Dr. Wright, who is in his sixties, is in a suit and ties and is in good spirits. At this age, he is at the peak of his life.
Since 1950, Wright joined the weapons department of Kössler Company. From then on, he began his glory. Six years later, he became the head of the design department.
In the following decades, he participated in the development of a variety of equipment, the high-speed amphibious landing vehicle T-51 heavy rescue vehicle, the HET-70 heavy equipment transportation trailer, the bridge mounter, etc. The one that made him most proud was of course the M1 Abrams main battle tank.
It is precisely because of this achievement that he has now become the director of Starling Arsenal.
The inspection team from the Eastern Powers came to inspect the M1 tank, so they naturally had to go to this arsenal to take a look. Although the arsenal has changed from Chrysler to General Motors, it has not changed its status.
At this time, he stood at the entrance of the factory and welcomed guests from the Eastern Power.
The leader of the team was naturally Mr. He. When he got out of the car, he enthusiastically extended his hand to the other party: "Dr. Wright, I'm very happy to see you."
On the land where he came, after hearing Qin Zhenhua's introduction, he had a deep understanding of this person. He happened to know that it was this person who was welcoming everyone. Of course, Mr. He was very happy.
"It's an honor to welcome you." Dr. Wright looked at Mr. He and the people behind him, and then began the introduction: "Take everyone to our production line first."
The first time I walked into the M1 production workshop, my first feeling was high.
In order to install cranes and other equipment, heavy factories are generally built quite high. However, the workshop in front of them is still beyond the imagination. The roof of this workshop is twice as high as that of its own, so the height of the sky truck is only half the height of the roof, and it looks even more empty.
Here, at the stations, the M1 tank is entering a intensive production.
At the station in front of me was a tank chassis, which was currently lifting the engine. Several black uncles were there, commanding the sky cart above their heads, and slowly slowly transferring the huge gas turbine into the engine compartment behind them.
"At that time, we summarized a lot of experience in the development of MBT70 tanks." Dr. Wright explained to everyone while walking there: "At that time, we proposed the design concept, which mainly includes four aspects. First, we must be able to defeat T-62 and T-72 tanks; second, the price must be low; third, we must pay attention to the survival rate of members; fourth, we must have room for further improvement. Our M1 tank was developed according to this idea."
Not to mention anything else, it is really amazing to talk about the low price. The Americans say that the low price is compared with the MBT70 tank. If it is compared with the tanks of the Eastern powers, the higher one is not a little bit.
"Why did your tank choose a gas turbine?" At this moment, Staff Wang, who came here, couldn't help but ask questions.
The last time I proposed to use a gas turbine, but Qin Zhenhua refuted it so much that the gas turbine proposal was not passed. Now, I finally saw the tank of the gas turbine and I was about to ask this question when I came up.
Hearing this question, Dr. Wright smiled on his face: "At that time, many people opposed the use of gas turbines, believing that there were great problems in power and life, but I think that with the development of our technology, it can be overcome. After using gas turbines, our tanks have better performance!"
It is 816 kilograms lighter than a diesel engine, and the weight saved can be installed with more armor. Without auxiliary means, the tank can be started at minus 25 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the acceleration performance, speed and maneuverability have also been greatly improved.
The victory of Chrysler is inseparable from this gas turbine power, and it is also one of Dr. Wright's favorite place to boast.
The other party proudly introduced a lot, and Staff Wang was also a little fascinated there. Look, after all, they chose a gas turbine, and this power is the future tank power.
"So, what is the lifespan of this gas turbine?" Qin Zhenhua asked a question there.
Hearing this question, Dr. Wright was even more proud: "Our engine has a lifespan of 5,000 hours now, but it will soon be increased to 10,000 hours, which will far exceed the lifespan of the diesel engine used in tanks."
Due to excessive pressing power, the lifespan of the tank engine is not high. Even the German technology, the tank diesel engine only has a lifespan of thousands of hours, and the lifespan of this gas turbine can reach tens of thousands of hours!
The doubts that year disappeared with the improvement of the gas turbine, which was one of the most successful choices!
"Five thousand hours, only Americans can achieve the skills." Qin Zhenhua sighed.
Gas turbines are derived from aircraft engines. What is the lifespan of domestic aircraft engines in major Eastern countries?
Generally it is about 200 hours! If it is improved into a gas turbine, its lifespan will not be much higher, its cost is high, its lifespan is short, and its fuel consumption is large. How stupid should you consider using this power?
Hearing this, Staff Wang's eyes became cold again. Sure enough, it was not suitable!
"This power system has a very good performance. If we export a few units, it would be great." At this moment, Qin Zhenhua spoke again.
Hey, what does he mean? Staff Wang is a little curious. Isn’t he dissatisfied with the gas turbine? Why are he going to import it again?
Dissatisfaction is dissatisfaction, testing is testing. Since you have encountered an advanced power system, you can buy a few sets to study it. This is always OK.
Advanced tank power plants are not so easy to buy. The Germans don’t sell them. The British verbally agreed and then said that they fell into the sea. They actually used such a bullshit reason!
What about Americans? Will Americans sell them?
"You probably won't use such a power system," said Dr. Wright. "Your T-54 tank is enough to use a six or seven hundred horsepower engine. If you are interested, I can introduce you to an engine."
Now, the 80 tank is still a secret. Although it may be photographed by reconnaissance satellites, it is a top view from the sky. It looks like the round turret tank is no different from the 59 tank.
There is a slight difference in size, and it is impossible to tell. Until now, the West still believes that the Eastern powers only have tanks such as the T-54.
"Okay." Qin Zhenhua agreed casually and made an OK gesture.
You can fool whatever you can, and you won't suffer any losses.