17-12-2003, 17:25
Please note:
Dealer and manufacturer (production) rights are reserved to Geforce4 and Jaxusism only!
Thank you for your understanding.
The forcian Defense Initiatives Agency working in conjunction with Jaxusism's JaxCorp, has developed the new XT-V-15 main-battle Tank.
Forcian defence ministry will produce 40,000 such tanks.
XT-V-15 "Mekelron"
Cost: 5 million
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/predv1013.jpg
The tank is protected against nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) warfare by an NBC protection system (with full overpressure filtered air) located in the turret bustle. The electronics systems are protected against nuclear electromagnetic pulse (EMP).
some of the tank's features:
A Counteroptics device called LASAR able to blind binocular lenses or optical devices
Layers of ceramic composite embedded in tanks steel body give protection against latest high speed kinetic weapons
top armour strenghened against air attack
Autoloader
A microprocessor controlled, fully automated, electrically driven, magazine. The system is located in an isolated space of the turret and is designed to protect the crew in case of ammunition explosion. Carousel carries 25 rounds of various types of ammunition out of 50 rounds carried by this tank
and more...
The Cannon/ATGM/UAS launcher:
The new all electric turret is unmanned by the crew, and can be destroyed without otherwise damaging the vehicle. A new turret can be fitted relatively quickly.
the XT-V-15 "Mekelron" utilizes a large 145mm EM bore gun integrated with a power supply system that is comprised of two counter-rotating power generation alternators with support elements.
It uses Powerful magnetised coils to create an electric pulse which can fire a shell at 7500mph - around two miles a second - and kill a target more than five miles away.
Because of the shell's speed - it moves five times quicker than tu-160 bomber - it can tear through armour and buildings, even though it is only about a foot long and as narrow as a broom stick. Because of its small size, tanks will be able to carry more shells.
The new gun is of an advanced generation developed for the XT-V-15 "Mekelron". A Vidco thermal shroud on the gun reduces bending of the barrel resulting from environmental and firing conditions. The gun can fire higher power munitions including new high penetration projectiles and guided shells/UAS. The loader can select semi-automatically the ammunition type. The tank carries 50 rounds of ammunition each stored in a protective container.
2 12.7-mm NSVT removable anti-aircraft MGs and 7.62mm PKT coaxial MG.: Mounted in a mini-turret atop the main turret, the guns have a 360 degree swiveling fire-arc and are capable of tracking aerial targets even directly overhead the XT-V-15. the gun is operated by remote control from inside the tank.
Maximum Effective Range: 4,920 feet (1,500 meters)
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http://members.roadfly.org/sherveen/pred5.JPG
Armor and protection:
Layers of ceramic composite embedded in tanks steel body give protection against latest high speed kinetic weapons
top armour strenghened against air attack
Multi-layers with integrated NERA Modular EXpandible Armor System and removable side-skirts provide reliable protection against direct-hit and top-attack munitions, such as projectiles, grenades, guided missiles, cluster air bombs, etc. Mine resistance of the hull is augmented with vertical pillars and driver's seat special mounting. The XT-V-15 "Mekelron"is also equipped with automatic fire-extingnishing and NBC protection systems. Removable mine sweeper is mounted to make passes in minefields.
it also includes an outer layer of Montgomery titanium armor.
Protection:
Multi-Option "Zvezda-8B" Jammers: These are multi-purpose jamming devices designed to stop incoming missiles and confuse an enemy targeting the XT-V-15
Each firing launches two Chaff rockets, two Flare rockets, and the tank begins emitting a large cloud of smoke, both standard and Anti-Laser Prismatic aerosol; The Chaff rockets detonate and spread Chaff over the area, the flare rockets floating down by parachute; Effects last for 4 minutes, The Chaff rockets have a big chance of interfering with the course of enemy missiles each that are radar guided so that they miss the tank. The flares have the same purpose, except with IR-guided missiles. The Anti-Laser prismatic aerosol confuses any laser beam striking the tank.
in IR range: thermal insulation of the roof and shutters, ventilation of the engine-transmission compartment;
in visual range: low silhouette, camouflaged painting, smokeless engine exhaust, smokescreen laying and entrenching equipment;
in acoustic range: rubberized elements in running gear wheels and tracks for noise reduction;
in radar range: electromagnetic wave deforming/absorbing coating.
"DeathClaw-5" Anti-Missile defense system: the "DeathClaw" is something like a mine, there are 15 charges, mounted on a rotating post atop the turret and capable of showering both enemy ground troops and incoming missiles in a hail that could annihilate said missiles or ground troops. it is a fearsome close-up weapon when modified with shrapnel and explosives. the "DeathClaw" can be used as a positively horrific weapon against infantry attempting to get up close to the tank.
Maximum Effective Range: 164 feet (50 meters).
Rate of Fire: Up to all charges can be used in one time.
Payload: 15 explosive charges.
the Modular EXpandible Armor System wors like this:
A - Thin containment layer of kevlar, or perhaps graphite reinforced
epoxy or something similar.
B - Tile of boron carbide (a very hard, expensive ceramic).
C - Semireactive fill (perhaps 80% HDPE + 20% Octol)
D - Thick "backplate" layer of kevlar.
E - Empty space between composite sandwiches.
F - More composite sandwches, each containing A, B, C, D.
When a hypervelocity penetrator "sets off" a semireactive
substance such as rubber, or something more energetic like a mix
of 80% HDPE + 20% Octol, it causes the layers to either side of
the reacting substance to bulge and delaminate. If one side is
much stronger and stiffer than the other, the weaker side will
bulge out more, eg:
/#=||| this is the penetrator
/#==||| /
/#====||| v
-------------------------->
\#====|||
\#==|||
\#=|||
When one layer is composed of a brittle material such as a
ceramic, the expanding gasses of the reacting substance will
act as a propellant, and the bulging layers will act as a
funnel. Together, they propel the ceramic down the funnel to
its apex -- directly into the path of the penetrator, and thus
disrupting its structure and reducing its ability to penetrate
further, eg:
expanding gasses of the semireactive layer are
/ pushing the ceramic through the "funnel".
propelled v
ceramic /==||| this is the penetrator,
\ /===||| / all broken up.
v /#====||| v
-----#-###- -- - - -- - -- ->
\#====|||
\===|||
\==|||
It means that there's more than
just the armor material in the path of the penetrator which
stops the penetrator -- the armor actually pulls material
surrounding the impact site into the path of the penetrator,
similar to the way ERA works (but much less explosively and
dangerously).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To enhance tank’s survivability its observable signatures are reduced by using:
The V-15 is equipped with a special cooling system, which radiates a significant portion of the tanks produced heat towards the ground. This means that the tank is difficult to pick up on passive infra red scanners.
cooling throughout the tank, with radiators located on the underside and behind of the tank, which made it more difficult to detect the tank.
in IR range: thermal insulation of the roof and shutters, ventilation of the engine-transmission compartment;
in visual range: low silhouette, camouflaged painting, smokeless engine exhaust, smokescreen laying and entrenching equipment;
in acoustic range: rubberized elements in running gear wheels and tracks for noise reduction;
in radar range: electromagnetic wave deforming/absorbing coating.
Sensors and special features:
The Conqueror has all of the features common to powered armor and tanks except for the following:
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Engine:
The tank is provided with a snorkel for deep fording and can ford 6 metres of water with equipment which can be deployed in 15 minutes.
it uses the new Forcian(developed with the nation of Jaxsusism) Orel-854 hybrid electric-drive engine for propulsion
the engine alternating current motors to power the vehicle's tracks. The power comes from an engine-driven generator and a bank of batteries.
it offers better acceleration and more efficient fuel consumption than any diesel-engine-powered tanks. this hybrid propulsion system also allows full power in the entire range of engine speeds for improved slope climbing. An electric vehicle's reduced engine noise and heat generation would lower acoustic and infra-red signature, thus increasing the level of survivability.
new gen Fire Control System
The new fire control system, developed by Geforce4, includes very advanced features including the capability to acquire and lock onto moving targets, includes airborne ones, while the tank itself is on the move.
The computer controlled fire control system includes line of sight stabilisation in two axes, a new-generation television sight and automatic thermal target tracker, a laser range finder, an improved thermal night vision system and a dynamic cant angle indicator. The commander's station is fitted with a stabilised panoramic day and night sight. The integrated operating system includes advanced data communications and battle management.
Radio/ Video Communications: Long range, directional, has a range of 500 miles with short range directional radio of 5 miles.
Combat Computer/ Targeting Computer: Assists in the tracking of targets, and gives firing solutions.
Radar: range of 50 miles, can identify 30+ targets and track them as low as 500 ft.
Fully stabilized gun sight: A computer aided gunsight with up to x100 magnification and integral laser rangefinder (see below).
Laser Targeting/Rangefinder System 15 miles (24.1 km).
Full Life Support: Protects pilot and tank from heat and radiation and gives a breathable atmosphere inside the Tank.
Radio/ Video Communications: Long range, directional, has a range of 500 miles with short range directional radio of 10 miles.
Datalink transmitters: A powerful battlefield management communications system. Allows the tank to use targeting data from scout vehicles for firing the Anti-Tank missiles or Sabot rounds, and to provide targeting data to other vehicles. Bonus varies on the quality of the data being provided, but all data would allow the tank to fire over obstacles if the scout vehicle is in the right position. The normal effective battlefield range is 10 miles (16 km).
Thermo-Imager: range of 2.6 miles (4.2 km). Finds the infra-red radiations of things that are warm (as in above ambient temperature). Also enables driver to see in smoke, shadows and darkness.
Two Periscopes: Have up to x100 magnification for commander and driver to view out of while maneuvering the vehicle.
Nightvision Optics: Range: 3,000 ft (909 m). Uses light amplification to make a picture. Emits no light but will not work in absolute darkness.
Extendable Sensor Pod: Mounted on the back of the turret was a small Sensor pod which could be extended to a height of 14 feet (4.2 meters). This allowed the crew to see over obstacles, and to perform observations without exposing the entire tank. The pod mounted the radar and a set of enhanced vision optics, with a magnification of 50 times.
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/pred5v.jpg
The XT-V-15 "Mekelron" is fitted with the Arbalet-B millimeter wave radar system.
The Arbalet-B milimeter-wave radar/warning sensor is mounted on the back of the turret and can be extended to a height of 14 feet (4.2 meters). This will allow the crew to see over obstacles, and to perform observations without exposing the entire APC. it also includes a set of enhanced vision optics, with a magnification of 50 times.
it also provides early warning of incoming aircraft and missile attacks.
Data processor: Ts181F
Signal processor: Baget-55-04.01
MTBF: 150 h
Total weight: 250kg
provides guidance for Surface-to-surface modes.
Various mapping modes
Moving Target Selection of ground and air targets
Determination of priority of objects
Determination of terrain contours and obstacle detection during low-altitude flight
Missile approach warning
Support/cueing of EO targetting systems
Detection of dangerous weather formations
Navigation systems update/correction
Missile and rocket control
Target type classification (in conjunction with IFF)
Azimuth coverage: 120 deg
Mapping range: 32 km
Range of detection of ground targets: bridge: 25 km, tank: 12 km
Measurement precision: azimuth: 12 min, elevation: 17 min, distance: 20 m
Range of detection of ground-based obstacles and terrain detection/avoidance- Electricity cables: 0.4 km, 10 deg sloping terrain: 1.5 km
Tracks 20 targets at once
Also provides Surface-to-air modes
Search limits, azimuth: 360 deg, elevation +-30 deg
Detection range for Attack aircraft: 15 km, missile detection: 5 km+
Tracking limits, azimuth: +-60 deg, elevation: +-30 deg
Tracks 20+ targets
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Special Armament(cost is 2000$ per shell):
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/ouch.jpg
Forcian Kinetic Energy Scramjet tank shell
The scramjet, like common jet engines, burns fuel mixed with compressed atmospheric oxygen. However, unlike traditional jets, the scramjet has no compressor disks or other moving parts to compress the air. Hot air entering the scramjet inlets at four times the speed of sound, ignites the fuel and sustains combustion, so the scramjet itself contains pure fuel without wasting weight and volume of a separate oxidizer.
As it emerges ignited from a cannon barrel, a scramjet-powered tank round could produce thrust in flight to extend its range or sustain its penetrating power all the way to the target.
Compared to unpowered kinetic energy tank rounds that slow down and lose penetrating power to aerodynamic drag, a scramjet powered round could sustain its tank-penetrating power over longer ranges, or enable a smaller, lighter gun to achieve the same result.
With no moving parts, the scramjet engine burns fuel with the compressed, superheated air encountered at Mach 5—the muzzle velocity of existing tank guns.
These powered rounds travel the full 1,000-foot length of the test tunnel at Mach 5 at sea level (1,700 miles per second).
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Forcian Skyshark Unmanned arial shell [cost 5000$]
the Skyshark is a tank launched loitering observation "UAS" that weighs 6kg and is 12cm in diameter. The Skyshark is launched by the tanks main cannon. Following launch, the Skyshark's wings (1.5m wingspan) snap into flight position powered by an electrical motor. The retrievable UAS is equipped with a camera that provides wide area coverage and point-of-interest monitoring. It can operate at a distance of up to 10 kilometers and loiter over the target for more than 60 minutes, providing real-time target imagery, in direct support of the combat formations.
As a tactical reconnaissance and surveillance system, Skyshark offers many advantages such as:
Long endurance (flies for over an hour over the target)
Real-time high resolution imagery (recognition of armed persons is possible)
Designed for autonomous operation by tactical units
Independent operation by the infantry unit, rapid and automatic launch, recovery
and recondition, without requirements for external support
Can be launched from enclosed spaces and crowded urban settings
Specefications:
Crew 3
Weight: 60 tons
Track metallic with RMSh and rubber-tyred road wheels
Suspension torsion bar
Shock absorbers hydraulic, telescopic (on 1, 2 and 6 road wheels)
Electrical equipment
Starter storage batteries 10
Total capacity 540 A h
Road speed unpaved 70 - 100 km/hour
paved 90 - 100 km/hour +
maximum 110 km/hour
Fuel endurance
unpaved road 900 km (main fuel tanks)
1100 km (with extra fuel drums)
Negotiable obstacles
gradient 32 deg
side slope 30 deg
trench 2.85 m
Fording depth
with OVPT snorkel 6.8 m
Dimensions:
length (gun forwards) 8.66 m
length (over hull) 7 m
length of track on ground 4.3 m
width (over tracks) 3.4 m
width (over gill armour panels) 3.6 m
track 2.8 m
height (over turret roof) 1.2 m
ground clearance 451 mm
Please note:
Dealer and manufacturer (production) rights are reserved to Geforce4 and Jaxusism only!
Thank you for your understanding.
Dealer and manufacturer (production) rights are reserved to Geforce4 and Jaxusism only!
Thank you for your understanding.
The forcian Defense Initiatives Agency working in conjunction with Jaxusism's JaxCorp, has developed the new XT-V-15 main-battle Tank.
Forcian defence ministry will produce 40,000 such tanks.
XT-V-15 "Mekelron"
Cost: 5 million
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/predv1013.jpg
The tank is protected against nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) warfare by an NBC protection system (with full overpressure filtered air) located in the turret bustle. The electronics systems are protected against nuclear electromagnetic pulse (EMP).
some of the tank's features:
A Counteroptics device called LASAR able to blind binocular lenses or optical devices
Layers of ceramic composite embedded in tanks steel body give protection against latest high speed kinetic weapons
top armour strenghened against air attack
Autoloader
A microprocessor controlled, fully automated, electrically driven, magazine. The system is located in an isolated space of the turret and is designed to protect the crew in case of ammunition explosion. Carousel carries 25 rounds of various types of ammunition out of 50 rounds carried by this tank
and more...
The Cannon/ATGM/UAS launcher:
The new all electric turret is unmanned by the crew, and can be destroyed without otherwise damaging the vehicle. A new turret can be fitted relatively quickly.
the XT-V-15 "Mekelron" utilizes a large 145mm EM bore gun integrated with a power supply system that is comprised of two counter-rotating power generation alternators with support elements.
It uses Powerful magnetised coils to create an electric pulse which can fire a shell at 7500mph - around two miles a second - and kill a target more than five miles away.
Because of the shell's speed - it moves five times quicker than tu-160 bomber - it can tear through armour and buildings, even though it is only about a foot long and as narrow as a broom stick. Because of its small size, tanks will be able to carry more shells.
The new gun is of an advanced generation developed for the XT-V-15 "Mekelron". A Vidco thermal shroud on the gun reduces bending of the barrel resulting from environmental and firing conditions. The gun can fire higher power munitions including new high penetration projectiles and guided shells/UAS. The loader can select semi-automatically the ammunition type. The tank carries 50 rounds of ammunition each stored in a protective container.
2 12.7-mm NSVT removable anti-aircraft MGs and 7.62mm PKT coaxial MG.: Mounted in a mini-turret atop the main turret, the guns have a 360 degree swiveling fire-arc and are capable of tracking aerial targets even directly overhead the XT-V-15. the gun is operated by remote control from inside the tank.
Maximum Effective Range: 4,920 feet (1,500 meters)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
http://members.roadfly.org/sherveen/pred5.JPG
Armor and protection:
Layers of ceramic composite embedded in tanks steel body give protection against latest high speed kinetic weapons
top armour strenghened against air attack
Multi-layers with integrated NERA Modular EXpandible Armor System and removable side-skirts provide reliable protection against direct-hit and top-attack munitions, such as projectiles, grenades, guided missiles, cluster air bombs, etc. Mine resistance of the hull is augmented with vertical pillars and driver's seat special mounting. The XT-V-15 "Mekelron"is also equipped with automatic fire-extingnishing and NBC protection systems. Removable mine sweeper is mounted to make passes in minefields.
it also includes an outer layer of Montgomery titanium armor.
Protection:
Multi-Option "Zvezda-8B" Jammers: These are multi-purpose jamming devices designed to stop incoming missiles and confuse an enemy targeting the XT-V-15
Each firing launches two Chaff rockets, two Flare rockets, and the tank begins emitting a large cloud of smoke, both standard and Anti-Laser Prismatic aerosol; The Chaff rockets detonate and spread Chaff over the area, the flare rockets floating down by parachute; Effects last for 4 minutes, The Chaff rockets have a big chance of interfering with the course of enemy missiles each that are radar guided so that they miss the tank. The flares have the same purpose, except with IR-guided missiles. The Anti-Laser prismatic aerosol confuses any laser beam striking the tank.
in IR range: thermal insulation of the roof and shutters, ventilation of the engine-transmission compartment;
in visual range: low silhouette, camouflaged painting, smokeless engine exhaust, smokescreen laying and entrenching equipment;
in acoustic range: rubberized elements in running gear wheels and tracks for noise reduction;
in radar range: electromagnetic wave deforming/absorbing coating.
"DeathClaw-5" Anti-Missile defense system: the "DeathClaw" is something like a mine, there are 15 charges, mounted on a rotating post atop the turret and capable of showering both enemy ground troops and incoming missiles in a hail that could annihilate said missiles or ground troops. it is a fearsome close-up weapon when modified with shrapnel and explosives. the "DeathClaw" can be used as a positively horrific weapon against infantry attempting to get up close to the tank.
Maximum Effective Range: 164 feet (50 meters).
Rate of Fire: Up to all charges can be used in one time.
Payload: 15 explosive charges.
the Modular EXpandible Armor System wors like this:
A - Thin containment layer of kevlar, or perhaps graphite reinforced
epoxy or something similar.
B - Tile of boron carbide (a very hard, expensive ceramic).
C - Semireactive fill (perhaps 80% HDPE + 20% Octol)
D - Thick "backplate" layer of kevlar.
E - Empty space between composite sandwiches.
F - More composite sandwches, each containing A, B, C, D.
When a hypervelocity penetrator "sets off" a semireactive
substance such as rubber, or something more energetic like a mix
of 80% HDPE + 20% Octol, it causes the layers to either side of
the reacting substance to bulge and delaminate. If one side is
much stronger and stiffer than the other, the weaker side will
bulge out more, eg:
/#=||| this is the penetrator
/#==||| /
/#====||| v
-------------------------->
\#====|||
\#==|||
\#=|||
When one layer is composed of a brittle material such as a
ceramic, the expanding gasses of the reacting substance will
act as a propellant, and the bulging layers will act as a
funnel. Together, they propel the ceramic down the funnel to
its apex -- directly into the path of the penetrator, and thus
disrupting its structure and reducing its ability to penetrate
further, eg:
expanding gasses of the semireactive layer are
/ pushing the ceramic through the "funnel".
propelled v
ceramic /==||| this is the penetrator,
\ /===||| / all broken up.
v /#====||| v
-----#-###- -- - - -- - -- ->
\#====|||
\===|||
\==|||
It means that there's more than
just the armor material in the path of the penetrator which
stops the penetrator -- the armor actually pulls material
surrounding the impact site into the path of the penetrator,
similar to the way ERA works (but much less explosively and
dangerously).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
To enhance tank’s survivability its observable signatures are reduced by using:
The V-15 is equipped with a special cooling system, which radiates a significant portion of the tanks produced heat towards the ground. This means that the tank is difficult to pick up on passive infra red scanners.
cooling throughout the tank, with radiators located on the underside and behind of the tank, which made it more difficult to detect the tank.
in IR range: thermal insulation of the roof and shutters, ventilation of the engine-transmission compartment;
in visual range: low silhouette, camouflaged painting, smokeless engine exhaust, smokescreen laying and entrenching equipment;
in acoustic range: rubberized elements in running gear wheels and tracks for noise reduction;
in radar range: electromagnetic wave deforming/absorbing coating.
Sensors and special features:
The Conqueror has all of the features common to powered armor and tanks except for the following:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Engine:
The tank is provided with a snorkel for deep fording and can ford 6 metres of water with equipment which can be deployed in 15 minutes.
it uses the new Forcian(developed with the nation of Jaxsusism) Orel-854 hybrid electric-drive engine for propulsion
the engine alternating current motors to power the vehicle's tracks. The power comes from an engine-driven generator and a bank of batteries.
it offers better acceleration and more efficient fuel consumption than any diesel-engine-powered tanks. this hybrid propulsion system also allows full power in the entire range of engine speeds for improved slope climbing. An electric vehicle's reduced engine noise and heat generation would lower acoustic and infra-red signature, thus increasing the level of survivability.
new gen Fire Control System
The new fire control system, developed by Geforce4, includes very advanced features including the capability to acquire and lock onto moving targets, includes airborne ones, while the tank itself is on the move.
The computer controlled fire control system includes line of sight stabilisation in two axes, a new-generation television sight and automatic thermal target tracker, a laser range finder, an improved thermal night vision system and a dynamic cant angle indicator. The commander's station is fitted with a stabilised panoramic day and night sight. The integrated operating system includes advanced data communications and battle management.
Radio/ Video Communications: Long range, directional, has a range of 500 miles with short range directional radio of 5 miles.
Combat Computer/ Targeting Computer: Assists in the tracking of targets, and gives firing solutions.
Radar: range of 50 miles, can identify 30+ targets and track them as low as 500 ft.
Fully stabilized gun sight: A computer aided gunsight with up to x100 magnification and integral laser rangefinder (see below).
Laser Targeting/Rangefinder System 15 miles (24.1 km).
Full Life Support: Protects pilot and tank from heat and radiation and gives a breathable atmosphere inside the Tank.
Radio/ Video Communications: Long range, directional, has a range of 500 miles with short range directional radio of 10 miles.
Datalink transmitters: A powerful battlefield management communications system. Allows the tank to use targeting data from scout vehicles for firing the Anti-Tank missiles or Sabot rounds, and to provide targeting data to other vehicles. Bonus varies on the quality of the data being provided, but all data would allow the tank to fire over obstacles if the scout vehicle is in the right position. The normal effective battlefield range is 10 miles (16 km).
Thermo-Imager: range of 2.6 miles (4.2 km). Finds the infra-red radiations of things that are warm (as in above ambient temperature). Also enables driver to see in smoke, shadows and darkness.
Two Periscopes: Have up to x100 magnification for commander and driver to view out of while maneuvering the vehicle.
Nightvision Optics: Range: 3,000 ft (909 m). Uses light amplification to make a picture. Emits no light but will not work in absolute darkness.
Extendable Sensor Pod: Mounted on the back of the turret was a small Sensor pod which could be extended to a height of 14 feet (4.2 meters). This allowed the crew to see over obstacles, and to perform observations without exposing the entire tank. The pod mounted the radar and a set of enhanced vision optics, with a magnification of 50 times.
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/pred5v.jpg
The XT-V-15 "Mekelron" is fitted with the Arbalet-B millimeter wave radar system.
The Arbalet-B milimeter-wave radar/warning sensor is mounted on the back of the turret and can be extended to a height of 14 feet (4.2 meters). This will allow the crew to see over obstacles, and to perform observations without exposing the entire APC. it also includes a set of enhanced vision optics, with a magnification of 50 times.
it also provides early warning of incoming aircraft and missile attacks.
Data processor: Ts181F
Signal processor: Baget-55-04.01
MTBF: 150 h
Total weight: 250kg
provides guidance for Surface-to-surface modes.
Various mapping modes
Moving Target Selection of ground and air targets
Determination of priority of objects
Determination of terrain contours and obstacle detection during low-altitude flight
Missile approach warning
Support/cueing of EO targetting systems
Detection of dangerous weather formations
Navigation systems update/correction
Missile and rocket control
Target type classification (in conjunction with IFF)
Azimuth coverage: 120 deg
Mapping range: 32 km
Range of detection of ground targets: bridge: 25 km, tank: 12 km
Measurement precision: azimuth: 12 min, elevation: 17 min, distance: 20 m
Range of detection of ground-based obstacles and terrain detection/avoidance- Electricity cables: 0.4 km, 10 deg sloping terrain: 1.5 km
Tracks 20 targets at once
Also provides Surface-to-air modes
Search limits, azimuth: 360 deg, elevation +-30 deg
Detection range for Attack aircraft: 15 km, missile detection: 5 km+
Tracking limits, azimuth: +-60 deg, elevation: +-30 deg
Tracks 20+ targets
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Special Armament(cost is 2000$ per shell):
http://members.roadfly.com/sherveen/ouch.jpg
Forcian Kinetic Energy Scramjet tank shell
The scramjet, like common jet engines, burns fuel mixed with compressed atmospheric oxygen. However, unlike traditional jets, the scramjet has no compressor disks or other moving parts to compress the air. Hot air entering the scramjet inlets at four times the speed of sound, ignites the fuel and sustains combustion, so the scramjet itself contains pure fuel without wasting weight and volume of a separate oxidizer.
As it emerges ignited from a cannon barrel, a scramjet-powered tank round could produce thrust in flight to extend its range or sustain its penetrating power all the way to the target.
Compared to unpowered kinetic energy tank rounds that slow down and lose penetrating power to aerodynamic drag, a scramjet powered round could sustain its tank-penetrating power over longer ranges, or enable a smaller, lighter gun to achieve the same result.
With no moving parts, the scramjet engine burns fuel with the compressed, superheated air encountered at Mach 5—the muzzle velocity of existing tank guns.
These powered rounds travel the full 1,000-foot length of the test tunnel at Mach 5 at sea level (1,700 miles per second).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Forcian Skyshark Unmanned arial shell [cost 5000$]
the Skyshark is a tank launched loitering observation "UAS" that weighs 6kg and is 12cm in diameter. The Skyshark is launched by the tanks main cannon. Following launch, the Skyshark's wings (1.5m wingspan) snap into flight position powered by an electrical motor. The retrievable UAS is equipped with a camera that provides wide area coverage and point-of-interest monitoring. It can operate at a distance of up to 10 kilometers and loiter over the target for more than 60 minutes, providing real-time target imagery, in direct support of the combat formations.
As a tactical reconnaissance and surveillance system, Skyshark offers many advantages such as:
Long endurance (flies for over an hour over the target)
Real-time high resolution imagery (recognition of armed persons is possible)
Designed for autonomous operation by tactical units
Independent operation by the infantry unit, rapid and automatic launch, recovery
and recondition, without requirements for external support
Can be launched from enclosed spaces and crowded urban settings
Specefications:
Crew 3
Weight: 60 tons
Track metallic with RMSh and rubber-tyred road wheels
Suspension torsion bar
Shock absorbers hydraulic, telescopic (on 1, 2 and 6 road wheels)
Electrical equipment
Starter storage batteries 10
Total capacity 540 A h
Road speed unpaved 70 - 100 km/hour
paved 90 - 100 km/hour +
maximum 110 km/hour
Fuel endurance
unpaved road 900 km (main fuel tanks)
1100 km (with extra fuel drums)
Negotiable obstacles
gradient 32 deg
side slope 30 deg
trench 2.85 m
Fording depth
with OVPT snorkel 6.8 m
Dimensions:
length (gun forwards) 8.66 m
length (over hull) 7 m
length of track on ground 4.3 m
width (over tracks) 3.4 m
width (over gill armour panels) 3.6 m
track 2.8 m
height (over turret roof) 1.2 m
ground clearance 451 mm
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