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T-72M1R: Powerful Response 
T-72M1R on display.
- Description :
- The T-72M1R is a modernization of the Polish T-72M1, which is the export version of the Soviet T-72A . In 2011, the Polish MOD set two contracts to modernize the PT-91 Twardy and the T-72M1 main battle tanks of the Polish Army. More specifically, the T-72M1 received a multitude of upgrades including a new W-46-6 Diesel Engine with Digital Starter, new KLW-1 3rd-generation Thermal Camera for the Gunner, fire control system, new power supplies, digital communications, and much more. These upgrades were designed to prepare the T-72M1, in the time of war, to be reintroduced into the Polish Army. This upgrade resulted in the designation T-72M1R. Since the start of the conflict in Eastern Europe, Poland has donated much of its T-72 inventory including the T-72M1R to Ukraine. These T-72M1R’s either come standard, or have been modified locally to equip Kontact-1 ERA with or without the 81mm smoke launchers. It is unknown how many T-72M1R’s remain in service with Poland, however the tank is used by both Ukraine and Poland.
- In-game this vehicle has limited armor, especially being the export variant of the T-72A, however with its thermal technology it can be a force to be reckoned with.
- Armament:
- Primary: 125mm 2A46M Smoothbore Gun
- Rounds:
- 3BM26 APFSDS-T (Low Tier Round)
- 3BM42 “Mango” APFSDS-T (High Tier Round)
- 3BK18M HEAT-FT
- 3OF26 HE-FRAG
- Rounds:
- Coaxial: 7.62mm PKT GPMG
- Secondary (AA): 12.7mm NVST HMG
- Tertiary: 7.62mm PKT GPMG
- Primary: 125mm 2A46M Smoothbore Gun
- Maneuverability:
- Engine: 780hp W-46-6 Diesel Engine
- Transmission: Synchromesh Manual, 7-Forward, 1-Reverse (Possibly replaced by new Automatic Transmission)
- Chassis: Torsion Bar
- Max Speed: 60km/h
- Dimensions:
- Length: 6.95m (9.53m w/ gun)
- Width: 3.59m
- Height: 2.19m
- Weight: 41.5 tons
- Crew (3x):
- Commander
- Gunner
- Driver
- Accessories:
- 12x 81mm Smoke Grenade Launchers
- Laser Rangefinder
- ESS
- 3rd-generation Thermal Imager:
- KLW-1 Thermal Camera
- NVD:
- Driver: PNK-72 Night Vision Periscope
- Commander: POD-72 Day/Night Sight
- Sources:
- https://www.armyrecognition.com/mspo_2021_news_official_show_daily/mspo_2021_modernized_t-72m1r_main_battle_tank_on_display.html
- https://www.armyrecognition.com/ukraine_-_russia_invasion_conflict_war/t-72m1_t-72m1r_tanks_donated_by_poland_are_now_in_service_with_ukraine.html
- https://defence-blog.com/ukraine-sent-newly-received-t-72m1r-tanks-to-front/
- https://mezha.media/en/2022/05/03/polish-t-72m1r-tanks-are-already-in-ukraine/
- The Dead District: T-72M1R - Upgraded T-72M/M1 for Polish Army
- Modernization with "bare" armor: the Polish military is mastering the T-72M1R tanks
Imagery
Spoiler
Another view of the T-72M1R on display.
T-72M1R found on exercise grounds.
Side view of the T-72M1R.
KLW-1 Thermal Camera (and specifications) used by the Gunner.
Closeup of the optics.
Rear view of the T-72M1R.
Internal view of the T-72M1R, the Commander’s position.
Gunner’s Position within the T-72M1R.
Specifications of the T-72M1R.
Top view of the T-72M1R.
A T-72M1R utilized by Ukraine. These images are used because it shows the utilization of Kontact-1 ERA with and without the removal of the 81mm Smoke Launchers.
Maneuvering T-72M1R’s.
