VT5
| VT5 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Details | |
Tier / Class:
|
9 Light Tank |
Nation: |
China |
Dealer: |
Special |
| Stats - Stock (Renowned) | |
Damage: |
500 |
Penetration: |
660 mm |
DPM: |
8,766 |
Reload time: |
3.42 s |
Hit Points: |
2,600 |
Hull F/S/R: |
180 / 135 / 40 |
Hull composition: |
Combined |
Turret F/S/R: |
280 / 120 / 70 |
Turret composition: |
Combined |
Max Speed: |
85 km/h |
Acceleration 0-32kph: |
3.59 s |
Vehicle Mass: |
36,000 kg |
Hull Traverse: |
41.20 °/s |
Camouflage: |
26 % |
Vision: |
455 m |
Cannon Depression: |
-8 / 18 ° |
Accuracy (Spread): |
0.076° |
Aim time: |
1.7 s |
Turret Traverse Speed: |
45 °/s |
The VT5 is a tier 9 Premium Light Tanks originating from China. It is obtained through random lootbox drops and parts.
Contents
Features[edit | edit source]
- Invisible movement: motion does not reduce camouflage factor.
- Override : this vehic's engine can be switched to override mode, which will significantly increase speed and acceleration.
- Trained Crew : vehicle goes with a level 5 crew
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Upgrade Suggestions[edit | edit source]
Premium vehicles in Armored Warfare come fully upgraded.
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Armor[edit | edit source]
| Reputation Cost | Credits | Hull F/S/R | Hull Composition | Turret F/S/R | Turret Composition | ERA Type | ERA Modifiers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | Stock | 180/135/40 | Combined | 280/120/70 | Combined | Heavy ERA | 60% vs AP, 80% vs CE | ||||
| VT5 is distinguished by its modular frontal armor. This variant is equipped with an ERA package. | |||||||||||
Firepower[edit | edit source]
| Shell name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Penetration | Max Accuracy | Speed | Reload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 105mm BTA2 AP | AP | Stock | 500 | 660mm | 0.084° | m/s | 3.85s |
| 105mm DTP1A HEAT | HEAT | Stock | 450-687 | 650mm | 0.084° | m/s | 3.85s |
| Missile Name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Penetration | Velocity | Reload Time | Missiles in Launcher | Reload within Launcher | Burst Fire Rate | Flight Agility | Self-Guided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP105/GP2 ATGM | Tandem-HEAT | Stock | 383-585 | 775mm | m/s | 3.85s | 1 | {{{reloadm}}}s | rd/min | {{{agility}}}deg/s | No |
Mobility[edit | edit source]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Max Speed | Reverse Speed | 0 to 32km/h | 0 to Max Speed | Hull Traverse | Fire Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanxi 8B150HB 883 hp Diesel Engine | Stock | Stock | 70km/h | {{{reverse}}} | 4.23s | {{{0-max}}} | 41.20deg/s | {{{firechance}}} |
Upgrades[edit | edit source]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spall Liner | Stock | Stock | Hit point increased by 150
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| Type 97 Smoke Grenades | Stock | Stock | Provides 9 volleys. Magazine capacity: 3 rounds. Takes 3 s to reload. Duraiton: 10 s. Magazine reload time: 60 s
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| GL-5 Active Protection System | Stock | Stock | Automatic hard kill Active Protection System. Spotting distance: 100m. Number of charges: 8. Reload time: 30s
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| Improved Commander Sight | Stock | Stock | Vision range increased by 15m
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| Improved Laser Rangefinder | Stock | Stock | Max spread is improved by 10%
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| Improved Thermal Sight | Stock | Stock | Ability to spot targets behind foliage improved by 30%
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| Improved Autoloader | Stock | Stock | Rate of fire increased by 13%
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| Improved Engine Control Unit | Stock | Stock | Acceleration is increased by 10%
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| Improved Air Induction Precleaner | Stock | Stock | Crew stats increased by 2%
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| Stock Tracks | Stock | Stock | Mobility on Off-road Surfaces 32% Mobility on Difficult Terrain 16.5%
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| Improved Drive Sprockets | Stock | Stock | Acceleration is increased by 5%
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| Overhauled LT Transmission | Stock | Stock | Maximum speed: +15 km/h |
History[edit | edit source]
Class: Light Tank (Prototype)
Developed: 2006-2010
Service: N/A
Vehicles Built: cca 10
Operators: N/A
One of the better known modern Chinese Light Tanks is the VT-5 by NORINCO. As its name suggests, the vehicle was released for export (the VT designation is used for export vehicles) and has been marketed as such ever since its 2010. The development was kept in secrecy, but some sources claim it started around 2006 or so. The design actually comes from a contest for China's future Light Tank and the VT-5 was the loser with the winner entering the actual Chinese service under the name ZTQ-15 (or Type 15 Light Tank).
The VT-5 is a typical Light Tank. Its weight is in the low 30 ton category and its level of protection is comparable to modern heavy IFVs. The basic hull is made of steel but the vehicle can be upgraded with either a composite applique armor kit, or an ERA kit that covers its sides. Thanks to its excellent power-to-weight ratio, it is a very mobile and agile tank, making up with speed what it lacks in protection. The engine can also be configured for high-altitude low-oxygen environments of mountain ranges, giving it a distinct advantage over conventional MBTs that cannot be generally operated in such environments. The tank has a crew of three as it doesn’t need a loader. Its main weapon, 105mm rifled cannon, is loaded automatically from a turret bustle-mounted ammunition rack.
The last major event that included this vehicle was the August 2017 Inner Mongolia event where it was shown, along with a number of other advanced Chinese export weapons, to the representatives of more than 50 countries. The Chinese spared no expense on the event and the military experts could also witness the tank in action and during firing trials. According to several sources, the vehicle made a good impression but whether it will also attract any real customers remains to be seen. It is, however, not going to appear in the Chinese army.
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