Three main versions of the Type 99 have been deployed: the Type 98 prototype, Type 99 and the Type 99A. The Type 99 forms the core of China’s modern maneuver combat capabilities, with over 1,300 tanks built for the past two decades.

The GL5 Active Protection System is an active protection system developed in China by NORINCO designed for main battle tanks and infantry fighting vehicles. The system can detect incoming warheads such as anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM) with a range of 100m and within a 360-degree horizontal and 20-degree band.

The only thing about the current type 99A is China is not proactively upgrading or make them combat ready. Like the ERA coverage as an easy one, they have upgraded the ERA on the side of hull and turret on their export variants but not on type 99A.

Feb 17, 2025 · China’s Type 99 main battle tank boasts advanced firepower, protection, and mobility, but does it truly rival Western armor? A closer look at its design, combat potential, and weaknesses.

1 day ago · Regarding combat capabilities, the ZTZ-99 is equipped with a 125mm smoothbore cannon, capable of firing APFSDS rounds, HEAT shells, and ATGMs, enabling it to engage heavily armored vehicles at various ranges.

Sep 21, 2024 · Photos of a Type 99A tank equipped with a new type of active protection system have appeared on the Chinese Internet. According to local observers, this APS, being installed on the turret, is designed to counter drones.

The year 2021 marks ten years since the Chinese People’s Liberation Army’s most capable class of battle tank, the Type 99A, first entered service, with the new armoured vehicle joining the country’s ground forces from 2011.

Dec 8, 2024 · The ZTZ-99A tank uses Type 94 smoke grenade launchers, 5 on the left and 5 on the right in front of the tank, 10 in total. They can form an aerosol smoke barrier 50 to 80 meters away from the tank within 3 seconds.

Apr 24, 2023 · Type 99A - Improved model of 2011; relocated driver's hatch to front-center from front-left; 3rd Gen ERA support; 1,500 horsepower diesel engine; improved missile-firing from main gun; laser warning receiver; enlarged turret with revised armor scheme.

Five smoke grenade dischargers are fitted on each side at the front of the turret. The missile system has been aimed at engaging ERA fitted tanks and low-flying air targets, at a maximum range of 5km. Four missile rounds are carried inside the vehicle. Classified. Anticipated to be welded turret with applique and modular composite/reactive armor.