re: #289 Dark_Falcon

Exactly. Most modern tanks place the ammo in a bustle behind the turret, but Russia has stuck with the helf-hemispherical turrets it has favored since the T-54/T-55, and they cannot support such an addition.

That said, the T-72s in use by Ukraine are a good deal more advanced than those used by Iraq in 1991. They have better armor, better fire controls, and a more powerful engine. but if they are penetrated they are still vulnerable as all get out to ammo fires.

D_F, your scope of knowledge never ceases to amaze me. You’re like LGF’s own personal version of “Janes Guide To ….”. Thanks for the great knowledge and taking time to share.

RBS