About the JGSDF Type 90 Tank The 3rd generation mainstay tank for Japan's Ground self-defense Force, the type 90 tank entered solution in August 1990. Using over ten years in its development, the interior with this latest Japanese tank is fully packed with advanced hi-tech equipment. The 120mm smoothbore primary weapon is along with a precision fire control system; comprising a trajectory computer, YAG (Yttrium Aluminum Garnet) laser range finder and weapon stabilizer, allowing accurate shooting while going. The passive infrared night viewer makes nighttime operations possible. Use of the automated canon loading system eliminated the need of a loader, reducing the team from four men to three. A 7.62mm machine gun is mounted a the coaxial position associated with the main weapon, and a 12.7mm device gun regarding turret roof. The tank's distinctive angular silhouette is a result of the total utilization of Multi-material laminate armor, which provides exceptional protection for the crew. Ammunition stowage within backside of this turret is wholly separated through the team compartment, therefore further improved survivability is obtained. The water-cooled, V-10 cylinder diesel engine is supplied by Mitsubishi Heavy business. Built with an electronically controlled direct gas injection, this power product is with the capacity of yielding 1,500 horsepower, propelling the 50 ton hefty tank as much as a high speed of 70km/h they hydraulic suspension system is incorporated on four road wheels out of six on either part, therefore enabling the tank's mindset become modified based on the surrounding landscapes.
