5. Type 99A - China's Modern Contender



Type 99A from China shows the nation's developing armoured warfare technical capacity. Comprising composite and reactive armour as well as an active protection system akin to the Russian Arena system, this modern main battle tank Its 125mm smoothbore cannon is matched by a hunter-killer capable advanced fire control system. For its 54-ton weight, the 1500hp diesel engine of the tank offers outstanding mobility. Among the noteworthy capabilities are thermal imaging, a laser warning system, and minimal preparation required to ford deep water. The way the Type 99A combines digital battlefield management systems captures China's focus on network-centric warfare.
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