Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Z (43) T-80BVM (Russia)

A highly modernised version of the T-80BV (see here and here), the T-80BVM entered service with the Russian army in 2018. It features "Relikt" ERA, Irtysh fire control, Sosna-U gunner's sight (as on the T-90A), an improved 125mm gun, Refleks-M missile system, new autoloader, upgraded gas turbine engine and upgrades of various other systems.

The 3D printed model is from Best Resins. Not for the first time, I encountered a certain number of inaccuracies in the adjustment of various elements, particularly between the tracks and the hull, and certain parts were missing. I added an overhead anti-drone protection, camouflage nets and an Alex Miniature figurine.