Direct Translation via Google Translate. Edited.[REGNUM] In the special operation zone in the second half of April, Russian Black Eagle tanks will appear, which, in terms of characteristics, are significantly superior to Western equipment, according to the SVO Tankers Telegram channel on April 1.
The first sample of the tank was presented in 1997. It was a modified undercarriage of the main T-80U tank with a new design turret mounted on it. Subsequently, the 125 mm gun was replaced by a 152 mm gun.
The tank with a combat weight of 48 tons is equipped with a gas turbine engine with a capacity of more than 1500 horsepower. The specific power of the "Black Eagle" exceeds 30 liters. s./t., and Western tanks of the third generation have only 20-25 hp. s./t.
As REGNUM reported , on April 1, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu announced a multiple increase in the production of precision-guided munitions by expanding production capacities and increasing labor productivity. We are talking about both conventional and high-precision types of weapons.