Qin Zhenhua originally didn't want to care about these things. After all, Antai Factory has nothing to do with the first machine factory. However, since the old factory manager Fan Gui has come here with a gaze, Qin Zhenhua has to do something. At present, helping them solve the capital problem is definitely the top priority. When solving the capital problem, of course, we have to help them develop the market.
As for what other people’s accusations are, our goal is to sell the equipment.
"In a few days, Lao Ba and the others may come here. I will take you with you to sell this heavy chassis." Qin Zhenhua said.
"Okay, thank you Director Qin." Fan Gui was so moved that he was about to cry. This time he came to Yimai Factory, he had gained too much, and he solved all the problems.
Fan Gui was very happy. Anyway, he was already a retired factory manager, so he just waited for a few more days at the First Machine Factory to wait for the arrival of Lao Ba's inspection team.
This time, the people who came from Lao Ba were led by a leader named Kamal. Their purpose of coming to the Eastern Power is also very clear.
"Director Qin, we are here again." After seeing Qin Zhenhua, Kamal immediately said enthusiastically: "This time, we are here to discuss the subsequent improvement plan of Khalid tanks."
The production of Khalid tanks has been going on for several years. In these years, Lao Ba not only directly purchased Khalid tanks, but also assembled Khalid tanks in their own factories, accumulating a lot of experience. At the same time, as time continues to advance, the improvement of Khalid tanks is also imperative.
"We have made all the plans and are waiting for your arrival." Qin Zhenhua said enthusiastically: "We designed a VT-4 tank. As an upgraded model of Khalid tank, let's go to the conference room first."
When he decided to modify it, Qin Zhenhua proposed models from VT-1 to VT-5. Among them, VT-1 is the Khalid tank. This tank encountered a Waterloo in export sales. The biggest problem was Ermao's interference. Ermao regarded Khalid tanks as a thorn in his side and felt that Khalid tanks had snatched the market of their T-80 tanks, so he was struggling everywhere. Wherever Khalid went, the T-80 would go to make trouble. In this way, the export of Khalid tanks has always been difficult.
In this case, the first-machine factory had to respond. One major solution was to replace the Khalid tank engine and replace the first-machine factory's own engine. The new tank improved in this way is the VT-4.
The reason why it is not VT-2 is because it is occupied by the foreign trade version of the 96 tank. The VT-3 is an improved 59 tank. This way, it can also reflect the difference in the generation, making people think that it will be much more advanced than the Khalid tank.
If it were a few years ago, the first machine factory had no qualified engine, so it had to purchase Ermao's engine. Now, the first machine factory's 1,200 horsepower engine has long been mature, so the VT-4 tank has entered the process of intensive research and development.
At the same time, Lao Ba also has a need for tank improvement. After all, Khalid tanks are products from the 1990s. As time goes by, the performance of Khalid tanks will become more and more backward, so it needs to be upgraded. For Lao Ba, the best choice is of course the Eastern power, and only the Eastern power can truly help them.
This time, after Kamal came, he directly explained his purpose, and Qin Zhenhua even brought them directly to the conference room to show them the latest VT-4 tank.
"This tank can be built using our own technology, so we will not have any problems with the export." Qin Zhenhua turned on the projector, and the projection of the Khalid tank appeared on the screen. Compared with the style of this tank, Qin Zhenhua explained it.
"First of all, looking at its engine parts, we used our own 1,000-sided horsepower engine, and combined with the integrated hydraulic transmission system, which made the power system of this tank achieve a breakthrough. When we designed it, we considered the overall lifting method, and at the same time, we also adopted a horizontal layout method, which was as compact as the previous power cabin." Qin Zhenhua first explained to them that the biggest change of the VT-4 tank was the power unit.
In the past, I used the Russian power unit, so I was controlled by others. Now I finally used my own power unit, and it was a comprehensive hydraulic transmission system! This high-end automatic transmission has finally matured!
At this time, a sectional view of the power compartment at the tail of the VT-4 tank appeared on the screen, with the engine horizontally arranged and the special hydraulic transmission system, which looked so tall and sophisticated.
"If you are satisfied with this power system, we can test it on you until the prototype is developed until you are satisfied. We are sure that our own engine and transmission system can meet your use requirements." Qin Zhenhua said: "It is fully mature."
"Ermao is currently developing a 6TD-3 engine, which has increased the engine's power to 1,400 horsepower." At this moment, an official from Lao Ba said: "Your diesel engine has only 1,200 horsepower. Is there still a lack of power?"
Qin Zhenhua knew that before they came, they must have consulted Ermao. After all, Ermao is still supporting Khalid tanks, and of course he hopes to win a contract for improved tank engines.
"Follow the performance of the engine, you can't just look at the horsepower data." Qin Zhenhua said: "Ermao's diesel engine is two-stroke, and there are natural defects in torque. The Khalid tank you use now can also find the problem of insufficient torque. In terms of speed increase, the Khalid tank with 1,200 horsepower is not as good as our 1,000 horsepower Type 85 main battle tank. On the battlefield, the speed increase ability is much more important than the extreme speed. Moreover, on the other hand, Ermao's diesel engine is achieved by increasing the speed. They have increased the speed to nearly 3,000 rpm, which greatly reduces the engine's life. The power unit we provide can have a overhaul life of 3,000 hours. I wonder what is the data on Ermao?"
The overhaul lifespan of three thousand hours is really important for a tank. Even if you run ten hours a day, you can run for one year! It can fully support a high-intensity war and avoid changing the engine in the middle! This advantage alone can offset the gap of 200 horsepower.