Type 15 Light Tank
Type: Main Battle Tank
Domain: land
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: Norinco
Overview
The Type 15 (ZTQ-15) is a light tank designed by NORINCO for high-altitude and complex terrain operations, specifically for Tibet and Xinjiang where heavier MBTs struggle. Weighing only 33-35 tonnes, it is air-transportable by Y-20 and can be rapidly deployed to contested highland areas. Armed with a 105mm gun capable of firing APFSDS, HEAT, and laser-guided missiles, it provides meaningful firepower at altitude.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 3 |
|---|---|
| armor | Composite + modular ERA |
| range | 450 km |
| engine | 1,000 hp diesel |
| length | 9.2 m |
| weight | 33,000-35,000 kg |
| main_gun | 105mm ZPT-83 rifled gun |
| max_speed | 70 km/h |
| secondary_weapons | 12.7mm AAMG, 7.62mm coaxial MG |
Operators
- China
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