Weight: 46.5 tons; Length: 9.53m
Width: 3.78m; Height: 2.22m
Crew: 3
Primary Armament: 125mm smooth bore gun with autoloader
Operational Range: 550–700 km; Speed: 65 km/h
The T-90 is a Russian main battle tank (MBT) derived from the T-72 design, featuring improvements in its firepower, mobility and protection. The T-90, which came into use in 1992, is manufactured by the Uralvagonzavod Plant in Nizhniy Tagil, Russia. It is currently the most advanced tank used by the Russian Ground Forces and Naval Infantry. At present, Russia operates about 500 of these MBTs. Sources claim that more than 1,600 T-90 MBTs of all variants have been built. The T-90A, sometimes called the T-90 Vladimir, is the Russian army's version, featuring a welded turret, V-92S2 engine and ESSA thermal viewer. The T-90S is the export version of the T-90A. A T-90 tank was worth US$2.77- 4.25 million in 2011.
9.Type 99 (China)
Weight: 54 tons; Length: 11.0m
Width: 3.4m; Height: 2.2m
Crew: 3
Primary Armament: 125mm smooth bore gun with autoloader
Operational Range: 600km; Speed: 80 km/h on road and 60 km/h cross country
Width: 3.4m; Height: 2.2m
Crew: 3
Primary Armament: 125mm smooth bore gun with autoloader
Operational Range: 600km; Speed: 80 km/h on road and 60 km/h cross country
The Type 99, also known as ZTZ-99 and WZ-123, is a 3rd generation main battle tank (MBT) operated by China's People's Liberation Army (PLA). The Type 99, a more advanced spin-off of the Type 98G, features both Russian and Western influences in its design and technology. The Type 99, currently the most advanced MBT fielded by China, is manufactured in a limited number due to its high cost compared to the more economical Type 96. The Type 99, made to rival other modern tanks, was unveiled in 2000 and came into service in 2001. The Type 99 is the primary variant of the Type 99 series, and the latest in trial is the Type 99KM. One Type 99 is worth about 17 million yuan (US$2.5 million).
8. Leclerc (France)
Weight: 54.5 tons; Length: 9.87mWidth: 3.71m; Height: 2.53mCrew: 3Primary Armament: 120mm smooth bore gun with autoloaderOperational Range: 550km, 650km with external fuel; Speed: 72 km/h
The AMX-56 Leclerc, commonly known as the Leclerc, is a main battle tank (MBT) developed by GIAT Industries, France. It is claimed to be one of the fastest tanks in the world. It is named after General Philippe Leclerc de Hauteclocque, commander of the French armored division during World War II. Having been into production ever since 1991, the Leclerc came into use in 1992 in order to replace the AMX 30 as the country's main armored platform. The French Army has a total of 406 Leclerc MBTs and the United Arab Emirates Army counts 388 of them. One Leclerc is worth about US$7.4 million.
The AMX-56 Leclerc, commonly known as the Leclerc, is a main battle tank (MBT) developed by GIAT Industries, France. It is claimed to be one of the fastest tanks in the world. It is named after General Philippe Leclerc de Hauteclocque, commander of the French armored division during World War II. Having been into production ever since 1991, the Leclerc came into use in 1992 in order to replace the AMX 30 as the country's main armored platform. The French Army has a total of 406 Leclerc MBTs and the United Arab Emirates Army counts 388 of them. One Leclerc is worth about US$7.4 million.
7.Type 96 (China)
Weight: 42.8 tons; Length: 10.28mWidth: 3.45m; Height: 2.30mCrew: 3Primary Armament: 125mm smooth bore main gunOperational Range: 450 km, 600 km with external fuel; Speed: 70 km/h
The Type 96 main battle tank (MBT) was derived from the previous Type 85-III series tank design, albeit with some modifications. It was displayed in 1999 during the military parade to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Compared to the Types 85 and 88, the Type 96 features newly integrated thermal imaging/day sight, a Chinese infra-red/laser jamming system, a more powerful engine, improved electronics and a western-style turret.
6.K1A1 (South Korea)
Weight: 54.5 tons; Length: 9.71m
Width: 3.60m; Height: 2.25 m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: 120mm smooth bore gun
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 65 km/h (road), 40 km/h (cross country)
The K1A1 main battle tank (MBT) is an upgraded version of the K1 MBT. Designed and developed by Hyundai Rotem, it came into service with the South Korean Army in 2001, despite the fact that production of the first vehicle had already been completed in 1996. A total of 484 units were produced between 1999 and 2010. To a large extent, it is similar to the US M1A1 Abrams in firepower and protection mechanism. One remarkable fact is that a number of the K1A1's major components, like its engine, transmission and fire control systems, were imported. One K1A1 unit costs about US$4 million.
Width: 3.60m; Height: 2.25 m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: 120mm smooth bore gun
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 65 km/h (road), 40 km/h (cross country)
The K1A1 main battle tank (MBT) is an upgraded version of the K1 MBT. Designed and developed by Hyundai Rotem, it came into service with the South Korean Army in 2001, despite the fact that production of the first vehicle had already been completed in 1996. A total of 484 units were produced between 1999 and 2010. To a large extent, it is similar to the US M1A1 Abrams in firepower and protection mechanism. One remarkable fact is that a number of the K1A1's major components, like its engine, transmission and fire control systems, were imported. One K1A1 unit costs about US$4 million.
5.Merkava Mark IV (Israel)
Weight: 65 tons; Length: 9.04m
Width: 3.72m; Height: 2.66m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: 120mm smooth bore gun
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 64 km/h on road, 55 km/h off road
Four main types of the Merkava series have been deployed since 1978. The Merkava Mark IV, the series' latest edition, is the more advanced version of the Merkava Mark III. It came into service with the Israel Defense Forces in 2004. Until now, a total of 360 Merkava Mark IV vehicles have been built, with an additional 300 in production. Slightly larger than the Mark III, the new vehicle is one of the best shielded tanks in the world. One Merkava MBT costs about US$5 million.
4. K2 Black Panther (South Korea)
Weight: 55 tons; Length: 10.8mWidth: 3.6m; Height: 2.4mCrew: 3Primary Armament: 120-mm/L55 smoothboreOperational Range: 450 km; Speed: 70 km/h on paved road, 50 km/h cross country
The K2 Black Panther is an advanced main battle tank (MBT) featuring state-of-the-art technology. It was developed by South Korea with the aim to replace the various models of the aging M48 Patton tanks and complement the K1 series of MBTs currently fielded ones. The South Korean Army plans to deploy about 680 Black Panthers, yet the full-scale mass-production of the tank has currently been suspended due to concerns over its transmission and main engine systems. These issues may lead to a delay of service entry until March 2014. The K2 Black Panther, estimated to cost about US$8.5 million per unit, is certified as the world's most expensive MBT by the Guinness Book of World Records.
The K2 Black Panther is an advanced main battle tank (MBT) featuring state-of-the-art technology. It was developed by South Korea with the aim to replace the various models of the aging M48 Patton tanks and complement the K1 series of MBTs currently fielded ones. The South Korean Army plans to deploy about 680 Black Panthers, yet the full-scale mass-production of the tank has currently been suspended due to concerns over its transmission and main engine systems. These issues may lead to a delay of service entry until March 2014. The K2 Black Panther, estimated to cost about US$8.5 million per unit, is certified as the world's most expensive MBT by the Guinness Book of World Records.
3.M1A2SEP (United States)
Weight: 63 tons; Length: 9.83m
Width: 3.66m; Height: 2.44m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: 120 mm L44 M256 smoothbore cannon
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 68 km/h
The M1A2SEP (System Enhancement Package) is the most recent and advanced version of the M1 Abrams MBTs manufactured by the United States. The M1 Abrams, named after General Creighton Abrams, is a third-generation MBT Designed used in modern armored ground warfare. It's highly mobile, well-armed and heavily-armored. Three main variants of the M1 Abrams, namely, the M1, M1A1 and M1A2, have been deployed so far. The M1A2SEP, based on the M1A2, features a greatly enhanced armament, and advanced protection, electronics and reliability systems. A M1A2SEP costs about US$8 million.
Width: 3.66m; Height: 2.44m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: 120 mm L44 M256 smoothbore cannon
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 68 km/h
The M1A2SEP (System Enhancement Package) is the most recent and advanced version of the M1 Abrams MBTs manufactured by the United States. The M1 Abrams, named after General Creighton Abrams, is a third-generation MBT Designed used in modern armored ground warfare. It's highly mobile, well-armed and heavily-armored. Three main variants of the M1 Abrams, namely, the M1, M1A1 and M1A2, have been deployed so far. The M1A2SEP, based on the M1A2, features a greatly enhanced armament, and advanced protection, electronics and reliability systems. A M1A2SEP costs about US$8 million.
2.Challenger 2 (United Kingdom)
Weight: 62.5 tons; Length: 8.30m, 11.50m with gun forward
Width: 3.50m; Height: 2.50m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: L30A1 120mm rifled gun
Operational Range: 450 km; Speed: 56 km/h
Width: 3.50m; Height: 2.50m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: L30A1 120mm rifled gun
Operational Range: 450 km; Speed: 56 km/h
The Challenger 2, derived from the Challenger 1, is a main battle tank (MBT) currently in service with the armies of the United Kingdom and Oman. It was designed and built by British Vickers Defense Systems (now known as BAE Systems Land and Armaments). Considered to be the world's most reliable tank, the Challenger 2 provides high-level protection against direct fire weapons. It was used in the 2003 invasion of Iraq and is said to be capable of enduring 14 hits from rocket-propelled grenades and one MILAN anti-tank missile. One Challenger 2 MBT costs about US$8 million.
1.Leopard 2A6 (Germany)
Weight: 62.3 tons; Length: 9.97m
Width: 3.75m; Height: 3.0m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: Rheinme L55 120mm smooth bore gun
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 68 km
The Leopard 2A6, a further development of the 2A5, is an updated version of the Leopard 2 which replaced the former Leopard 1 as most important MBT used in the German Army. Supposedly the best MBT in the world, the Leopard 2A6 eclipses the other MBTs in firepower as well as protection and mobility systems. The Leopard 2A6 is shielded by composite armor of a new generation and features additional external modular armor. Since 1979, various versions of the Leopard 2 have been fielded to the German armed forces, plus those of about ten other European countries as well as those of several non-European countries. One unit of the Leopard 2A6 cost about US$5.74 million in 2007.
Width: 3.75m; Height: 3.0m
Crew: 4
Primary Armament: Rheinme L55 120mm smooth bore gun
Operational Range: 500 km; Speed: 68 km
The Leopard 2A6, a further development of the 2A5, is an updated version of the Leopard 2 which replaced the former Leopard 1 as most important MBT used in the German Army. Supposedly the best MBT in the world, the Leopard 2A6 eclipses the other MBTs in firepower as well as protection and mobility systems. The Leopard 2A6 is shielded by composite armor of a new generation and features additional external modular armor. Since 1979, various versions of the Leopard 2 have been fielded to the German armed forces, plus those of about ten other European countries as well as those of several non-European countries. One unit of the Leopard 2A6 cost about US$5.74 million in 2007.
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