| The T-80UD – was adopted by the Soviet Army in 1987. The new employed elements of a built-in dynamic defense able to counter both kinetic energy and shaped-charge rounds. Additionally, the vehicle was equipped with the laser-guided 9K119 ‘Reflex’ missile system. Although the weight of the T-80UD was increased to 46 tons, the engineers managed to retain the tank’s excellent riding characteristics. |
