- The Type 99 (Chinese: 99式主战坦克; pinyin: Jiǔjiǔshì Zhǔzhàn Tǎnkè) or ZTZ-99 is a Chinese third generation main battle tank (MBT).
- Overall, the Type 99 is a formidable tank that has proven itself in various military exercises and conflicts.
- The Type 99A is a Tier 9 progression main battle tank under Zhang Feng's dealership. Class: Main Battle Tank Developed: 2007-2011 Service: 2011+ Vehicles Built: cca...
- The first prototype of the Type 99A was tested in 2007, and it was unveiled for the first time in September 2015 during a military parade in Beijing.
- The Chinese Type 99A2 is the most modern Main Battle Tank in service with the Peoples Liberation Army.
- Its rumoured that China has been developing a 140mm Main Gun for the Type 99A Tank series, hence its higher turret roof and large gun mantle.
- The Type 99A is an upgraded version of the original Type 99 Tank and features improved armor and a more powerful engine.
- This drivetrain combination gives the Type 99 a cross-country speed of 37 mpg (60 kmh), and the vehicle can attain 49 mph (80 kmh) on road surfaces.
- Whilst outside of China called It the “Type 99A2” in China its referred to as the “ZTZ 99A” or sometimes ZTZ 99A2. Source tanknutdave.com.
- The Type 99A is an radical evolution of the Type 99. The Type 99 is based on the Soviet/Russian T-72, it began service in 2001.