T-90 Bhishma Tank:
In a significant move towards self-reliance, the Indian Army has rolled out its first overhauled T-90 Bhishma tank, further enhancing its operational readiness.
- T-90 Bhishma Tank is Indian Army’s main battle tank since 2003.
- It is known for its firepower, speed, and protection. With this overhaul, the tank has become even more powerful and lethal.
- The tank is manned by a crew of three—commander, gunner, and driver—who work in close coordination to engage and destroy targets.
- It is equipped with a 125 mm smoothbore gun, capable of firing various types of shells.
- An anti-aircraft gun mounted on top can bring down targets within a two kilometre range, and the tank can fire up to 800 shells per minute.
- Its compact size enables it to manoeuvre quickly through forests, mountains, and marshy terrain at a speed of up to 60 kilometres per hour.
- It has advanced thermal sighting system, the tank can detect targets up to 8 kilometers (5 miles) away, day or night.
