It is impossible to imagine modern armed forces without tanks. Each country wants to have at its disposal the most powerful, modern and efficient combat vehicles. However, progress does not stand still. Already today, many are wondering what the next generation of armored vehicles will look like. The answer to this question is known at the NIIII BTVT, because it was there that the concept of the newest two-link tank was first shown.
The main feature of the newest Russian tank will be its two-link design. The idea of using such a layout of a combat vehicle is by no means new. Moreover, it is not strictly conceptual. For example, during the Second World War, the British used Churchill: Crocodile flamethrower tanks, which consisted of two links. The first link was the tank itself. The second is a capacity for fuel for a flamethrower.
It is assumed that in the 21st century, the design of several links will significantly expand the potential of the tank. First of all, we are talking about what to install additional weapons on the "trailers". Developers from the 38th Institute believe that one of these links could be used to launch combat and reconnaissance UAVs. Including kamikaze drones.
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At the same time, it is expected that the "trailer" will by no means become a dead weight for tanks. The additional link will have to have its own chassis and engine. In the case of a new Russian development, the possibility of installing a gas turbine engine with 3,000 horsepower is being considered. In addition to the UAV station, it will be possible to mount air defense systems, electronic warfare systems, as well as points for launching missiles on additional sections of the tank. Including hypersonic ones with a vertical launch. Domestic designers hope to present the first prototype by 2030.
In addition to the ability to install a variety of additional weapons on a tank, it is traditionally believed that the described design can significantly improve the driving performance of a combat vehicle. So, for example, a two-link layout in theory can increase the tank's patency. For example, let him overcome steep ditches. Also, the use of several power plants can increase the speed of vehicles on the march.
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Source: https://novate.ru/blogs/020622/63121/