The Type 99 (Chinese: 99式主战坦克; pinyin: Jiǔjiǔshì Zhǔzhàn Tǎnkè) or ZTZ-99 is a Chinese third generation main battle tank (MBT). [6] The vehicle was a replacement for the aging Type 88 introduced in the late 1980s.

The Type 96 (Chinese: 96式; pinyin: Jiǔliù shì) or ZTZ96 is a Chinese second generation main battle tank (MBT). The final evolution of the Type 88 design, the Type 96 entered service with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in 1997. The later variants of the Type 96 are currently in PLA service together with China's third generation MBT, the Type 99.

Oct 19, 2024 · The Type 99A also called Type 99A2 or ZTZ-99A MBT (Main Battle Tank) is an improved version of the Type 99 MBT designed and manufactured in China by the local defense industry. The development of Type 99 started in 1999, and the tank entered service with the Chinese army in 2001.

Oct 9, 2023 · The ZTZ96 or Type 96, officially ZTZ1996式主战坦克 (ZTZ1996 Type Main Battle Tank), is one of the many main battle tank (MBT) models currently used by the Chinese …

First entering the PLA service in late 2001, the ZTZ99 provides a significant improvement in firepower, mobility, and protection compared to older Chinese-made tanks. As a ‘high-end’ MBT, the...

Apr 24, 2023 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the NORINCO ZTZ-99 (Type 99) Main Battle Tank (MBT) including pictures.

The Type 98 (also known as ZTZ-98) is the PLA’s third generation indigenous main battle tank (MBT).

First entering the PLA service in late 2001, the ZTZ99 provides a significant improvement in firepower, mobility, and protection compared to older Chinese-made tanks. As a ‘high-end’ MBT, the ZTZ99 was only built in a small number (~200) due to high unit price (~US$2 million).

Nov 7, 2011 · Developed from technology developed in a number of Chinese MBTs, the Type 99 was originally mistaken as a continuation of the Type 98 series (sometimes referred to as Type 98G) The Type 99 (also...

A look at the inside of the Type 99 / ZTZ99 Main Battle Tank (MBT) of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Chinese Type 99 / ZTZ99 Main Battle Tank (MBT) has been developed by the China Northern Industries Group Corporation (CNGC). This site uses cookies from Google to deliver its services, to personalise ads and to analyse traffic.