"250 horsepower!" Zhang Tingshu immediately showed an expression of wonder. This is three times more powerful than the engine currently used by Fengjun. Having a strong heart means that a more powerful tank can be produced. Zhang Tingshu is completely tempted.
Already.
"Old Xiong, can this engine be installed on a tank? Have you done any experiments?"
Xiong Mengyuan smiled and said: "Whether it can be adapted to our tanks needs to be studied, but the French have indeed installed it, and they already have a super-heavy tank, weighing 70 tons!"
"How many tons did you say? 70 tons? Are you kidding me? Are you sure it's not 7 tons?"
"Mr. Zhang, if it's 7 tons, do you need such a big engine?"
Zhang Tingshu shook his head, but he still couldn't believe how big a 70-ton tank would be. He couldn't believe it. Of course, even Zhang Tinglan was frightened by this data. You must know that the main battle tanks of later generations are generally only five
It’s only sixty tons. It’s a war right now. How could such a monster appear?
Xiong Mengyuan also immediately explained to them that the French did have a 70-ton tank, that is, the FCM-2C heavy tank. This thing can be called a land cruiser. I am afraid that only the German Maus tank will be even crazier.
This tank is 10.27 meters long, 3.8 meters high, and weighs 70 tons. It is equipped with a 75mm main gun and a machine gun. There are also three machine guns on the body. There are as many as 12 operators alone. It is definitely called
A model of madness, this weapon once again proves that war can drive people to the point of madness.
In fact, judging from the current technical level, it is too technically difficult to build such a large tank. This is indeed the case. The French initially planned to order 500 tanks, then reduced them to 300 tanks, and then reduced them again to 80 tanks.
In fact, by the end of the war, the French had produced a total of ten such tanks.
Moreover, the French used a 100-horsepower chenu engine, but this engine could not meet the requirements. It could not push the huge tank. As a result, the French turned to find a larger engine from defeated Germany, which is what is in front of them.
Maybach engines, the French installed a total of two engines to drive this super-heavy tank, ensuring that this monster can move forward at a speed of 10 to 15 kilometers.
Fengjun has also been focusing on the development of tanks, but due to technical constraints, the engine has to be purchased from foreign countries. Naturally, this Maybach engine was bought back by Fengjun through secret channels. I want to study it carefully.
After listening to Xiong Mengyuan's introduction, Zhang Tingshu's eyes suddenly widened: "Brother, the French are indeed a powerful country. They can actually create such a huge thing. It is simply amazing!"
Zhang Tinglan also nodded: "Indeed, from the perspective of technical implementation, this is a pioneering work, but that's all!" When Zhang Tinglan first heard that France had a 70-ton tank, he thought that his memory was lost.
The problem is, after all, he is not proficient in military affairs and has only a partial understanding of some famous equipment.
However, after Xiong Mengyuan finished speaking, Zhang Tinglan immediately understood that this kind of tank was just a failure and was nothing to worry about.
"Brother, this is a 70-ton tank. It is equipped with a 75-gun. If it were driven onto the battlefield, it would sweep across the battlefield. Why do you still treat it with such contempt? Aren't you afraid that our tanks will fall behind?"
"Commander Zhang Tingshu, please tell me first, how do you drive this thing onto the battlefield?" Zhang Tinglan said unceremoniously: "The greatest power of a tank is its mobility. We have conducted many long-distance raids. If we use a 70-ton tank
Can such a huge beast perform such a task?"
When Zhang Tingshu heard this, he suddenly woke up and his face felt a little feverish. Indeed, as a tank commander, he should not make such a low-level mistake. As a weapon, it is definitely not that the more advanced the data, the better.
After all, the suitability of the weapon must be considered.
Take tanks as an example. Whether in peacetime or in wartime, they need to be maneuvered in large quantities. Therefore, the tonnage of tanks cannot exceed the bearing capacity of bridges and railways. Otherwise, how can they be mobilized on a large scale. The weight of 70 tons, let alone
Even now, even in later generations, China's infrastructure is very developed, and it will be difficult to bear such a large tank.
Moreover, China's terrain is complex, and the surrounding combat areas and environments are diverse. Tanks must have very good adaptability. In other words, they must not be too big or heavy. Looking at the current situation, if used in the north, a tank of about 20 tons will be enough.
This is the limit. If placed in the south, it may only be able to bear a light tank of about ten tons.
When the French developed this kind of tank, they obviously didn't understand the purpose of the tank, and ended up creating such a big and useless thing.
"Brother, it's true that I was wrong and oversimplified the problem, but I think our tank should be bigger."
Zhang Tinglan nodded: "That's right. We'd better develop a mature and reliable tank within 20 tons. The main gun can be 50mm, or it can be equipped with a 75mm short-barreled gun, which can provide infantry
Support, and can carry out long-distance attacks. In addition, on the basis of this site, it is best to develop a self-propelled artillery. Some of the same parts can be used between the two to facilitate maintenance, and it can ensure the same marching speed.
The artillery can provide covering fire for the tanks."
Xiong Mengyuan heard Zhang Tinglan's words, nodded repeatedly, and said with a smile: "The commander immediately pointed out the direction of tank development, and it will be much easier for us to study it. I plan to understand this engine first, and make
Appropriate improvement, after all, it was originally used on airships, it was too large, and its fuel consumption was also very alarming, so it did not fully meet the requirements of a tank.
Zhang Tinglan also nodded. Now that Fengjun has just finished the battle, I am afraid that there will be a long period of rest and development. There is no need to be too anxious. We can conduct research step by step and train the scientific research team well. This is very good.
"You can conduct a thorough argument first and consider all aspects. On the battlefield, the stability of a weapon is often more important than anything else."
After Zhang Tinglan made a clear explanation, he left the arsenal. Zhang Tingshu was still a little disappointed: "Brother, I originally thought that with the engine, I could make a new type of tank. I didn't expect that it would take a while. Isn't this worrying?
"
"Second brother, are you willing to be a tank soldier for the rest of your life?" Zhang Tinglan suddenly asked in a confused manner. Zhang Tingshu immediately frowned and his face changed color.
"Brother, do you think I'm not doing a good job and want to transfer me?"
Zhang Tinglan shook his head: "To be honest, I am still very satisfied with your commanding ability. But I think you still have the potential to improve. Maybe you should learn more as soon as possible, get married first, and then go to Europe and the United States to study for a while.
time."
Zhang Tingshu's mind was spinning very quickly. As soon as he heard this, he immediately felt something was wrong, and the atmosphere between the two brothers was also a little strange.
"Brother, is it because I made my own decisions when I was in North Korea, which made it difficult for you?"
Zhang Tingshu suddenly asked after a while, but Zhang Tinglan did not deny it, but sighed: "If it were someone else, I could praise him greatly, and even promote him to a noble rank, but my brother has more scruples. Obviously you are right
Yes, but some people will say that you are domineering and disobey orders. During this time, I have been adjusting the administrative system. As for the army, there are no big moves. There are just some personal matters that I haven't figured out how to deal with yet."
Zhang Tinglan was speaking from his heart. With his different status, he looked at the problem from a different perspective. Zhang Tingshu was good at making decisions and attacked Seoul. Although he achieved the result of annihilating three enemy divisions. If he were an ordinary officer, he would only
He has been praised and admired by all parties, but when it comes to the handsome younger brother, the problem is not that simple.
"Brother, will you transfer me out of the army forever?" After a long silence, Zhang Tingshu asked slightly hesitantly.
"Of course not!" Zhang Tinglan said firmly: "Even if I want to show my selflessness, I will not attack my own brother. In fact, from my heart, I also hope that you go abroad to learn more. In fact, it is not just you, including
Feng Yong and others should go out for a walk."
"Is it like Sixth Brother?"
"Yes, a person's vision determines his or her lifetime achievements. The bigger the pattern, the clearer the problem. Moreover, the technological level of the army is getting higher and higher. As a good commander, you must lead the trend and explore future development.
direction instead of passively waiting.”
Zhang Tingshu thought for a while, then nodded: "Brother, I will listen to you. After getting ready, I will go to Europe and the United States to study."
Zhang Tinglan nodded happily: "I still have a task to give you, and you must complete it for me."
Although Zhang Tingshu agreed verbally, he was inevitably a little disappointed in his heart. But when he heard that Zhang Tinglan had a mission, he immediately became energetic and asked hurriedly: "Brother, what exactly do you want me to do?"
"Go to the United States and place an order with their shipyard. We want to purchase two high-speed cruisers. The displacement is between 8,000 and 10,000, equipped with a 203mm main gun, and the maximum speed must reach 28 knots."
"Brother, I'm afraid this thing is not cheap. It costs more than 10 million yuan. Two ships cost more than 20 million yuan. Haven't you been saying that finances are tight during this period? Can you come up with the money?"
Zhang Tinglan smiled slightly: "There is no need to spend money this time. I plan to use the Maoshan Iron Mine and the Americans as collateral. Geological experts have surveyed the situation in Maoshan. It is a rare large-scale open-pit iron mine. The ore grade is very good. I think
Americans will definitely take the bait."
Ordering warships was not Zhang Tinglan’s whim, but the result of careful consideration. This type of high-speed cruiser is nominally capable of coordinating operations with battlecruisers, performing maritime missions to break diplomatic ties and threaten the enemy’s sea lines of communication.
It gave the Japanese the illusion of purchasing auxiliary ships for the military, allowing the Mackensen to form combat effectiveness as soon as possible, and tempting them to invest more money in the big cannon ship.
Of course, this money will not be wasted. The high-speed cruiser was actually built to provide protection for the aircraft carrier and act as a knife-wielding guard.
As for throwing out the Mushan Iron Mine, it was purely to confuse the situation on the Korean Peninsula. After all, a battle had just broken out between the Fengjun Army and the Japanese. There was a possibility of a misfire between the two sides. Zhang Tinglan was not willing to do so when he was not fully prepared.
There was another direct conflict with Japan, so bringing in the Americans added another layer of containment on the peninsula.
Zhang Tinglan explained his plan, and Zhang Tingshu couldn't help but said: "Brother, you are so insidious. You are plotting against the Japanese like this. I think they will fall for it sooner or later!"
In fact, the Japanese have already begun to be fooled. Ever since Feng Jun spread the word about modifying the Mackensen and sent manpower to purchase technical equipment all over the world, the Japanese have felt pressure.
Fengjun has begun to lead Japan in terms of land and air force. If it catches up in terms of navy, what will Japan have left? This is a major matter related to the rise and fall of the island nation, and no one dares to relax. Especially after the disastrous defeat in
The hands of Feng Jun also inspired the determination of the island countries to share the same hatred of the enemy.
They have begun to abandon the democratic trend of the early Taisho period. Society is turning more and more to the right. The calls for military expansion and preparation for war are getting louder and louder. The Japanese Navy and Army also took advantage of the situation to announce their development plans. In response to the potential maritime threats to the Fengjun, they proposed China
Build one, they build two.
Moreover, the Japanese also sent specialized personnel, mainly to disrupt the technology transactions between Fengjun and other countries and delay the progress of Fengjun. The Japanese did not hesitate to jump into a trap carefully prepared for them.
"Scheming, little devil, is what I'm most willing to do. Brother, don't worry, I promise to complete the task."
In fact, not only Zhang Tingshu, but also a large number of young generals in Fengjun were sent abroad to study in a planned way. Of course, it was not just soldiers, but also larger college students and technical talents. The most important among them were the two countries, Germany and Fengjun.
We have also signed a student-abroad agreement with the Germans. In addition, the United Kingdom, France and Italy are also within the scope of choice. After all, the old industrialized countries all have their own special skills. They should try to absorb as much as they can learn.
Zhang Tinglan specially set up a special scholarship of 10 million yuan in order to send more outstanding young people to study abroad. The reason for such a costly investment is, to a large extent, due to the rapid development of Fengjun. Regardless of the continuous battles
, reduced Fengjun to a poor state, but various industrial indicators still improved significantly.
In particular, steel output reached 460,000 tons in 2020, and in 2021 due to the completion of three new steel plants, the total output is expected to exceed 560,000 tons. This number has basically reached 6% of the Japanese
Ten to seventy.
Especially as Japan lost the South Manchuria Railway and Luda University, they could no longer deprive China of ores and lost the source of raw materials. The Japanese's lead in the field of steel had become shaky. Within five years at most, Fengjun would
To catch up with Japan is the moment when the balance of power between the two sides reverses!
In addition, the coal output in the three northeastern provinces and Inner and Outer Mongolia has also exceeded 50 million tons, and the power generation has exceeded the 150 million kilowatt-hour mark, accounting for about half of the country's total. If the Manman Hydropower Station is fully completed in two years,
, the total power generation can exceed 600 million kWh, accounting for more than three-quarters of the country.
These figures are quite gratifying, but Zhang Tinglan is obviously not satisfied yet. Maybe it can be done faster. He is already ready to use the magic weapon of the five-year plan!