Nothing I haven't already posted on
CHALLENGER 3, EXCEPT, now we know
specifically which Rheinmetall MG it'll carry. The MG will the
120mm/L55A1 which is their latest fielded version.
https://www.armyrecognition.com/defe...hbore_gun.html
On tracks:
https://www.treehugger.com/rubber-tr...uieter-4857100
http://www.combatreform.org/bandtracks.htm
It's well documented that the
ABRAMS and limited other tanks can get to
60 mph on the road or smooth off road conditions. But as John pointed out, this is more about
acceleration then maintained "
sustained" speed of advance on the road. This will change and it's almost here now (German LEOPARD 2A7) where "
rubber" tracks will allow for sustained "
higher speeds" during road ops. The articles above go into more detail on this.
CHALLENGER 2 currently has a
1200hp engine at a top rated speed of
56kmh/34.78mph.
http://www.military-today.com/tanks/challenger_2.htm
CHALLENGER 3 will get at least a new
1500hp engine and possibly larger. There are designs for a
1800hp tank engine, of which Turkey for one,
tried pursuing for the
ALTAY.
Regards,
Pat
