The T-80 is a main battle tank (MBT) [11] that was designed and manufactured in the former Soviet Union and manufactured in Russia. The T-80 is based on the T-64, while incorporating features from the later T-72 and changing the engine to a gas turbine. When it entered service in 1976, it was the first production tank to be powered solely by ...

The T-80 has some features of both the T-64 and T-72, and other features unique to itself. In general, the offensive capabilities of the T-80 are similar to the T-64A, but it is faster thanks to the GTD-1000T 1,000 hp (746 kW) multi-fuel gas turbine engine.

Jul 24, 2023 · The T-80UE-1 is a Russian tank created by integrating the improved chassis of the T-80BV variant with the turret of the T-80UD version, incorporating some additional technological modifications. The upgrades include the installation of an infrared sight, "Plisa," which strikingly resembles the ESSA sight used in the T-90A tank.

Apr 6, 2024 · Video of a russian T-80UE-1 tank allegedly deployed in Ukraine as part of the 4th Tank Division of the 1st Tank Army of russia, has caught attention of both russian and Western media.

Apr 5, 2024 · The T-80UE-1 is an upgraded variant of the T-80 series main battle tanks, developed in Russia. This series is notably recognized for its adoption of a gas turbine engine, one of the first for production tanks, offering remarkable speed across various terrains.

Aug 2, 2020 · It is a turret recycled from a T-80UD . . . . . . mated to a T-80BV hull . . . . . . with additional upgrades on both the turret and the hull. It is not an upgrade to the T-80U and is not a prototype. It is a way for the Russians to reduce reliance on Ukraine for parts to keep the T-80UD's running.

Aug 17, 2023 · The UE-1 has the “Plisa” infared sight and the cannon has been improved to the 2A46M-4, over the M-1. The UE-1’s loading mechanism was also enhanced to support newer ordnance, including more high-penetration tungsten alloy rounds and new configurable fuses from the “Aynet” system used for explosive shells. 54K subscribers in the tanks community.

Dec 12, 2022 · The T-80 is a MBT of Russian Army and it was born during the Soviet Era. This type type was a further evolution of the T-64 line and its history began in 1949.

Jul 21, 2023 · The T-80UE-1 is a Russian tank created by integrating an upgraded BV hull and turret from the T-80UD version with some additional technological changes. The control systems were upgraded, the Plisa IR sight was installed, which is …

The T-80UE-1 tanks are, in essence, an advanced iteration that integrates features from multiple variants of the well-regarded T-80 series. The "UE-1" model builds on the T-80BW's hull and the T-80UD's turret.