Soviet Bloc
18-12-2003, 05:31
T-08 Vatutin Main Battle Tank
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The T-08 was developed on the T-06 chassis with extensive improvements and a complete redesign of the armor and framework. The T-08 will fulfill the ARSB Military's role of a heavy combat tank capable of heavy land combat against heavily armored targets and/or heavily armed targets. The T-08 was built to deal serious damage and also take plenty of damage.
Crew- 4 (Driver, loader, gunner, commander)
Dimensions-
Height- 2.9 meters
Weight- 64 tons
Length- (main body)- 7.2 meters
Width- 3.7 meters
Speed (max. road paved)- 90-110 km/hour
Speed (Max. road unpaved)- 75-100 km/hour
Speed (off-road)- 50-90 km/hour
Engine- SB-HTPAE-E8 Diesel electric assist engine with SB-ATPT-C2 turbocharger and SB-ATRS radiator system. The SB-TPEA system aides the main diesel engine in using an electric high-revolution engine to allow unsurpassable acceleration then allowing an immediate crankshaft lock into the diesel to allow smooth transfer from each version of power. The electric system is powered by the new Soviet Bloc hydrogen fuel cells (see the Zvarinograd AZ-MD post) arranged in a 16-cell stack that provides enough power to run the engine at full power for upwards of 20 minutes. The only problem is it needs an extensive power build up (there's a small air-intake located near the rear of the main body to take in air as well as six 3 gallon hydrogen tanks to assist the hydrogen fuel cell) that can take nearly 15-20 minutes. The electric assist engine provides astronomical acceleration and fuel conservation (as it kicks in to assist diesel engine whenever needed) while the diesel engine provides the sheer power a tank demands.
Transmission- SB-AHTTIV-T8 Infinitely-variable© transmission. The infinitely variable transmission allows for virtually any gear or power shift to used and can be swiftly changed into any super gear, then you can shift into any power shift gear for enhanced power, speed, and traction. All gears are mounted on seperate pivots and other gears to allow near infinite amount of gears for any condition traveled in.
Range- 800 km
Systems-
ALMRS/TTAC-04 Mk. III system: Tracks up to 60 enemies and ranks them according to range, heading, threat level, and tank-type to provide best possible firing solution. Also computes MOA and other variables and automatically sets turret and barrel to correct heading (when this feature is engaged) and can fire on up to two targets simultaneously (assuming ATGM's are on their respectable slides). Also tracks and targets enemy targets at up to 500 ft. altitude and up to 30 miles away.
SB-AFCS-S1 system: This advanced fire control system allows for the T-08 to engage moving targets while the T-08 is on the move. The barrel will always remain aimed at target while tank is in motion and will not waiver even over small hills, dips, bumps, and other obstructions. The barrel will always target enemy unit unless commander targets a new target or disengages system. The SB-AFCS-S1 system will continually track all targets and align barrel to fire on the target even if the target is on the move, the barrel will constantly update and move with the target while computing wind, weather, and MOA abilities for the best possible accuracy. The barrel will move on two different axis'. The commander's station is outfitted with nightvision capabilities, infrared capabilities, radar tracking capabilities (if an EW, radar aircraft, or radar station is near and able to send information), and advanced targetting systems. The commander's station is also outfitted with a periscope with nightvision, infrared capabilities, and a computerized screen to locate targets if they are obscured. Coupled with this system is the ALRS (Advanced Laser Range-finder System) which utilizes a laser rangefinder with a triple layer screen with crystals at different angles to scatter any enemy lasers that are attempting to disable the rangefinder. The rangefinder laser passes through a roughly 3mm hole in the screen.
ARENA Mk. II: Scrambles enemy ATGM's radars and tracking systems. Also interferes with all ATGM tracking systems and/or other guided weapons' systems.
Shtora-3 defense suite: Scrambles enemy laser rangefinder, making it nearly impossible for enemy tank to fire, unless they guess the range. Also scrambles enemy communications systems and tracking systems. Also interferes with enemy laser-based systems and laser-type weapons by using a controlled beam of ultraviolet rays to scatter the laser (communications systems, weapons systems, rangefinder systems)
AEISCN-01: Shares target information with other friendly tanks in the field along with other information, also allows friendly tanks in large numbers to make coordinated attacks through out the battlefield. Also allows friendly tanks to instantly reorganize into new squadrons and divisions for new assaults and also relays all information back to command. This system also checks in every 2 minutes (or shorter; can be adjusted) with GPS and military satellites to update terrain and enemy movements. Also takes updated information and relays it to the commander's screen which displays all friendly tanks, enemy tanks, standing orders, enemy formations, buildings, objects, and other environmental objects. Coupled with this system is the SB-LRRCS (Long-range Radio communications set) with a range of roughly 450 miles.
NBC System SB-CAP-1 - This NBC system protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats as well as seal of the internal areas of the tanks from the outer environment, relying on an SB-AIR-M air recycling and cleaning unit to provide breathable oxygen to the tank's crew.
Periscope systems- Twin periscopes (commander periscope mentioned before)- Gunner periscope is outfitted with infrared technology, night vision tech, and the AEISCN-01 system (which shows enemy units based on satellite and aircraft intelligence or intel from other friendly ground untis).
Armor-
Layer one- 7/8in wide galvanized steel with powder coated exterior
Layer two- 1.25 inch Aluminum alloy honey-comb layer
Layer three- Kaktus-III ERA (Soviet Bloc-modified) with layer of 1/16th inch galvanized/treated steel behind it
Layer four- 1/2inch aluminum alloy honey-comb layer with SB-ACMCAS-2L- Advanced Coarse Materiel Composite Armor System which uses a layer of coarse ceramics sandwhiched between a steel/aluminum layer.
Armament-
152mm smoothbore SB-LBC-C8 main gun with SB-HS heat shield system
12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun
7.62mm or .50 caliber gunner's MG
7.62mm PKT coaxial MG
12 smoke grenade launchers (8 with smoke grenades, 4 with flares)
Turret-side mounted area for addition of an ATGM rocket pack
ATGM slide on other side of turret.
Enhanced survival functions- increased armor over engine compartment and radiator. Enhanced armor protecting fuel tank, hydrogen cell area, and battery area.
SB-AHDU which transfers engine exhaust into a special dissipator unit that fuses the exhaust and heat into cooled water from hydrogen cell and dissipates it out rear of unit and onto track assembly.
SB-ASFS - Advanced Snorkeling and Fording System- allows unit, at the touch of a button, to disengage head dissipator system (SB-AHDU), and to engage the flip-up snorkel system which allows the tank to ford up to 3 meters
Cost- $2.4 million USD
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-10/415311/experiment.JPG
The T-08 was developed on the T-06 chassis with extensive improvements and a complete redesign of the armor and framework. The T-08 will fulfill the ARSB Military's role of a heavy combat tank capable of heavy land combat against heavily armored targets and/or heavily armed targets. The T-08 was built to deal serious damage and also take plenty of damage.
Crew- 4 (Driver, loader, gunner, commander)
Dimensions-
Height- 2.9 meters
Weight- 64 tons
Length- (main body)- 7.2 meters
Width- 3.7 meters
Speed (max. road paved)- 90-110 km/hour
Speed (Max. road unpaved)- 75-100 km/hour
Speed (off-road)- 50-90 km/hour
Engine- SB-HTPAE-E8 Diesel electric assist engine with SB-ATPT-C2 turbocharger and SB-ATRS radiator system. The SB-TPEA system aides the main diesel engine in using an electric high-revolution engine to allow unsurpassable acceleration then allowing an immediate crankshaft lock into the diesel to allow smooth transfer from each version of power. The electric system is powered by the new Soviet Bloc hydrogen fuel cells (see the Zvarinograd AZ-MD post) arranged in a 16-cell stack that provides enough power to run the engine at full power for upwards of 20 minutes. The only problem is it needs an extensive power build up (there's a small air-intake located near the rear of the main body to take in air as well as six 3 gallon hydrogen tanks to assist the hydrogen fuel cell) that can take nearly 15-20 minutes. The electric assist engine provides astronomical acceleration and fuel conservation (as it kicks in to assist diesel engine whenever needed) while the diesel engine provides the sheer power a tank demands.
Transmission- SB-AHTTIV-T8 Infinitely-variable© transmission. The infinitely variable transmission allows for virtually any gear or power shift to used and can be swiftly changed into any super gear, then you can shift into any power shift gear for enhanced power, speed, and traction. All gears are mounted on seperate pivots and other gears to allow near infinite amount of gears for any condition traveled in.
Range- 800 km
Systems-
ALMRS/TTAC-04 Mk. III system: Tracks up to 60 enemies and ranks them according to range, heading, threat level, and tank-type to provide best possible firing solution. Also computes MOA and other variables and automatically sets turret and barrel to correct heading (when this feature is engaged) and can fire on up to two targets simultaneously (assuming ATGM's are on their respectable slides). Also tracks and targets enemy targets at up to 500 ft. altitude and up to 30 miles away.
SB-AFCS-S1 system: This advanced fire control system allows for the T-08 to engage moving targets while the T-08 is on the move. The barrel will always remain aimed at target while tank is in motion and will not waiver even over small hills, dips, bumps, and other obstructions. The barrel will always target enemy unit unless commander targets a new target or disengages system. The SB-AFCS-S1 system will continually track all targets and align barrel to fire on the target even if the target is on the move, the barrel will constantly update and move with the target while computing wind, weather, and MOA abilities for the best possible accuracy. The barrel will move on two different axis'. The commander's station is outfitted with nightvision capabilities, infrared capabilities, radar tracking capabilities (if an EW, radar aircraft, or radar station is near and able to send information), and advanced targetting systems. The commander's station is also outfitted with a periscope with nightvision, infrared capabilities, and a computerized screen to locate targets if they are obscured. Coupled with this system is the ALRS (Advanced Laser Range-finder System) which utilizes a laser rangefinder with a triple layer screen with crystals at different angles to scatter any enemy lasers that are attempting to disable the rangefinder. The rangefinder laser passes through a roughly 3mm hole in the screen.
ARENA Mk. II: Scrambles enemy ATGM's radars and tracking systems. Also interferes with all ATGM tracking systems and/or other guided weapons' systems.
Shtora-3 defense suite: Scrambles enemy laser rangefinder, making it nearly impossible for enemy tank to fire, unless they guess the range. Also scrambles enemy communications systems and tracking systems. Also interferes with enemy laser-based systems and laser-type weapons by using a controlled beam of ultraviolet rays to scatter the laser (communications systems, weapons systems, rangefinder systems)
AEISCN-01: Shares target information with other friendly tanks in the field along with other information, also allows friendly tanks in large numbers to make coordinated attacks through out the battlefield. Also allows friendly tanks to instantly reorganize into new squadrons and divisions for new assaults and also relays all information back to command. This system also checks in every 2 minutes (or shorter; can be adjusted) with GPS and military satellites to update terrain and enemy movements. Also takes updated information and relays it to the commander's screen which displays all friendly tanks, enemy tanks, standing orders, enemy formations, buildings, objects, and other environmental objects. Coupled with this system is the SB-LRRCS (Long-range Radio communications set) with a range of roughly 450 miles.
NBC System SB-CAP-1 - This NBC system protects against nuclear, biological, and chemical threats as well as seal of the internal areas of the tanks from the outer environment, relying on an SB-AIR-M air recycling and cleaning unit to provide breathable oxygen to the tank's crew.
Periscope systems- Twin periscopes (commander periscope mentioned before)- Gunner periscope is outfitted with infrared technology, night vision tech, and the AEISCN-01 system (which shows enemy units based on satellite and aircraft intelligence or intel from other friendly ground untis).
Armor-
Layer one- 7/8in wide galvanized steel with powder coated exterior
Layer two- 1.25 inch Aluminum alloy honey-comb layer
Layer three- Kaktus-III ERA (Soviet Bloc-modified) with layer of 1/16th inch galvanized/treated steel behind it
Layer four- 1/2inch aluminum alloy honey-comb layer with SB-ACMCAS-2L- Advanced Coarse Materiel Composite Armor System which uses a layer of coarse ceramics sandwhiched between a steel/aluminum layer.
Armament-
152mm smoothbore SB-LBC-C8 main gun with SB-HS heat shield system
12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun
7.62mm or .50 caliber gunner's MG
7.62mm PKT coaxial MG
12 smoke grenade launchers (8 with smoke grenades, 4 with flares)
Turret-side mounted area for addition of an ATGM rocket pack
ATGM slide on other side of turret.
Enhanced survival functions- increased armor over engine compartment and radiator. Enhanced armor protecting fuel tank, hydrogen cell area, and battery area.
SB-AHDU which transfers engine exhaust into a special dissipator unit that fuses the exhaust and heat into cooled water from hydrogen cell and dissipates it out rear of unit and onto track assembly.
SB-ASFS - Advanced Snorkeling and Fording System- allows unit, at the touch of a button, to disengage head dissipator system (SB-AHDU), and to engage the flip-up snorkel system which allows the tank to ford up to 3 meters
Cost- $2.4 million USD