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MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the tanks category.
01 / Overview
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💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the tanks category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General3MOD.3
- Tank ClassificationMain Battle Tank (MBT)
- GenerationCold War
- Crew Size3
◈Firepower5MOD.5
- Main Gun Calibre125 mm
- Main Gun TypeSmoothbore
- Can Fire APFSDSYes
- Can Fire HEATYes
- Can Fire HE-FragYes
▣Protection1MOD.1
- Armour TypeComposite Armour
◇Mobility1MOD.1
- Fuel TypeKerosene
◆Electronics & Optics1MOD.1
▤Production & Service1MOD.1
- Current Service StatusPrototype Only
03 / History
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE8terms
Armour-piercing fin-stabilized discarding sabot: a type of kinetic energy penetrator ammunition.
Automated loading system for tank guns, reducing crew workload.
Armour made from multiple materials, such as metals and ceramics, to increase effectiveness.
High-Explosive Fragmentation: ammunition that explodes on impact, releasing fragments.
High-Explosive Anti-Tank: a type of projectile that uses a shaped charge to penetrate armor.
Kerosene is a petroleum-derived liquid hydrocarbon fuel commonly used in diesel engines and heating systems, and may serve as the fuel for diesel-powered armored vehicles.
A main battle tank is a heavily armored vehicle with a large caliber gun, used for front-line combat.
A smoothbore gun is a firearm with an unrifled barrel, allowing projectiles to travel without spin; it is commonly used in modern tank main guns for firing fin‑stabilized ammunition.
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