Kazakhstania
07-06-2004, 17:34
M-26UMX Main Battle Tank
http://www.stewarts.net/zac/img/m26um.gif
Design
Designed to combat all other Main Battle Tanks in the world, the M-26 had had everything we own put into it. Design was VERY important, and we have had all our autobile companinies, tank manufacturers and some experts from other countries helping us. But, we've made it better.
The Xversion is state of the art, the finest on earth. With the latest technology and everything a tank needs, any Medum Tank on earth can be combatted with this, even some what would be called a lightweight tank.
It is based on the old T-80, and more lately on the T-80UK. We like the idea of the tank, and wanted to capitalise on it. The turret and hull combine well and look sleek and low figured, ideal for a main battle tank. It also had to allow for a large gun with lots of recoil, which has been catered for with design modifications.
Turret siding has been installed, and the smoke dispensers have been moved to a position on the side which is clearly seen. ATGM pods have been installed, and Mud and bullet deflectors have been positioned on the turret. Various new electronics and periscopes have been installed, which are detailed in 'systems'.
The turret has been moved forward to allow for a very large engine, a 1800 Horsepower Hydrogen Turbo Charged KZ-79 Battle Tank engine, which is state of the art, and is our latest engine. Electronically sontrolled with turbochragers and everythign else you'll need, this beast can accelerate the tank to some astonishing speeds. The engine is strategically placed in a well armored section, which is well armored on the top as well as sides.
On the new updated UMX version, there is a new armor to boot. It is constructed of a titanium alloy in an epoxy-resin honeycomb. Also, tnusten is mixed through while lightened to make sure weight isnt increased. This means that the whole thing is very, very strong, and is the strongest material on earth. It surpasses the Ti/C, DU and Chobham-2 armor, and is the best in the world. We are very, very proud of this armor.
The armor amounts vary around the tank. The frontal armor is enough to stop an 145mm shell, which is quite much in this modern world. The side armor is designed to stop artillery and AT rockets, and is stronger around the gine and crew sections. It can stop and has stopped 110mm, but is mainly designed to counter IFV's, Javelin Systems and various artillery munitions.
The rear armor is just enough to stop 50-90mm shells, Javelin Rockets, and AT rockets, The top armor is very protective, and can stop Javelin rockets, 120mm artillery and most Helicopter fired unguided munitions. Cluster bombs can easily be dealt with aswell. The floppy plastic things on the sides are made of Fiber Glass and Ceramics for bullet protection to the electronics, and help with the NBC systems using lead. The side skirts are made of the same material but thicker, for mine protection. It is also fitted standard with VUISTREL-2 NERA, which can take hit after hit and not break.
http://www.aeronautics.ru/archive/armored_vehicles/tank/T80UD_2.jpg
The crew are situated in various positions. The driver sits in the front of the tank, in front of the protective shield that blocks the front end of the tank from the turret. The commander and Gunner sit under the turret, and the autolader takes up quite a lot of space under the cannon. It is all very secure, and there are blast proof walls between each position.There is easy exit doors and maintenance hatches throughout, and most areas can be accesed without removing the turret.
The tank ahs been stripped of all undeed weight and lightened considerably, by over 5 tons. This is dramatic, and may not seem much but in conjunction with the ngine can accelerate and speed the tank far more effectively.
Systems
This is where this tank is really special. The systems on this tnak are expensive, special, quick and very, very user friendly. Software companies around the world were contacted to create and update these systems, and we pulled many ropes to get these programs. Most are updated versions of our old systems, witha few new ones aswell.
First off, there is the Joint Tactical Infomation Distrubtion System. It allows tanks to talk to other tanks, records and sends data and manages the tanks communications systems. It is high speed and is managed by the SuperComputer just in front of the engine. It looks after inter-tank and inside tank information, and can communicate with any JTIDS equipped vehilce/unit on the planet. It either uses Sattelite Communication or laser Communication.
The little antinnae on the tanks roof does a lot. It transmits all satellite, radio and laser communications to communicate in any way. It is directly linked to the SuperComputer and can transmit to any covered area on the globe. This may seem minor, but is central in communication.
The 360 degree camra systems are mounted on the roof and are intergrated with the Thermal and Night Vision Imaging systems. There are 2, for the Gunner and Commander. Screens at each position show the tanks status and various other things which are monitored by sensors and the SuperComputer.
The targetting system is enabled by both the gunner and commander. It conveys messages to the Autoloader, co-axial gun and turret mounted gun. The aiming sytem incorporates wind, temperature and target positioning and caters for it in adjusting the gun. The gunne can even target manually. It can be set to aim at Heat giving objects or targets given to it by the JTIDS. It also manages the targetting of the Anti Missile Laser, depending on which mode it is set to. This means quick and effective anti missile targeting.
The tank economy system monitors the engine and tread movement and modifies it depending on where the gunner wants the tank to go. It also varies the water exhaust flow, and manages the movement controls. A full NBC system is installed with filters in between the crew compartments and various exhaust systems.
The Jammer installed is a Multi-Frequency Electronic Jammer, nicknamed ARENA-7. It can jam electronics up to 600 metres away guranteed and less so for hardened systems. A jammer to jam jammers (confusing I know) called Dra
The supercmputer itself is ultra fast and can hold, give and pass onn info in nano seconds. It is liquid cooled, amazingly by the liquid produced by the engine. It maintains everything in the tank, and is vital.
Weaponary
A large cannon was needed for the tank, and the boys who made the M-22 tank destroyer were kind to oblige. The 145mm Electro Thermal is lethal. It can take out the full front armor of a M1A2, hell, it can take out the front armor of a T-96. It can be fired while moving. In the X version, the gun has been made into the most powerful of it's class, whcih can stop anything in Real Life and everything short of an Ultra Heavy Battle tank on NS.
The secondary weapon is the co-axially mounted 12.7mm Machine Gun, which reaches 550 rounds per minute, and is placed on the right of the 145mm gun. On top of the turret is a 12.7mm NSVK which can fire 650 rounds a minute for anti infantary use.
Various ATGM's can be fitted on the tank. 6 Kornet ATGM's can be fitted in the visible front launchers, ATGM's can be fired from the main gun and there are 3 internal launchers on each side of the turret, under hatches. These can easily take out any APC and most IFV's.
The laser anti missile system is also installed. It can take out ATGM's, RPG's and even Tank Shells. It is operated by the onboard computer, and is very, very accurate. So far we have had a 95% accuracy record. It is crucial in defendng the tank, and makes it basically unkillable from anything but another tank.
There are, as you can see, 6 Smoke Grenade dispensers on each side and 4 not visible on the rear. 12 Are loaded with smoke grenades, 2 with Flares and 2 with Chaff. Also fitted, 2 SAM missiles can be loaded on each side of the turret. .
Anyway, we very much hope you like our tank and once more....stats:
Designation: M-26UMX Advanced Main Battle Tank
Crew: 3
Combat Weight: 84.0 mt
Chassis Length Overall: 7.01m
Height Overall: 2.20m
Width Overall: 3.60m
Engine Type: A 1800 h.p. KZ-75 Hydrogen Turbo Charged
Cruising Range: 635 km
Max Road: 51 mph
Max Off-Road: 32 mph
Radio: KZ-174 Intercom
Armor Turret Front: Against 145-mm ammunition
Applique Armor: Side of hull , over track skirt
Explosive Reactive Armor: VUISTREL-2 NERA
Active Protective System: ARENA-5 is available
Mineclearing Equipment: Roller-plow set and plows available
Self-Entrenching Blade: Capable
NBC Protection System: Filters and Self Seal
Smoke Equipment: Sixteen 40mm Dispensers
Main Armament: 135mm ETC Cannon
Rate of Fire: 11-12 RPM
Loader Type: INFINITE separate-loading autoloader
Ready/Stowed Rounds: 9 in carousel, 22towed (Auto loaded)
Stowed Rounds: 16rounds (Manual Loaded into Loader)
Elevation: -6 to +22
Fire on Move: Yes (hydraulic holder)
Secondary Weapon: 12.7mm Machine Gun NSVK
Co-axial Weapon: NSVK cal MG
ATGM Launchers: 4 Kornet ATGM's in each pod, 3 in turret sides.
Rangefinder: Laser and Thermal
Infrared Searchlight: Yes
Cost:$8,000,000
Add on features:
Conventional Diesel Engine: Minus $150,000
Conventional Cannon Minus: $50,000
Thankyou
http://www.aeronautics.ru/archive/armored_vehicles/tank/T80UD_1.jpg
http://www.stewarts.net/zac/img/m26um.gif
Design
Designed to combat all other Main Battle Tanks in the world, the M-26 had had everything we own put into it. Design was VERY important, and we have had all our autobile companinies, tank manufacturers and some experts from other countries helping us. But, we've made it better.
The Xversion is state of the art, the finest on earth. With the latest technology and everything a tank needs, any Medum Tank on earth can be combatted with this, even some what would be called a lightweight tank.
It is based on the old T-80, and more lately on the T-80UK. We like the idea of the tank, and wanted to capitalise on it. The turret and hull combine well and look sleek and low figured, ideal for a main battle tank. It also had to allow for a large gun with lots of recoil, which has been catered for with design modifications.
Turret siding has been installed, and the smoke dispensers have been moved to a position on the side which is clearly seen. ATGM pods have been installed, and Mud and bullet deflectors have been positioned on the turret. Various new electronics and periscopes have been installed, which are detailed in 'systems'.
The turret has been moved forward to allow for a very large engine, a 1800 Horsepower Hydrogen Turbo Charged KZ-79 Battle Tank engine, which is state of the art, and is our latest engine. Electronically sontrolled with turbochragers and everythign else you'll need, this beast can accelerate the tank to some astonishing speeds. The engine is strategically placed in a well armored section, which is well armored on the top as well as sides.
On the new updated UMX version, there is a new armor to boot. It is constructed of a titanium alloy in an epoxy-resin honeycomb. Also, tnusten is mixed through while lightened to make sure weight isnt increased. This means that the whole thing is very, very strong, and is the strongest material on earth. It surpasses the Ti/C, DU and Chobham-2 armor, and is the best in the world. We are very, very proud of this armor.
The armor amounts vary around the tank. The frontal armor is enough to stop an 145mm shell, which is quite much in this modern world. The side armor is designed to stop artillery and AT rockets, and is stronger around the gine and crew sections. It can stop and has stopped 110mm, but is mainly designed to counter IFV's, Javelin Systems and various artillery munitions.
The rear armor is just enough to stop 50-90mm shells, Javelin Rockets, and AT rockets, The top armor is very protective, and can stop Javelin rockets, 120mm artillery and most Helicopter fired unguided munitions. Cluster bombs can easily be dealt with aswell. The floppy plastic things on the sides are made of Fiber Glass and Ceramics for bullet protection to the electronics, and help with the NBC systems using lead. The side skirts are made of the same material but thicker, for mine protection. It is also fitted standard with VUISTREL-2 NERA, which can take hit after hit and not break.
http://www.aeronautics.ru/archive/armored_vehicles/tank/T80UD_2.jpg
The crew are situated in various positions. The driver sits in the front of the tank, in front of the protective shield that blocks the front end of the tank from the turret. The commander and Gunner sit under the turret, and the autolader takes up quite a lot of space under the cannon. It is all very secure, and there are blast proof walls between each position.There is easy exit doors and maintenance hatches throughout, and most areas can be accesed without removing the turret.
The tank ahs been stripped of all undeed weight and lightened considerably, by over 5 tons. This is dramatic, and may not seem much but in conjunction with the ngine can accelerate and speed the tank far more effectively.
Systems
This is where this tank is really special. The systems on this tnak are expensive, special, quick and very, very user friendly. Software companies around the world were contacted to create and update these systems, and we pulled many ropes to get these programs. Most are updated versions of our old systems, witha few new ones aswell.
First off, there is the Joint Tactical Infomation Distrubtion System. It allows tanks to talk to other tanks, records and sends data and manages the tanks communications systems. It is high speed and is managed by the SuperComputer just in front of the engine. It looks after inter-tank and inside tank information, and can communicate with any JTIDS equipped vehilce/unit on the planet. It either uses Sattelite Communication or laser Communication.
The little antinnae on the tanks roof does a lot. It transmits all satellite, radio and laser communications to communicate in any way. It is directly linked to the SuperComputer and can transmit to any covered area on the globe. This may seem minor, but is central in communication.
The 360 degree camra systems are mounted on the roof and are intergrated with the Thermal and Night Vision Imaging systems. There are 2, for the Gunner and Commander. Screens at each position show the tanks status and various other things which are monitored by sensors and the SuperComputer.
The targetting system is enabled by both the gunner and commander. It conveys messages to the Autoloader, co-axial gun and turret mounted gun. The aiming sytem incorporates wind, temperature and target positioning and caters for it in adjusting the gun. The gunne can even target manually. It can be set to aim at Heat giving objects or targets given to it by the JTIDS. It also manages the targetting of the Anti Missile Laser, depending on which mode it is set to. This means quick and effective anti missile targeting.
The tank economy system monitors the engine and tread movement and modifies it depending on where the gunner wants the tank to go. It also varies the water exhaust flow, and manages the movement controls. A full NBC system is installed with filters in between the crew compartments and various exhaust systems.
The Jammer installed is a Multi-Frequency Electronic Jammer, nicknamed ARENA-7. It can jam electronics up to 600 metres away guranteed and less so for hardened systems. A jammer to jam jammers (confusing I know) called Dra
The supercmputer itself is ultra fast and can hold, give and pass onn info in nano seconds. It is liquid cooled, amazingly by the liquid produced by the engine. It maintains everything in the tank, and is vital.
Weaponary
A large cannon was needed for the tank, and the boys who made the M-22 tank destroyer were kind to oblige. The 145mm Electro Thermal is lethal. It can take out the full front armor of a M1A2, hell, it can take out the front armor of a T-96. It can be fired while moving. In the X version, the gun has been made into the most powerful of it's class, whcih can stop anything in Real Life and everything short of an Ultra Heavy Battle tank on NS.
The secondary weapon is the co-axially mounted 12.7mm Machine Gun, which reaches 550 rounds per minute, and is placed on the right of the 145mm gun. On top of the turret is a 12.7mm NSVK which can fire 650 rounds a minute for anti infantary use.
Various ATGM's can be fitted on the tank. 6 Kornet ATGM's can be fitted in the visible front launchers, ATGM's can be fired from the main gun and there are 3 internal launchers on each side of the turret, under hatches. These can easily take out any APC and most IFV's.
The laser anti missile system is also installed. It can take out ATGM's, RPG's and even Tank Shells. It is operated by the onboard computer, and is very, very accurate. So far we have had a 95% accuracy record. It is crucial in defendng the tank, and makes it basically unkillable from anything but another tank.
There are, as you can see, 6 Smoke Grenade dispensers on each side and 4 not visible on the rear. 12 Are loaded with smoke grenades, 2 with Flares and 2 with Chaff. Also fitted, 2 SAM missiles can be loaded on each side of the turret. .
Anyway, we very much hope you like our tank and once more....stats:
Designation: M-26UMX Advanced Main Battle Tank
Crew: 3
Combat Weight: 84.0 mt
Chassis Length Overall: 7.01m
Height Overall: 2.20m
Width Overall: 3.60m
Engine Type: A 1800 h.p. KZ-75 Hydrogen Turbo Charged
Cruising Range: 635 km
Max Road: 51 mph
Max Off-Road: 32 mph
Radio: KZ-174 Intercom
Armor Turret Front: Against 145-mm ammunition
Applique Armor: Side of hull , over track skirt
Explosive Reactive Armor: VUISTREL-2 NERA
Active Protective System: ARENA-5 is available
Mineclearing Equipment: Roller-plow set and plows available
Self-Entrenching Blade: Capable
NBC Protection System: Filters and Self Seal
Smoke Equipment: Sixteen 40mm Dispensers
Main Armament: 135mm ETC Cannon
Rate of Fire: 11-12 RPM
Loader Type: INFINITE separate-loading autoloader
Ready/Stowed Rounds: 9 in carousel, 22towed (Auto loaded)
Stowed Rounds: 16rounds (Manual Loaded into Loader)
Elevation: -6 to +22
Fire on Move: Yes (hydraulic holder)
Secondary Weapon: 12.7mm Machine Gun NSVK
Co-axial Weapon: NSVK cal MG
ATGM Launchers: 4 Kornet ATGM's in each pod, 3 in turret sides.
Rangefinder: Laser and Thermal
Infrared Searchlight: Yes
Cost:$8,000,000
Add on features:
Conventional Diesel Engine: Minus $150,000
Conventional Cannon Minus: $50,000
Thankyou
http://www.aeronautics.ru/archive/armored_vehicles/tank/T80UD_1.jpg