Is T-62 obsolete?
T-62 production was maintained at Uralvagonzavod until 1973 when it was replaced on the production lines by the T-72. Until the end of production 20,000 T-62 main battle tanks were produced by Uralvagonzavod. Production in the Soviet Union was stopped in 1975.
Does the T-62 have an autoloader?
While the T-62 did not feature an automatic loader (as would become characteristic of later Soviet tanks), it had a unique “ejection port” built into the back of the turret, which would open as the main gun recoiled, ejecting spent shell casings outside.
What is the difference between the Type 69 and Type 79 tanks?
The Type 69 was upgraded with Western systems such as the British Marconi FCS, and the L7 105 mm gun. The new version received the designation Type 79, which represented the conclusion of China’s first-generation tank development.
Is the T-69 II G a real tank?
An improved derivative of the Type 69, the T-69 II G is one of many Chinese tanks hailing from the lineage of the original Type 59, itself a version of the Soviet T-54. The vehicle represented in War Thunder is an early version of the II G as initially exported to Bangladesh.
What kind of engine does a Type 69 have?
Type 69 – Prototype based on the Type 59 hull, fitted with new 580 hp diesel engine, Type 69 100 mm smoothbore gun, IR searchlight, and laser rangefinder. Type 69-I – Prototype incorporating some technologies from captured Soviet T-62 MBT, such as the Luna IR searchlight system, and improved NBC protection.
What is the best round to use in a Type 69?
The Type 69’s stock rounds are the 1-72-85 APFSDS and the 1-71-74 HE. The APFSDS was at one point the worst round of its type in War Thunder; 220 mm of flat penetration at 10 meters is worse than many AP/APHE rounds. The AUBL/74 HVG ‘s 60 mm APFSDS penetrates more despite having a much lower calibre!