Type 85 vs Type 90

Chinese main battle tank, approximately 200 were built, incorporating technologies from the Soviet T-62.
Profile of Type 85
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Main Battle Tank
Type Medium Main Battle Tank
Manufacturer Norinco
Number produced 200 units
Estimated unit price $-- million
Chinese main battle tank, manufactured by Norinco, with no confirmed production or service history.
Profile of Type 90
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Main Battle Tank
Type Medium Main Battle Tank
Manufacturer Norinco
Number produced -- units
Estimated unit price $-- million
Combat weight 41.0 tons â—‰
Maximum speed 57 km/h â—‰
Operational range 700 km â—‰
Length 9.99 m â—‰
Width 3.45 m â—‰
Height 2.30 m â—‰
Crew 4
Engine Diesel Engine with 730 hp
Main armament 1 2A46M/ D-81TM 125mm smoothbore barrel gun
Secondary weapon 1 NSV 12.7mm machine gun
Combat weight 48.0 tons â—‰
Maximum speed 60 km/h â—‰
Operational range 700 km â—‰
Length 9.99 m â—‰
Width 3.45 m â—‰
Height 2.30 m â—‰
Crew 4
Engine V-8 Diesel Engine with 1200 hp
Main armament 1 2A46M/ D-81TM 125mm smoothbore barrel gun
Secondary weapon 1 NSV 12.7mm machine gun

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Type 85 or Type 90?
The Type 90 is faster with a maximum road speed of 60 km/h compared to the Type 85's 57 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Type 85 or Type 90?
The Type 90 has a longer operational range at 700 km compared to the Type 85's 700 km.
Which is heavier, the Type 85 or Type 90?
The Type 90 is heavier at 48.0 tons combat weight compared to the Type 85's 41.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Type 85 or Type 90?
The Type 90 is longer at 9.99 meters compared to the Type 85's 9.99 meters.
How many crew members do the Type 85 and Type 90 require?
Both the Type 85 and Type 90 require a crew of 4.
What are the main armaments of the Type 85 and Type 90?
The Type 85 is armed with 1 2A46M/ D-81TM 125mm smoothbore barrel gun while the Type 90 carries 1 2A46M/ D-81TM 125mm smoothbore barrel gun as its main armament.