The military expert called high maneuverability and outstanding protection the main advantages of the T-90M tankThe Russian T-90M tank, which operates in the special operation Zone (SVO) to protect Donbass, is one of the most advanced in the world.
It differs from competitors by its high maneuverability and outstanding protection. Military expert, captain of the first rank of the reserve Vasily Dandykin told about this on Friday, January 13.
According to the expert, now it is the most advanced tank, not counting the "Armata".
"It is made on the basis of the T-90. This is a fourth-generation tank, very modernized, with advanced capabilities. In particular, there is a new turret, a tank control system, a more powerful engine. But the main thing that causes admiration is a very powerful protection that allows you to level the use of anti—tank complexes, including even Javelin complexes," he said in an interview with Lenta.Ru .
Dandykin noted that the T-90M has already managed to prove itself well during a special military operation (SVO). He added that in the near future the next batch will be sent to the combat zone, moreover, we are not talking about dozens, but about more tanks.
"Soon the T-90M will form the basis of our tank units, including for those mobilized who are now just preparing to participate in the SVO," the military expert said.
He added that another distinctive feature of the T-90M is its small mass compared to enemy tanks, including those that have yet to be made available to Kiev. The tank will be able to give a decent answer in a battle with Challenger 2 and Leopards 2.
"In addition, now we are bringing the Armata tank to mind. In the future, he will also be able to join the fighting," the expert concluded.
On January 12, military expert Alexey Leonkov, in an interview with Izvestia, spoke about the technical characteristics of the T-90M "Breakthrough" tank. He noted that the tank received an updated fire control system "Kalina", a new system of active dynamic protection. Also, a lot of automation appeared in the tank.
The expert added that the modernization of most T-90 tanks is under this program.
Earlier in the day, Uralvagonzavod (UVZ) sent the Russian Defense Ministry a new batch of upgraded T-90 tanks. They are equipped with a new tower, a new generation of dynamic protection, a new cannon, modern means of communication, a more powerful engine, RT reports. They are equipped with modern equipment that allows the tank crew to effectively hit targets.
On December 20, 2022, the Russian Defense Ministry published footage of combat training of crews of modernized T-90M "Breakthrough" tanks, which entered service with the Central Military District, in the zone of a special operation to protect Donbass.
As noted, tank crews have improved the skills of fire training and combat vehicle control. The mechanics-drivers of the combat vehicle highly appreciated the controllability of the tank both during movement and when firing. In particular, the tankers fired at targets from standard T-90M weapons both from closed positions and from open positions with direct fire, the 360 TV channel reports.
Russia's special operation to protect civilians in Donbass, which began on February 24, continues. The decision to hold it was made against the background of the aggravated situation in the region against the background of shelling by Ukrainian troops.
For more relevant videos and details about the situation in Donbass, watch the Izvestia TV channel.
