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M-42 Ultra-Heavy Battle Tank

Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 10:19
Kazakhstania has been creating this new Battle Tank for quite some time now. Finally, we release it to you. Crammed with our latest technology and many innovations, this new tank is top of the range. Now, here today, we release this new tank for export to your country. Thank you, and we hope you buy many.

M-42 Ultra Heavy Battle Tank

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Design

Created to be the best tank in the world from the start, this has been a very ambitious project. We have designed this both for export to make a hopefully huge profit and to give Kazakhstania a brand new main battle tank with which to challenge all tanks in the world.

Created in mind with a Huge Arnament, large amounts of Armor and a Huge Engine, this tank is the best of the best and the best of what Kazakhstania has to offer. We have covered most of our goals, and will continue to give huge amounts of technology in the future to upgrades.

Purely designed with both careful advance and heavy defence in minds. The shell of the tank is large a heavy, designed to look undestroyable and cast low morale when one appears. The design involves deflective surfaces and a fairly large profile. It is huge enough to contain most of what is needed inside the tank.

The turret is the most important part of the vehicle. Filled with the huge cannon, various automated co-arnaments and the huge autoloader. Also contained are various electronic devices, and the FCS and JTIDS systems. On top are the laser defence and jammer systems.

The interior of the tank is very cramped. The huge engine, large amount of armor and overhead cannon take up large amounts of room. This leaves little space for the crewmembers. They are located in the front of the tank, all three of them. The roles of the crew are very different, however.

The driver automates the engine systems, and of course, drives with the computer aided manoeuvre system. The commander works the computer systems and assigns targets. The gunner uses the large cannon and various weapons subsystems. These jobs are made easy by the various MFD’s in the cockpits. The crew are allowed to see via the 360-degree cameras on the roof.

On the turret roof, many systems are found. These include the multifunction module. This small tower contains the Anti Missile Laser system, two cameras and jammers. Also on top are the driver’s camera, back up electronic periscope and various sensors. This allows the tank to move even with several sensors down.

The armor of this tank is in huge quantity and unique design. It is based in several layers. These include: Firstly, an outer layer of Kazakh 4th Generation Non Explosive Deflective Armor. This is unique ERA, essentially. Then, a layer of Titanium in an Epoxy Resin Honeycomb. Thirdly, a layer of Tungsten, and an inner layer of Steel. This is overall almost 1,700mm thick.

Systems

The most important part of this tank is its systems. These include the latest generation electronics, firing systems and comms systems. This allows the tank to see, aim and shoot before the target reacts. This allows the tank to take out anything before it reacts. This is a unique system.

Firstly, the most important part of all our electronics is JTIDS, Joint Tactical Information Distribution System. This system allows the information of enemy placements to be passed on to all friendly units, to their JTIDS systems. It also allows for the gun to be aimed by other units, via the Fire Control System. This and the most advanced system of it’s kind.

The fire control system is brand new. As long as the gunner designates the target, the gun auto aligns, modifies its aim for distance and wind, before firing. This is a fast and easy system, and ties in with the JTIDS system via links in electronics,. They are essentially almost the same program, and in later versions will be a single program in future upgrades.

The camera system in the tank is for the whole crew. Indeed, the driver has his own camera, as does the Commander and Gunner. These cameras are 360-degree aimers. This allows the crew to have total battlefield awareness, and takes away the need for periscopes. The camera’s view is displayed on the crew TV screens. There are night vision systems for both the Commander and Gunner, including IR sights for the gunner.

The engine autonomy system automates the direction of the tread travelling, based on the direction the driver wants to get to. It turns and accelerates on instruction, but also takes into account slope, pitch etc. This computer saves fuel and means added speed.

Also in the vehicle are minor features like Environment control, Air control and fuel efficiency. All this is included, and allows the tank to be the best electronic tank in the world.

Armament

The armament on this tank is huge. The main armament is Kazakhstania’s new Kazakh-155UB gun. This is an 155mm Electro Thermal Chemical Cannon, fitted on the M-22UM1 Tank Destroyer and this tank. It is the most powerful tank gun in the world, ever. This gun can pierce any tank armor on earth, and fire a huge variety of shells.

These shells include SABOT, HEAT, HE, HE-FRAG and Tungsten Splinter Shells. This supplies the main tank gun with huge versatility, and means the tank can engage almost every tank in the world. This gun is the cutting edge of ETC technology. The barrel is roughly 48-52 calibers long, and uses outstanding accuracy.

Various secondary arnaments include a Co-Axial 30mm SuperShot Cannon, a Co-Axial 12.7mm Machine Gun and the turret arnaments. The one turret top arnament is a 35mm Automatic Grenade Launcher. This combination of arnaments allow huge capability for a wide variety of roles. We are proud of the unexpected versatility of the vehicle.

The defensive arnaments include our Turret Top Anti-Missile Laser System, Two turret top flare dispensers on either side, and 16 Smoke Grenade Dispensers. On the turret top in two double missile launcher tubes (not in pic) are four Igla-SKZ SAM missiles, two to each tube. These are on hydraulic lifts, for elevation. Finally, there are two Kornet ATGM pods, each containing 4 missiles. This defensive arnament is hard to get through.

We hope you enjoy our tank, so thanks for reading!

Crew: 3
Weight: 100 tons
Engine: 1,900 hp liquid nitrogen cooled hydrogen
Transmission: Digital
Track: Rubber Hi-Grip Coated Tracks, Road Wheels
Suspension: Liquid Distrution, Computer Managed
Radio: JTIDS, Short Range Radar, Satellite Comms
Dimension: Length: 13.00 m; Height: 3.30 m; Width: 5.70
Cruising Range: 590 km
Speed: Max road 54 km/h; max off-road 39 km/h; average cross-country 25 km/h
Main Gun: Kazakh-155UB 155 mm ETC
Rate of Fire: 9 rounds/min
Co-Arnament: 30mm SuperShot Cannon
Auxiliary Weapon: One coaxial 12.7 mm machine gun; one 35mm Automatic Grenade Launcher
Missiles: Eight Kornet ATGM’s; Four Igla-SKZ SAM Missiles
Defensive Arnament: Two Flare Dispensers; 16 Smoke Grenade Dispensers; One Anti-Missile Laser System
Fire Control: Kazakh-80

Cost: $11,500,000

Thankyou.

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22-02-2004, 10:24
I would like to take 200 for trials in my nation. If all goes well I will be buying more. Is there a chance that I could buy the manufacturing rights. $9000000000000000 sound okay?
22-02-2004, 10:29
A very well built tank, I must say. With these on your side, you would make a formidable opponent in times of war. Perhaps, when our country begins to concentrate more on our military, we might buy a few of these. You've been known as a trustable merchant. Good luck on your future innovations, and congratulations on this marvelous engineering!
Civil Disobedients
22-02-2004, 10:33
The Civil Disobedients' military requires 500 of these vehicles, the necessary funding will be transfered from our international trading account into an account you designate upon confirmation of our order.

My Regards
General Grant.
22-02-2004, 10:33
The Dominion of Soniwaacman wishes to Purchase 100 of your tanks

$950,000,000 to be Wired upon Confirmation of Order.
Desudoragon
22-02-2004, 10:40
*tag*
Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 10:49
All orders confirmed!

The manufacturing rights are not for sale, for any price.

Thankyou for all the payed complements, we are greatful for this pleasurable response.

Dont tag, buy!
Axis Nova
22-02-2004, 11:24
...

800mm of armor and only weighs 90 tons?

Yeah right.

Axis Nova
Armacor
22-02-2004, 13:13
ooc// 800mm is fine if it is just effective RHA - so not RHA but a better materia...

i personally am wondering what the flaw of this vehicle is - considering how cheap it is for whiat it is supposed to be able to do...
Chao master
22-02-2004, 14:03
The Democratic Republic Of Chao Master Would Like To Purchase 500 Of These Fine Vehchels, to replace the delapidated current design in our service. Money shall be sent on the confirmation of the order.
Skidetenland
22-02-2004, 14:05
9 rpm might be good for a tank like this, but when up against other tanks with a higher fire rate, I wonder if it would be able to stand up to the heat.
Also, this tank is far too light for 800mm of armour, unless the armour is make out of plastic.
22-02-2004, 14:10
The drawback is simple.
With all those exciting systems, autoloaders and other gadgets it's mising space for old fashioned extras for example, extra ammo or room to breathe.

And it's way too light unless the armour has the samethe stopping power of glass...
Intelligent Neighbors
22-02-2004, 14:24
Wow.... :shock:

Please can we order 100 of these...

The total will be:

$950 million

*wired*

Thanks,
IN
Penguisiana
22-02-2004, 14:39
I'm on a shopping spree today cus I have 400 billion and nothing to do with it.

I'll take um..... 3000 of these

that would be 28.5 billion.

wired upon confirmation
Penguisiana
22-02-2004, 14:39
I'm on a shopping spree today cus I have 400 billion and nothing to do with it.

I'll take um..... 3000 of these

that would be 28.5 billion.

wired upon confirmation
Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 18:05
OOC:

Let me just clear some stuff up for you :)

Weight: My bad. I didn't know, so just estimated based on the levels of other tanks.

The three crew are situated at the very front of the tank, and there is a vertical autoloader-loader behind them. Behind that is the engine, and the computers are between the crew.

Price can go up, but we make em in large orders with few people making them, thanks to the high tech industry.

The armor is light but extremely heavy duty, but the weight can go up.

Im gonna change where the Igla's are, they might be in a bad place, but I dunno.
Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 18:08
All orders confirmed, compliments returned :)
22-02-2004, 18:12
Good job, Kazakhstania, we've been watching this project progress with great interest, and would like to place an order for 1500 of these, for I believe 14.25 billion?
Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 18:15
Putting "Ultra" in the title must boost sales :shock:

Order Confirmed, enjoy!
Kazakhstania
22-02-2004, 20:07
bump
Hogsweat
22-02-2004, 20:31
Can i take 1000?
Andrehervia
22-02-2004, 20:46
The Andrehervian military would like to buy 1000 of these tanks. The total cost should come to AH£9,500,000,000.

However, if that order is too large, we will decrease our order to 500. That will come to AH£4,750,000,000.

Money will be wired upon confirmation of delivery.
Kazakhstania
23-02-2004, 11:43
All Orders are greatfully confirmed.
23-02-2004, 16:05
Having excess money to use (our economy is not the best, but we have a large population of... contributors), we have decided to purchase 50 of the M-42 for $475,000,000. However, as usually during our nation's trading procedures, we'd prefer the tanks to be sent to the specified coordinates where our team will pick them up as soon as you leave. Knowing that delivering something of this size, we can pay an extra $20,000 for the procedures.

The money will be wired upon confirmation of purchase. We thank you in advance.
Kazakhstania
24-02-2004, 11:11
Order Confirmed.

That 155mm cannon :D
Kazakhstania
25-02-2004, 11:05
bump
Kazakhstania
08-06-2004, 16:41
bump
Kazakhstania
18-06-2004, 14:12
bump
Hogsweat
19-06-2004, 10:37
Heh I like it::
Another 1000 please.
Apple Zer0
19-06-2004, 10:37
OOC: That pic is off CnC Generals.



CnC is great :D
The Mighty Mattman
19-06-2004, 10:50
I would like to purchace 33 tanks for urban warfare
apprx. $317 mil. Ready to transfer on your command.
Anime-Otakus
19-06-2004, 10:54
The Republic wishes to procure 1000 units for the AOGSDF.

Money wired upon order confirmation.

Takizawa Ryuichi
Defence Minister
Republic of Anime-Otakus
Da Hounds
19-06-2004, 17:11
I will buy one tank= 9,500,000

*Wired upon Confirmation*
Bleland
19-06-2004, 17:16
Are these future or modern tech?
Dracun imperium
19-06-2004, 17:20
The imperium wishes to make this a front line tank. We wish to purchase production right for a high price of your choosing. We are willing to go as far as 1 trillion for this excellent and well desgined tank. If you refuse we will take 1,500
*money wired upon confirmation*
Scandavian States
19-06-2004, 18:27
[I have a small problem with a couple of your claims. How is your tank's 155mm ETC more powerful than any 155mm ETC on any other tank, including my Conqueror? Second, you have given no penetration stats for your SABOT rounds, so how can you claim that they can go through anything? You have to back this kind of stuff up with data or otherwise its just baseless propaganda.]
Armacor
21-06-2004, 10:20
um question to those out there - why is 800mm of effective RHA considered so hard to achive?
Crookfur
21-06-2004, 13:07
it shouldn't be difficult to achieve, after all the glacis of the abrams is a full 800mm thick anyway... (thicker if you count fuel tanks which are designed as part of the armour) and the various members of the T-series have ahd 900mm+ effective ratings.


SS: well its a sales thread, not everyone is like Crookfur and merely describes thier stuff as being "rather nice" after all it's not as if they have to conform to UK advertising standards or anything...
Kazakhstania
21-06-2004, 15:02
Sorry guys.

I reasearched a lot for this, so dont put it down. Also, its the strongest gun in our nation, and probably in RL. I just refrain from saying its the best on NS as everyone has something better.

We use Iridium penetrators sometimes as Ultra Advanced Ammunition, and Osmium if its available.

The armor is fine, as Crookfur wil agree with me.