British developers significantly upgraded Challenger 3 battle tank

< img src = "/uploads/blogs/ef/ee/ib-fs0fibg6h_7b271523.jpg" Alt = "British developers substantially upgraded the Challenger Battle Tank 3"/> ~ < P > The UK Defense Ministry has officially confirmed progress in the modernization program of the main combat tank of Challenger 3. Today, four units have already been delivered, four more are in production. In total, the British army will receive 148 updated tanks made by Rheinmetall Bae Systems Land (Rbsl) by deep modernization of current Challenger 2.

~ < p >The new challenger 3 must enter the combat warehouse by 2027 and become a key element of armored forces within the & Laquo; Future Soldier & raquo;. conditions.

< p > Among the main technical innovations & mdash; Replacement of a threaded gun 120 mm with a smooth -bore L55A1, which allows to use a wide range of modern ammunition, including new generation kinetic shells and programmable subversive ammunition. It also provides compatibility with NATO's weapons, simplifying joint operations and logistics.

< P > The tank will receive a new tower with a digital fire control system, modern sights and sensors. The protection system will be complemented by modular armor with elements of reactive and passive type. Also considered the possibility of integration of an active protection system capable of intercepting enemy projectiles until the moment of impact.

< P > Challenger 3 will also receive an updated power plant, improved suspension and new communication systems. Much attention is paid to crew ergonomics and digital integration with other combat units. Tanks will become an important part of a network-centric defense concept.

< p > thus, Challenger 3 has not only to replace the morally outdated Challenger 2, but also to become a symbol of a new era of British armored troops adapted to the conditions of high -tech modern combat.

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