What are the eyes on the T 90?

A distinctive feature often associated with the T-90 family tanks are “glowing eyes” on the turret. These “eyes” are the electro-optical interference emitters of the Shtora-1 active protection system, intended to disrupt the guidance systems of anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs).

What do the eyes on the T90 do?

The ‘eyes’ that you see are what are called IR Dazzlers, which are designed to mess with infrared tracking and guidance systems, including laser guided missiles and possibly bombs as well. When active, they will produce powerful light in the red and infrared spectrum, hence the “red eyes” look.

Where is the T-90S tank made?

T-90S on mobility demonstrations. The T-90S is the latest development in the T-series of Russian tanks and represents an increase in firepower, mobility and protection. It is manufactured by Uralvagonzavod in Nizhnyi Tagil, Russia. The T-90S entered service with the Russian Army in 1992.

What is the difference between t90a and t90k?

1 T-90K – Commander’s version of the T-90, with additional communication (station R-163-50K) and navigation equipment (TNA-4-3). 2 T-90A – Russian army version with welded turret, V-92S2 engine and ESSA thermal viewer. 3 T-90AK – Command version of T-90A.

What kind of fuel does a T-90S take?

The T-90S has a liquid-cooled V-84MS 618kW (840hp) four-stroke V-12 piston engine. This engine can be fuelled by T-2 or TS-1 kerosene and A-72 benzine, in addition to diesel. The tank can carry up to 1,600 litres of fuel in the main fuel tanks and fuel drums.

How many rounds can a T-90 auto load?

Like other modern Russian tanks the 2A46M in the T-90 is fed by an automatic loader which removes the need for a manual loader in the tank and reduces the crew to 3 (commander, gunner, and driver). The autoloader can carry 22 ready-to-fire rounds in its carousel and can load a round in 5–8 seconds.