In a previous blog post, the author talked to you about a series of development processes related to the Chinese People's Liberation Army army, such as the Type 99 and Type 09 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles. Today, let's talk about wheeled armored vehicles from the PLA. It is worth paying attention because it was only opened to the public in 2022. However, since there is no exact model, the author guesses that it may be a formula. So, how important is the new generation of wheeled armored vehicles for the PLA?
PLA 89 A tank.
First, let's talk about the differences between tanks and tanks. In short, it is the infantry tank, in conjunction with other armored vehicles, that is responsible for the battle at the front. And they relied on the anti-tank missiles and machine guns they brought with them to provide fire support for their troops. All in all, tanks took on the heavy lifting of front-line battles. In order to adapt to the needs of warfare, as well as the advancement of technology, infantry fighting vehicles gradually evolved into tracked infantry fighting vehicles and wheeled infantry fighting vehicles.
Take the People's Liberation Army as an example, it has now formed the 86 series of tracked infantry fighting vehicles and the 04 series of tracked infantry fighting vehicles, plus the 92 series of wheeled infantry fighting vehicles and the 09 series of wheeled infantry fighting vehicles, and are equipped with heavy and medium composite brigades of the PLA.
PLA Type 10 wheeled armored vehicle.
Armored personnel carriers and armored personnel carriers are responsible for logistics and rear guard patrols in the theater of operations. For example, sending infantry, ammunition, supplies, and equipment to the battlefield. That is, tanks and armored personnel carriers will not participate in the front-line offensive unless absolutely necessary. After all, in terms of firepower and defense, tanks are inferior to infantry fighting vehicles.
They are responsible for the logistics and the second line of defense in the theater of operations. Like tanks, tanks have gradually developed into two systems, one tracked and the other wheeled. As far as wheeled armored vehicles are concerned, Type 63, Type 85 and Type 89 have been developed in China. The most advanced 89 A tracked transporter is quite good in all aspects. As far as wheeled armored vehicles are concerned, although on the basis of two wheeled infantry fighting vehicles, Type 92 and Type 09, we have developed a new type of armored vehicle.
German infantry fighting vehicles.
However, armored vehicles converted from combat vehicles faced the problems of insufficient transportation capacity, small internal space, and high manufacturing costs. Therefore, the Type 92 and Type 09 tanks were not equipped on a large scale and were only used in some places.
In contrast to the PLA army, Germany and Russia have also successively been equipped with special wheeled armored vehicles, such as the German Bison and the Russian "Typhoon K". The German "Buffalo" wheeled armored vehicle was put into service in 2010 and is equipped with a Mann 6-cylinder D2066 diesel engine. It has a maximum load of 26 tons, a speed of 105 km per hour, and a maximum range of 700 km. The aircraft has 7. 75 m, 2. 55 meters, height 3. 05 meters.
Russian Typhoon Type K tank.
The largest slope on the slope is 31°, and the slope of 30% of the slope is 169 °, as well as 1Obstacle crossing depth of 2 m. Equipped with a full set of body armor, it can withstand 762 mm bullets, which can withstand 8 kg of bombs. The car has been carefully designed in terms of structure, taking into account the needs of railway maneuvering and transport aircraft delivery.
Russia, like the German Buffalo, also has a Typhoon Type K tank. The Russian "Hurricane" K tank, unlike the German "Buffalo", used six wheels. Because it is a recent device, the specific information about the tank of the "Typhoon K" is not yet clear. In contrast to Germany and Russia, the PLA army has long not had its own specialized wheeled armored vehicles.
During a military training in our western region, a fundamentally new wheeled armored vehicle appeared. Because it is the latest type, there is no exact model, and the author guesses whether it should be 20 or 21. According to ** reports, the new generation of domestic wheeled armored vehicles is also based on 6 wheels, and protective armor is installed in various parts of the hull to improve the overall defense performance. On the left and right sides of the body, there are observation holes and shooting holes.
With its length, it can carry ten people at a time, which is worth two infantry regiments. It is also possible to deliver large quantities of equipment, equipment and supplies in accordance with the requirements of the front. On the roof of this tank, there is a remotely controlled gun rack, on which you can also add 127 mm cannons, or grenade launchers, or UAVs. All in all, this armored vehicle is well suited for both medium and light composite brigades.
In fact, at this year's Zhuhai Air Show, we exhibited two models of tracked armored vehicles, the 6-wheeled VP-22 and the 8-wheeled VP-23. It can easily climb a 40-degree slope, the protection ability can resist light shooting, and the vehicle failure can be checked by itself. It has a hydraulic transmission and uses large-caliber bulletproof tires, as well as a stable independent suspension. With excellent maneuverability, its maximum speed can reach 90 km h in operation over long distances.
Because of the availability of models for export, the PLA army must of course also be equipped with models that meet the requirements of domestic models. The PLA new generation of wheeled armored vehicles will be available in 2023. It can be said that the advent of this armored vehicle has made up for the shortcomings of PLA in this aspect, and it is a great progress for China to catch up with and surpass the international advanced level. At this air show, there are two types of aircraft: six-wheeled and eight-wheeled. In other words, the People's Liberation Army can also be equipped according to its own needs.
Six or eight rounds.
Judging from the current situation, this "V" shaped protection structure can not only effectively disperse the impact force of mines and mines, but also reduce the damage to the personnel on the vehicle. The passenger compartment retains a large window that can bring a good visual effect to passengers in their daily work, and bulletproof glass can also ensure safety.
VP22 main battle tank.
Judging from the positioning of the new generation of armored vehicles, it can not only meet the needs of medium and light brigades, but also meet the needs of a small number of vehicles of other arms. It is also suitable for armed police forces, such as mobile units and special operations forces, which perfectly meet their needs. There are also cargo versions with various **s.
There are many other stories about the development and establishment of our army. I'll talk to you slowly in a later post.