Type 10 Main Battle Tank
Overview
Official Name: Type 10
Year of Production: 2012
Years Active: 2012-present
Range of Productive Years: Since 2012, with ongoing upgrades.
Country of Origin: Japan
Total Number Manufactured: Limited production, specific numbers not widely publicized.
Interesting Fact/Detail: The Type 10 is a highly advanced main battle tank, notable for its modular armor system and active suspension. It's designed to be rapidly deployable and to operate across the varied terrain of Japan. One of its unique features is the capability to adjust its size – both the length and width of the hull can be changed.
Weapon Information: Armed with a 120mm smoothbore gun, complemented by a 12.7mm machine gun and a 7.62mm machine gun.
Prominent Wars Participated In: Has not seen combat as of the latest information available.
Prominent Battles: Not applicable.
Cost of Production: Estimated to be around $6.5 million per unit.
Cost of Ammunition: [Data Not Readily Available]
Crew Size: 3 (commander, gunner, driver)
Weight: Around 44 tons, varying with armor configuration.
Horsepower: 1,200 hp.
Maximum Speed: Up to 70 km/h.