Vietnam receives 2nd batch of Russian T-90S main battle tanks

Vietnam has received a total of 64 T-90S/SK main battle tanks from Russia based on an order made in 2016. Photo c/o Sputnik.

Vietnam received a second batch of T-90S main battle tanks from Russia last 21 February 2019, completing the order Vietnam made in 2016.

A first batch of 32 tanks was received by Vietnam in January 2019, and were painted in the three-color scheme used by the Vietnam People's Army (VPA). These tanks were made by Russia's Uralvagonzavod.

The Vietnam People's Army ordered a total of 64 T-90S main battle tanks and T-90SK command tanks in 2016, to boost its armored capabilities consisting mostly of ageing T-55 tanks. 

The tanks are seen equipped with the Shtora (Red Eyes) active anti-missile system, which disrupts the laser designator and rangefinder of incoming anti-tank missiles.



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