DZT-159

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DZT-159
At the end of 1959, China decided to develop an alternative medium tank based on the proven Type 59 base using technologies and solutions from other sources. The tank was supposed to feature jet boosters that increased the vehicle's speed and crossing capacity.

122 mm 57-I

DZT-159

A-220A-DZT

12150L3-II

DZT-159

Shell Types:

AP
HEAT
HE

Equipment:

Consumables:

Firepower:

Ammunition40 (rounds)
Caliber122 (mm)
Damage440 / 440 / 530 (HP)
Penetration260 / 310 / 68 (mm)
Rate of Fire5.13 (rounds/min)
Average Damage per Minute2256 (HP)
Shells in the Magazine  
Time for Loading Between Shots  (s)
Time for Complete Loading  (s)
Gun Loading11.70 (s)
Aiming Time2.70 (s)
Dispersion at 100 m0.40 (m)

Mobility:

Weight/Load Limit41.00 / 45.00 (t)
Engine Power640 (h.p.)
Specific Power15.61 (h.p./t)
Top Speed40 (km/h)
Reverse Speed15 (km/h)
Traverse Speed40 (deg/s)
Turret Traverse Speed25 (deg/s)

Survivability:

Hit Points1600 (HP)
Hull Armor120 / 80 / 50 (mm)
Turret Armor270 / 150 / 200 (mm)

Spotting:

View Range390 (m)
Signal Range720 (m)
 

Crew:

Commander
Gunner
Driver
Loader(Radio Operator)