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Old June 16th, 2020, 12:26 PM
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Fallout Re: MBT's

My time has been limited as of late and it's back to work today I endeavor to do the best I can with the time I have, there's lots going on across the Threads I've stated. Going backwards slightly first.

News and Guesses...

CHINA: We start with the TYPE-15, which the PLA plans have 300 of, is to receive an APS System. This will also be offered on the export version VT-4. I found this of interest in ref. 1, "Next to the 105-millimeter tank gun, the [ZTQ-15] is reportedly armed with a 35-millimeter grenade launcher and a 12.7-millimeter machine gun.", I might've missed it as modeled in the game, however, I rather get more information on this.
https://thediplomat.com/2019/08/chin...ection-system/
https://www.armyrecognition.com/augu...on_system.html


There has been nothing more on this since ref.2 that's popped up on the APS System. I therefore wish to see more data on this.

FRANCE: Of the 6 major MBT Projects that are on going this will be one of the few we'll actually see get in the game, my thinking at this point is, we'll see the LeClerc XLR in the Summer or Fall of 2021. Also to be addressed, will be improved Armor, FCS and I'm "on the fence" concerning TI/GSR, I see an improvement but, it's more about how much.
https://www.armyrecognition.com/augu...2019-2025.html
https://www.armyrecognition.com/sept...and_force.html
https://www.armyrecognition.com/main..._10704171.html


FRANCE/GERMANY: The MBT we won't see, the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS.) MBT. This is a joint venture project started in 2012. The MBT is expected to be available prior to 2035 when it's believed that both the LeClerc and LEOPARD 2 will essentially become obsolete. This is the same tank Poland was trying to get involved with as I've posted on for a little over a year now.
https://www.armyrecognition.com/apri..._mgcs_mbt.html

And with that I'm done for now, have a great day!

Regards,
Pat
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