task and the optics are not readily available. It's more likely that they put the empty housing on top of the T-62's real optics. Notice how it's at a slight angle. 6/9

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