arma_3:tank_guide_nato
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Tank Reference
Western Bloc
Modern Era
M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams
| Description | Latest variant of the Abrams MBT with significant digital upgrades and enhanced protection. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 120mm M256A1 smoothbore gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun |
| Armor | Depleted uranium mesh-reinforced composite armor, TUSK urban warfare kit available |
| Countermeasures | AN/VLQ-6 MCD, smoke grenade launchers, Trophy APS (Active Protection System) |
| Special Features | Advanced thermal sights, networked battle management system, improved power generation |
| Application | Modern MBT optimized for network-centric warfare and asymmetric threats. |
Leopard 2A7+
| Description | Latest variant of the German Leopard 2 series with enhanced urban warfare capabilities. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 120mm L/55A1 smoothbore gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 7.62mm MG3A1 machine guns (2) |
| Armor | Third-generation composite armor, modular protection packages |
| Countermeasures | ROSY smoke screen system, APS capability |
| Special Features | Enhanced night vision, air conditioning, auxiliary power unit |
| Application | Versatile MBT designed for both conventional and urban operations. |
K2 Black Panther
| Description | South Korean advanced MBT with high automation and sophisticated systems. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 120mm L/55 smoothbore gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 12.7mm K6 machine gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
| Armor | Composite armor with nano-ceramic materials |
| Countermeasures | Soft-kill and hard-kill APS, laser warning receivers |
| Special Features | Auto-loading system, advanced suspension system |
| Application | Technology-focused MBT emphasizing automation and advanced electronics. |
Post Cold War
Leclerc
| Description | French main battle tank with advanced automation. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 120mm GIAT CN120-26 smoothbore gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
| Armor | Modular composite armor |
| Countermeasures | GALIX smoke grenade system |
| Special Features | Autoloader system, advanced fire control system |
| Application | Modern MBT emphasizing crew reduction through automation. |
Challenger 2
| Description | British main battle tank known for excellent armor protection. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 120mm L30A1 rifled gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 7.62mm L94A1 chain gun, 7.62mm L37A2 machine gun |
| Armor | Chobham/Dorchester armor |
| Countermeasures | Smoke grenade launchers |
| Special Features | Digital fire control system, thermal imaging |
| Application | Heavy MBT focused on survivability and firepower. |
Cold War Era
M60A3 Patton
| Description | Upgraded variant of the M60 series. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 105mm M68A1 rifled gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 12.7mm M85 machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun |
| Armor | Conventional steel armor with spaced armor sections |
| Countermeasures | Smoke grenade launchers |
| Special Features | Thermal sight, laser rangefinder |
| Application | Second-generation MBT, widely exported and still in service. |
Leopard 1A5
| Description | Final major upgrade of the Leopard 1 series. |
|---|---|
| Primary Armament(s) | 105mm L7A3 rifled gun |
| Secondary Armament(s) | 7.62mm MG3 machine guns (2) |
| Armor | Conventional steel armor |
| Countermeasures | Smoke grenade launchers |
| Special Features | Digital fire control system, thermal imaging |
| Application | Mobile MBT emphasizing speed over heavy armor. |
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