![]() ![]() The sides of the turret incorporate fencing / screens to protect against rocket attacks. The turret sports well-sloped sides and the hull's glacis plate is nearly horizontal. The vehicle showcases a low-profile design consistent with contemporary Russian and Chinese tank offerings. The Type 15 is also known by the designations of VT-5 and ZTQ-15. The Type 15 is a low-cost / low-risk venture with both the domestic Chinese and global export market in mind, targeting national armies that see more modern Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) as "out-of-reach" budget-wise but require more firepower and strength than that as offered by multi-wheeled light / light-armored tank systems. ![]() The vehicle was acknowledged by Chinese authorities in December of 2018 and said to have entered service that same time. China NORth INdustries COrporation (NORINCO) debuted a new light tank at Air Show Zhuhai 2016 designated the "Type 15" (or "VT-5" for export). ![]()
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