Norinco Type 59G MBT

Norinco Type 59G MBT

Type: Main Battle Tank

Domain: land

Country of Origin: China

Manufacturer: NORINCO (China North Industries)

Overview

Chinese modernization of Soviet T-54/55 tank providing Tanzanian armored capability. Type 59G features 105mm gun upgrade, modern fire control, improved engine, reactive armor options. Chinese modernization package extends service life of aging tanks cost-effectively. Equips Tanzanian armored units for territorial defense.

Technical Specifications

crew4
armorBasic steel + ERA add-on
engine12150L-7BW diesel, 730 hp
width_m3.3
height_m2.4
length_m9
main_gun105mm rifled gun (Type 59G)
range_km440
secondary12.7mm + 7.62mm
max_speed_kmh50
weight_tonnes40

Operators

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