In preparation for the military parade, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Lao People's Army, for the first time took part in Russian-made tanks T-72B1 "White Eagle", According to the Russian newspaper.
Machines entered in Loas recently, and was immediately involved in the rehearsals of solemn events, to be held 20 January.
On the first "mission" new tanks says video, published on YouTube. "Seventy-second" slowly followed by a column of light floating PT-76 medium tanks and T-54B.
Externally tank differs from the earlier presence panoramic sight PEP-72, which allows the commander to operate effectively at any time. Gunner operator PN-72K is also equipped with a thermal imager.
2A46M caliber gun 125 mm allows the use of guided missiles. With instrument paired 7.62mm gun PKT. The structure consists of ammunition 42 shell and 2500 rounds. The tank also has a remote-controlled unit with large-caliber "Cord" (12,7 mm) from 600 shots.
The machines are equipped with dynamic protection "Contact". Engine power - 840 HP. tank is also equipped with an auxiliary unit, Side feeding system at sites without activating the main motor.
The weight of the tank - 47 tonnes, speed - up 60 km / h, power reserve - 700 km. crew - 3 man.
Laos became the second country, this modification has bought T-72. The first customer - the military department of Nicaragua.
