What is Type 96B MBT?

Type 96B MBT at Tank Biathlon 2017. The Type 96 ( Chinese: 96式; pinyin: Jiǔliù shì) or ZTZ96 is a Chinese second generation main battle tank (MBT). The final evolution of the Type 88 design, the Type 96 entered service with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in 1997.

What is the difference between Type 96 and Type 88?

This spaced armor gave the Type 96 a rectangular front profile, visually distinguishing it from the round turret of the Type 88. Other visible differences included their armament: the Type 96 possessed a locally designed 125mm smoothbore gun while the earlier Type 88 variants used a 105mm rifled gun instead.

What is a Type 96 turret?

Renamed Type 96 when put into PLA service. In comparison to the Type 85 and Type 88, the Type 96 features a more powerful engine, improved electronics and a welded turret. Type 96 was accepted by the PLA in 1996. Additional "arrow-shaped" modular armor similar to the Type 99 is installed on the turret front.

What makes a 96B a good car?

The Type 96B also features a new hydropneumatic suspension system and automatic transmission system, providing greater mobility and responsiveness. The increase in horsepower also allows the Type 96B to have a very high power-to-weight ratio, improving its acceleration and hill climbing abilities.