Our current 59 tanks, 69 tanks, and even tanks modified with imported L7 tank guns are all first-generation tanks. The chassis with 5 pairs of road wheels limits the potential for further development of the tank. Therefore, it must be
Use a larger chassis and more advanced engines to meet future needs. This is the second generation tank.
The 122 tank has been studied for many years. However, the above technologies have not been able to mature due to our own weak industrial base. Our new second-generation tank project needs to be built on the basis of the 122 tank. However, we must try our best to
Only by making full use of mature technology.
Not to mention anything else, take the engine as an example. There is currently no usable one at hand. The tank engines currently planned by our side will take many years to truly mature, but the second-generation tank project is already imminent.
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Are there any good options?
Even if the 8V331 engine is relatively large and is still a civilian engine, it is an engine with a power of 1,000 horsepower after all! Now, which domestic engine can compare with it?
Therefore, after coming back last time, Qin Zhenhua made modifications to his design plan, specifically adapting the matching modifications to the size of the 8V331 engine, etc. Since this is a civilian model, it does not squeeze as much power as it does.
There is no need to have a super radiator, so the overall size is still acceptable, and it can be stuffed into the butt of our second-generation tank.
But now, seeing that it was still early, Qin Zhenhua started to introduce himself again, just like a teacher who likes to drag the class.
In fact, this is the content of tomorrow's meeting. However, I just couldn't bear it today and I happened to rush for this opportunity again, so Qin Zhenhua planned to seize everyone's time.
Opportunities are all obtained by fighting for them. This was true when I was in the No. 1 Machinery Factory, it was true after I went abroad, and it is naturally the same now.
"Use German engines and match them to our second-generation tanks?" After hearing Qin Zhenhua's introduction, Xiang Dayang immediately showed interest. Yes, of course he was interested.
The most important thing in this meeting is the project plan for the second-generation tank. Now, the research and development of the diesel engine just mentioned is because this is a shortcoming in the country and also a focus of this overseas inspection.
Now, Qin Zhenhua said this, which means that their surveying and mapping imitation project will be more justified. After it comes out, it will be directly matched with our second-generation tanks!
"Yes, that's right." Qin Zhenhua answered Xiang Dayang's words. At this time, the old expert no longer felt dissatisfied with being questioned by Qin Zhenhua, and was simply glowing with glory.
"Boss leaders, can you listen to what he has to say first? I'm afraid that after the meeting is over, I still want to ask him for information, which would be a violation of discipline. If I don't listen, I won't be able to sleep tonight." Xiang Da
Yang said.
As a veteran in the industry, it was still early for him to speak like this, so naturally, the leader had no objection.
"Well, then I will introduce it. We know that in the past, a 122 experimental prototype was developed." Qin Zhenhua said: "The indicators at that time were very high. The three-fluid prototype was finally abandoned because the technology was not up to par. But now,
We just want to use existing technology to complete the research and development of our second-generation tanks as soon as possible. Our No. 1 Machinery Factory has done a lot of work for this, completed various detailed designs and drawings, and is now ready to move into the actual construction stage.
, Erzhu, give the leaders a copy of the information they brought."
Following Qin Zhenhua's words, Wang Erzhu moved a cardboard box under his feet with all his strength. This box was moved after lunch at noon. No one noticed it at the time, but now they saw the clue.
Qin Zhenhua had long known that he might lose the engine bidding, so his focus in the afternoon was no longer on the engine, but on the development of second-generation tanks!
Tank research and development can be the responsibility of a tank design institute or a machine factory. Just like in the research and development of diesel engines, whether it is led by the engine factory or the engine is a focus of dispute.
Now, Qin Zhenhua is competing for a project with tank design.
Wang Erzhu opened the box and took out thick documents one after another. At this time, the service staff in the conference room also helped him and sent the documents inside to the hands of the main leaders.
Minister Zhu took it and found that there were about fifty pieces of paper inside, which had been printed and bound in the printing room. In particular, there were several light blue drawings, neatly folded, so he was very interested.
I unfolded the drawing and laid it on the table, and the overall design of a tank appeared in front of me.
1224 experimental prototype.
The most eye-catching thing is its turret.
Now, the turrets of all domestic tanks are cast in the shape of an eggshell, which can form a good bullet-proof shape. However, the disadvantage is that composite armor cannot be installed. Therefore, mainstream tanks in the West have begun to use welded turrets.
Our side still uses the traditional cast turret on the 122 experimental prototype, but now, this 1224 experimental prototype is already a beautiful welded turret.
This turret seems to be relatively large in size and slightly flattened in shape. Compared with the previous hemispherical turret, the internal space can definitely be much larger. The front of the turret is a smooth transition of an arc. It looks like,
It is also different from any other turret in the world. It seems that a lot of thought has been put into it.
This drawing is the most appropriate perspective view. You can also see the internal design, and even various data are marked on it.
Its chassis is a combination of the previous 122 three-fluid prototype and adopts six pairs of small-diameter road wheels. This is in sharp contrast to the previous 59 tank chassis. Overall, this tank has a completely new look, with
Obvious Western color.
"Our tank plans to use a new turret made of welded special steel plates. This will not only make the interior of the turret spacious and have better ergonomics. There is also room for improvement in many aspects, such as the rear of the turret.
There is a tail compartment large enough to install an automatic loader. At the front of the turret, the house-type structure is detachable, and the composite deck can be replaced when needed to enhance frontal protection..."
Qin Zhenhua introduced it. This tank was also a project planned in his father's notebook. Now, it finally has a use.