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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a gift rank {{Specs|rank}} Russian medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update "Apex Predators"]] as a reward for the [[wt:en/news/8021-event-winter-quest-en|2022 Winter Quest]] event.
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (Object 219AS-M) is a gift rank {{Specs|rank}} Russian medium tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during [[Update "Apex Predators"]] as a reward for the [[wt:en/news/8021-event-winter-quest-en|2022 Winter Quest]] event.
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A prototype of T-80U series for possible future upgrades with Drozd hard-kill APS onboard; the tank now enjoys the same performance of the well-known [[T-80U]] series in game with superb protection, mobility while has chances to intercept projectiles coming for T-80UM-2.
  
 
== General info ==
 
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From its appearance and by the name itself, T-80UM-2 looks very similar to the [[T-80U|tech-tree variant]] with its iconic rubber applique armor on the turret and its Kontakt-5 ERA blocks on hull. If players take a closer look to its turret, UM-2 installed 2 pairs of Drozd APS including 8 rounds of interception projectiles; anywhere other than this addition is totally identical to T-80U. The base model of T-80U is infamous for its well-rounded protection against both kinetic and chemical projectiles with up to 600 mm KE protection up front; the sides are also partly covered by extra armor. Due to the cramped interior layout caused by the design philosophy of being low-profile like most other Soviet tanks, while this lowers the chance of being spotted behind terrain, if the tank is penetrated by enemy shots, chances are either the explosion from fuel tank or the 6ETs series autoloader will instantly knock-out the tank. In the past, late/post-Cold War missiles are major threat for T-80U as they now have more than enough penetration to take down the tank; the Drozd APS in this case gives it the chance to intercept 4 missiles in total (8 rounds, 2 per salvo) before it has to rearmed, making T-80UM-2's overall survivability better.
  
 
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{{tankMobility|abMinHp=1,937|rbMinHp=1,106}}Since T-80UM-2 is based on T-80U without any modifications on mobility, the tank retains the same mobility from the GTD-1250 gas turbine engine and keeps its name of "flying tank" as any other T-80Us; while the single-flow transmission hindered the overall mobility, it can still push the tank up to 70 km/h and having sufficient speed for a retreat.
  
 
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The shell options on T-80UM-2 is totally identical to its tech-tree variant, while not having the highest penetration among tanks of its tier, it can still serve its purpose on taking out enemy tanks.
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'''3BK18M, HEATFS'''- the most common stock HEATFS for Soviet tanks after T-64B, although composite armor and ERAs are commonplace at its tier, it has higher penetration to its NATO/Chinese counterparts at 550 mm; it will have better chance to penetrate the sloped parts of MBTs of the same tier, but in most cases those shots that fall on parts covered by composite armor will do no harm to the target while it is still lethal to light vehicles. So either take the enemies from the flank or aim carefully for disabling enemies with the first shot.
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'''3OF26, HEFS'''- the other stock HEFS for Soviet tanks since T-64B, a doctrine for Soviet tanks are using its HE shells to doom armored targets with its explosive contents; under the overpressure mechanism, tanks will have a bad day either by hitting their less-covered parts such as gun optics or CITV cameras, this round is also extremely lethal to light vehicles as well. It is always a good idea to bring some HE alongside with other ammunitions of your choice.
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'''3BM42, Tier I, APFSDS'''- while it is not being the best APFSDS at its caliber and tier (125-I of PLAGF has 466 mm penetration point-blank since 9.3), APFSDS does help eliminating the stock grind extensively with its flat trajectory and better post-penetration damage; but make sure to aim for the parts where it can penetrate enemy tanks ie. LFP and mantle.
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'''3BM46, Tier IV,APFSDS'''-  if players are not satisfied with the penetration of 3BM42, the 3BM46 now has over 530 mm penetration point-blank and enjoys the same trajectory from its predecessor. In most cases this will be the go-to ammunition for T-80UM-2.
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'''9M119, Tier III,ATGM'''- Soviet tanks are known to be equipped with gun-launched ATGM and T-80UM-2 is no exception; it might not have the highest possible penetration of such ATGMs, but it is an option against some well-protected NATO tanks. It can also serve as a makeshift anti-rotorcraft round against rotorcrafts within its elevation and guidance angle.
  
 
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* Retains identical, well-rounded protection of T-80U
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* Sufficiently high mobility for taking vantage points
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* Powerful 125 mm gun with varieties of ammunition at disposal
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* Autoloader that ensures constant rate of fire
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* Access to Drozd APS for extra protection against oncoming projectile
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* Low profile
  
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* Rather cramped interior, any penetrated shots will cause extensive damage
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* Lacks protection for fuel tanks where fuel detonation is a instant-kill to the crew in most cases
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* The infamous 6ETs series autoloader with a high profile, shots that hit the autoloader will set the turret sky high
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* Relatively slow reverse speed than NATO tanks
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* Rather insufficient gun depression
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* Slow turret traverse rate
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== History ==
 
== History ==
 
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Due to the lack of information to late-USSR equipment and the later Black Eagle program, the APS-equipped variant of a T-80U is in fact known to the Russian Army as the “T-80 with Drozd APS (ADS)”; the prototype is one of the technological demonstrator for the UM upgrades of T-80U series of 1990s, but the economic problem seemingly hindered for any further upgrades of the T-80U series.
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The only prototype of "T-80UM-2" was destroyed by artillery fire on 17th March, 2022 during conflicts.[https://sofrep.com/news/russias-prototype-t-80um2-tank-has-been-destroyed-in-ukraine/]
  
 
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Revision as of 18:52, 3 January 2023

Rank VI USSR | Premium | Golden Eagles
Su-25K Pack
T-80UM2
ussr_t_80um2.png
GarageImage T-80UM2.jpg
T-80UM2
USSR flag.png USSR
VII Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
11.3 11.3 11.3
Class:
Purchase:Bundle or Gift
Show in game

Description

The T-80UM2 (Object 219AS-M) is a gift rank VII Russian medium tank with a battle rating of 11.3 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced during Update "Apex Predators" as a reward for the 2022 Winter Quest event.

A prototype of T-80U series for possible future upgrades with Drozd hard-kill APS onboard; the tank now enjoys the same performance of the well-known T-80U series in game with superb protection, mobility while has chances to intercept projectiles coming for T-80UM-2.

General info

Survivability and armour

ERA
Effective action against the cumulative ammunition
Composite armour
Balanced protection against all types of ammunition
Smoke grenades
Creation of a smoke screen in front of the vehicle
ESS
Creation of a smoke screen in the direction of movement of the vehicle
Self-entrenching equipment
Creation of ramparts and trenches in soft ground
Armourfront / side / back
Hull105 / 80 / 50
Turret180 / 160 / 65
Crew3 people
Visibility79 %

From its appearance and by the name itself, T-80UM-2 looks very similar to the tech-tree variant with its iconic rubber applique armor on the turret and its Kontakt-5 ERA blocks on hull. If players take a closer look to its turret, UM-2 installed 2 pairs of Drozd APS including 8 rounds of interception projectiles; anywhere other than this addition is totally identical to T-80U. The base model of T-80U is infamous for its well-rounded protection against both kinetic and chemical projectiles with up to 600 mm KE protection up front; the sides are also partly covered by extra armor. Due to the cramped interior layout caused by the design philosophy of being low-profile like most other Soviet tanks, while this lowers the chance of being spotted behind terrain, if the tank is penetrated by enemy shots, chances are either the explosion from fuel tank or the 6ETs series autoloader will instantly knock-out the tank. In the past, late/post-Cold War missiles are major threat for T-80U as they now have more than enough penetration to take down the tank; the Drozd APS in this case gives it the chance to intercept 4 missiles in total (8 rounds, 2 per salvo) before it has to rearmed, making T-80UM-2's overall survivability better.

Armour type:

Armour Front (Slope angle) Sides Rear Roof
Hull ___ mm ___ mm Top
___ mm Bottom 		___ mm ___ - ___ mm
Turret ___ - ___ mm Turret front
___ mm Gun mantlet 		___ - ___ mm ___ - ___ mm ___ - ___ mm
Cupola ___ mm ___ mm ___ mm ___ mm

Notes:

Mobility

Speedforward / back
AB78 / 13 km/h
RB and SB70 / 11 km/h
Number of gears9 forward
1 back
Weight47.0 t
Engine power
AB2 385 hp
RB and SB1 250 hp
Power-to-weight ratio
AB50.7 hp/t
RB and SB26.6 hp/t
Game Mode Max Speed (km/h) Weight (tons) Engine power (horsepower) Power-to-weight ratio (hp/ton)
Forward Reverse Stock Upgraded Stock Upgraded
Arcade 78 13 47 1,937 2,385 41.21 50.74
Realistic 70 11 1,106 1,250 23.53 26.6
Since T-80UM-2 is based on T-80U without any modifications on mobility, the tank retains the same mobility from the GTD-1250 gas turbine engine and keeps its name of "flying tank" as any other T-80Us; while the single-flow transmission hindered the overall mobility, it can still push the tank up to 70 km/h and having sufficient speed for a retreat.

Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference
AB4 318 → 6 515 Sl icon.png
RB4 251 → 6 414 Sl icon.png
SB5 000 → 7 544 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications215 200 Rp icon.png
351 000 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost2 800 Ge icon.png
Crew training200 000 Sl icon.png
Experts710 000 Sl icon.png
Aces2 100 Ge icon.png
Research Aces1 080 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
150 / 190 / 230 % Sl icon.png
232 / 232 / 232 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Mobility Protection Firepower
Mods new tank traks.png
Tracks
Research:
9 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
14 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank suspension.png
Suspension
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank break.png
Brake System
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank filter.png
Filters
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
460 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank transmission.png
Transmission
Research:
15 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
23 000 Sl icon.png
500 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank engine.png
Engine
Research:
15 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
23 000 Sl icon.png
500 Ge icon.png
Mods tank tool kit.png
Improved Parts
Research:
2 700 Rp icon.png
Cost:
14 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods dozer blade.png
Dozer Blade
Research:
9 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
14 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods extinguisher.png
Improved FPE
Research:
2 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods smoke screen.png
Smoke grenade
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods tank reinforcement ussr.png
Crew Replenishment
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
460 Ge icon.png
Mods engine smoke screen system.png
ESS
Research:
15 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
23 000 Sl icon.png
500 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank horizontal aiming.png
Horizontal Drive
Research:
9 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
14 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods tank ammo.png
125mm_ussr_APDS_FS_ammo_pack
Research:
9 100 Rp icon.png
Cost:
14 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods tank cannon.png
Adjustment of Fire
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods tank laser rangefinder.png
Laser rangefinder
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
13 000 Sl icon.png
280 Ge icon.png
Mods new tank vertical aiming.png
Elevation Mechanism
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
460 Ge icon.png
Mods tank ammo.png
125mm_ussr_ATGM_ammo_pack
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
460 Ge icon.png
Mods art support.png
Artillery Support
Research:
15 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
23 000 Sl icon.png
500 Ge icon.png
Mods tank ammo.png
125mm_ussr_3BM42_APDS_FS_ammo_pack
Research:
15 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
23 000 Sl icon.png
500 Ge icon.png

Armaments

Laser rangefinder
Reduces the error and increases the maximum measurable distance of the rangefinder

Main armament

125 mm 2A46M-1 cannon
Two-plane stabilizer
Reduces the swing of the gun in two planes while moving
Autoloader
Automatically feeds projectiles into the breech. The speed does not depend on the skills of the loader
Ammunition45 rounds
First-order28 rounds
Reload6.5 s
Vertical guidance-5° / 15°
Main article: 2A46M-1 (125 mm)
125 mm 2A46M-1 Turret rotation speed (°/s) Reloading rate (seconds)
Mode Capacity Vertical Horizontal Stabilizer Stock Upgraded Full Expert Aced Stock Full Expert Aced
Arcade 45 -5°/+15° ±180° Two-plane 22.8 31.6 38.4 42.5 45.2 6.50 6.50 6.50 6.50
Realistic 14.3 16.8 20.4 22.6 24.0

Ammunition

Penetration statistics
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Penetration @ 0° Angle of Attack (mm)
10 m 100 m 500 m 1,000 m 1,500 m 2,000 m
3BK18M HEATFS 550 550 550 550 550 550
3OF26 HE 42 42 42 42 42 42
3BM42 APFSDS 457 454 445 431 419 406
9M119 ATGM 700 700 700 700 700 700
3BM46 APFSDS 532 531 526 520 513 507
Shell details
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Velocity
(m/s) 		Projectile
mass (kg) 		Fuse delay
(m) 		Fuse sensitivity
(mm) 		Explosive mass
(TNT equivalent) (kg) 		Ricochet
0% 50% 100%
3BK18M HEATFS 905 19 0.05 0.1 2.79 65° 72° 77°
3OF26 HE 850 23 0 0.1 5.24 79° 80° 81°
3BM42 APFSDS 1,700 4.85 N/A N/A N/A 78° 80° 81°
3BM46 APFSDS 1,700 4.85 N/A N/A N/A 78° 80° 81°
Missile details
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Velocity
(m/s) 		Range
(m) 		Projectile
mass (kg) 		Fuse delay
(m) 		Fuse sensitivity
(mm) 		Explosive mass
(TNT equivalent) (kg) 		Ricochet
0% 50% 100%
9M119 ATGM 400 5,000 16.5 0.05 0.1 5.54 80° 82° 90°

The shell options on T-80UM-2 is totally identical to its tech-tree variant, while not having the highest penetration among tanks of its tier, it can still serve its purpose on taking out enemy tanks.

3BK18M, HEATFS- the most common stock HEATFS for Soviet tanks after T-64B, although composite armor and ERAs are commonplace at its tier, it has higher penetration to its NATO/Chinese counterparts at 550 mm; it will have better chance to penetrate the sloped parts of MBTs of the same tier, but in most cases those shots that fall on parts covered by composite armor will do no harm to the target while it is still lethal to light vehicles. So either take the enemies from the flank or aim carefully for disabling enemies with the first shot.

3OF26, HEFS- the other stock HEFS for Soviet tanks since T-64B, a doctrine for Soviet tanks are using its HE shells to doom armored targets with its explosive contents; under the overpressure mechanism, tanks will have a bad day either by hitting their less-covered parts such as gun optics or CITV cameras, this round is also extremely lethal to light vehicles as well. It is always a good idea to bring some HE alongside with other ammunitions of your choice.

3BM42, Tier I, APFSDS- while it is not being the best APFSDS at its caliber and tier (125-I of PLAGF has 466 mm penetration point-blank since 9.3), APFSDS does help eliminating the stock grind extensively with its flat trajectory and better post-penetration damage; but make sure to aim for the parts where it can penetrate enemy tanks ie. LFP and mantle.

3BM46, Tier IV,APFSDS- if players are not satisfied with the penetration of 3BM42, the 3BM46 now has over 530 mm penetration point-blank and enjoys the same trajectory from its predecessor. In most cases this will be the go-to ammunition for T-80UM-2.

9M119, Tier III,ATGM- Soviet tanks are known to be equipped with gun-launched ATGM and T-80UM-2 is no exception; it might not have the highest possible penetration of such ATGMs, but it is an option against some well-protected NATO tanks. It can also serve as a makeshift anti-rotorcraft round against rotorcrafts within its elevation and guidance angle.

Ammo racks

Full
ammo 		1st
rack empty 		2nd
rack empty 		3rd
rack empty 		4th
rack empty 		5th
rack empty 		6th
rack empty 		Visual
discrepancy
45 __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __

Machine guns

12.7 mm NSVT machine gun
Ammunition500 rounds
Belt capacity100 rounds
Reload5.0 s
Fire rate700 shots/min
Vertical guidance-5° / 60°
7.62 mm PKT machine gun (coaxial)
Ammunition1 250 rounds
Belt capacity250 rounds
Reload8.0 s
Fire rate700 shots/min
Main articles: NSVT (12.7 mm), PKT (7.62 mm)
12.7 mm NSVT
Mount Capacity (Belt) Fire rate Vertical Horizontal
Pintle 500 (100) 700 -5°/+60° ±180°
7.62 mm PKT
Mount Capacity (Belt) Fire rate Vertical Horizontal
Coaxial 1,250 (250) 700 N/A N/A

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Retains identical, well-rounded protection of T-80U
  • Sufficiently high mobility for taking vantage points
  • Powerful 125 mm gun with varieties of ammunition at disposal
  • Autoloader that ensures constant rate of fire
  • Access to Drozd APS for extra protection against oncoming projectile
  • Low profile

Cons:

  • Rather cramped interior, any penetrated shots will cause extensive damage
  • Lacks protection for fuel tanks where fuel detonation is a instant-kill to the crew in most cases
  • The infamous 6ETs series autoloader with a high profile, shots that hit the autoloader will set the turret sky high
  • Relatively slow reverse speed than NATO tanks
  • Rather insufficient gun depression
  • Slow turret traverse rate

History

Due to the lack of information to late-USSR equipment and the later Black Eagle program, the APS-equipped variant of a T-80U is in fact known to the Russian Army as the “T-80 with Drozd APS (ADS)”; the prototype is one of the technological demonstrator for the UM upgrades of T-80U series of 1990s, but the economic problem seemingly hindered for any further upgrades of the T-80U series.

The only prototype of "T-80UM-2" was destroyed by artillery fire on 17th March, 2022 during conflicts.[1]

Media

Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.

See also

Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:

  • reference to the series of the vehicles;
  • links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.

External links

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

  • topic on the official game forum;
  • other literature.


USSR medium tanks
T-28  T-28 (1938) · T-28 · T-28E
T-34-76  T-34 (Prototype) · T-34 (1940) · T-34 (1941) · T-34 (1st Gv.T.Br.) · T-34 (1942) · T-34E STZ · T-34E
T-34-57  T-34-57 · T-34-57 (1943)
T-34-85  T-34-85 (D-5T) · T-34-85 · T-34-85E
T-34-100  T-34-100
T-44  T-44 · T-44-100 · T-44-122
T-54  T-54 (1947) · T-54 (1949) · T-54 (1951)
T-55  TO-55 · T-55A · T-55AM-1 · T-55AMD-1
T-62  T-62 · T-62M-1
T-64  Object 435 · T-64A (1971) · T-64B
T-72  T-72A · T-72AV (TURMS-T) · T-72B · T-72B (1989) · T-72B3 · T-72M2 Moderna
T-80  T-80B · T-80U · T-80UD · T-80UK · T-80UM2 · Т-80U-Е1 · T-80BVM · Object 292
T-90  Т-90А · T-90M
Trophies/Lend-Lease 
Germany  ▂T-III · ▂T-V
Great Britain  ▂МК-IX "Valentine"
USA  ▂M3 Medium · ▂M4A2

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