T-90M
| This page is about the Soviet medium tank T-90M. For other versions, see T-72 (Family). |
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Description
The T-90M is a rank VIII Soviet medium tank with a battle rating of 12.0 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Air Superiority".
The T-90 traces its origins to the Soviet-era T-72 tank family, which was developed during the Cold War as a successor to the T-62 and T-64 tanks. The T-72 was widely exported and saw action in numerous conflicts. The T-90 itself evolved from the T-72 lineage, with the initial models designated T-72BU and later renamed T-90. The T-90M represents the latest iteration of the T-90 series, featuring further upgrades to enhance its combat capabilities. These upgrades include improved armor protection, enhanced firepower with the integration of advanced munitions, and upgraded electronics and targeting systems to improve accuracy and situational awareness. The T-90M is the second tank in Russia’s top rank lineup to receive Relikt ERA, and fourth to have access to the 3BM60 APFSDS round, which significantly improves its armor and lethality.
General info
Survivability and armour
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Armour type:
| Armour | Front | Sides | Rear | Roof |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull | 60 mm | 80 mm | 40 mm | 20 - 30 mm |
| Turret | 100 - 230 mm | 70 - 80 mm | 95 mm | 30 - 80mm |
| Cupola | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
Notes:
Mobility
Write about the mobility of the ground vehicle. Estimate the specific power and manoeuvrability, as well as the maximum speed forwards and backwards.
| Game Mode | Max Speed (km/h) | Weight (tons) | Engine power (horsepower) | Power-to-weight ratio (hp/ton) | ||||
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| Forward | Reverse | Stock | AoA | Stock | Upgraded | Stock | Upgraded | |
| Arcade | 67 | 5 | 50 | 1 | 1751 | 2,156 | 35.02 | 42.27 |
| Realistic | 60 | 5 | 999 | 1,130 | 19.98 | 22.16 | ||
Modifications and economy
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Armaments
Main armament
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| 125 mm 2A46M-5 | Turret rotation speed (°/s) | Reloading rate (seconds) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mode | Capacity | Vertical | Horizontal | Stabilizer | Stock | Upgraded | Full | Expert | Aced | Autoloader |
| Arcade | 40 | -6°/+13° | ±180° | Two-plane | 38.1 | 52.7 | 64.0 | 70.8 | 75.3 | 7.10 |
| Realistic | 23.8 | 28.0 | 34.0 | 37.6 | 40.0 | |||||
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 |
| 3BM42 | APFSDS | 457 | 454 | 445 | 431 | 419 | 406 |
| 3OF26 | HE | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| 9M119M1 | ATGM (tandem) | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| 3BM60 | APFSDS | 580 | 576 | 567 | 555 | 543 | 532 |
| Shell details | ||||||||||||
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| 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° | |||
| 3BM42 | APFSDS | 1,700 | 4.85 | - | - | - | 78° | 80° | 81° | |||
| 3OF26 | HE | 850 | 23 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 5.24 | 79° | 80° | 81° | |||
| 3BM60 | APFSDS | 1,660 | 5.12 | - | - | - | 78° | 80° | 81° | |||
| Missile details | ||||||||||||
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| 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% | ||||||||||
| 9M119M1 | ATGM (tandem) | 445 | 6,000 | 17.2 | 0.4 | 0.01 | 5.72 | 80° | 82° | 90° | ||
Ammo racks
| Full ammo |
1st rack empty |
2nd rack empty |
3rd rack empty |
4th rack empty |
5th rack empty |
6th rack empty |
Visual discrepancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | __ (+__) | __ (+__) | __ (+__) | __ (+__) | __ (+__) | __ (+__) | __ |
Machine guns
Offensive and anti-aircraft machine guns not only allow you to fight some aircraft but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.
| 12.7 mm 6P50 | ||||
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| Mount | Capacity (Belt) | Fire rate | Vertical | Horizontal |
| Pintle | 300 (150) | 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
The T-90M should be played somewhat cautiously across Arcade, Realistic and Simulator battles due to its poor mobility and gun depression of -6°. However if played cautiously, the T-90M is an amazing tank having both ample amounts of armor and firepower, which can easily and swiftly take on its two main rivals, being the M1A2 SEPV2 and the Leopard 2A7V.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- 3BM42 APFSDS round available stock, with a researchable and powerful 3BM60 APFSDS round also available
- Tandem-charge barrel launched ATGM is available
- Outstanding thermal vision quality
- Excellent gun handling
- Strong frontal armour performs well against both kinetic and chemical projectiles
- Presence of spall liner can save crew members
- Laser Warning System (LWS) alerts of incoming laser guided threats
- Tier 4 Additional ERA Modification available (Relikt 5)
- Ammo in the hull is jacketed and stored horizontally, reducing the risk of detonation
- Autoloader provides a consistent reload speed regardless of crew health and skill
- Good mobility
Cons:
- Poor gun depression of -6°
- Slow reverse speed, terrible for retreats
- No Shtora APS like the T-90A
- Prone to being breeched
- Relatively cramped crew and modules
- Slower reload compared to all nations except China
- Only has 3 crew members
History
The T-90M MBT was developed by the Ural Design Bureau of Transport Engineering under the "Breakthrough" modernization program. During this development the T-90 family of tanks received a new welded turret, featuring Relict ERA, an improved engine and a modern fire control system, which includes a panoramic commander sight and multi-channel for the gunner's sight. This modernized variant was presented to the general public in 2017, and since 2019 T-90M tanks have begun to enter service with the Russian Federation's army.
- From Devblog
The T-90M MBT is currently being utilized by Russian Armed Forces in their current war against Ukraine, other than its current role in the conflict with Ukraine, the T-90M MBT hasn't seen much combat. However, its deployment in this conflict showcases its capabilities and effectiveness in modern warfare scenarios. The Russian Armed Forces have long relied on the T-90 series for its reliability, firepower, and versatility. With ongoing conflicts providing opportunities for real-world testing and refinement, the T-90M continues to evolve, ensuring that it remains a potent force on the battlefield for years to come.
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See also
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