Protection
48%Firepower
43%Shot Effectiveness
67%Maneuverability
38%Weight (t) | 37.46 |
Hit Points | 1450 |
Engine Power (hp) | 565 |
Speed Limit (km/h) | 45 |
Standard Shell Penetration (mm) | 173 - 233 |
Standard Shell Damage | 300 - 500 |
Rate of Fire (rounds/min) | 4.3 |
During the Soviet-Chinese border conflict in 1969, Chinese forces captured a Soviet T-62, which had a significant impact on the development of the 122 TM. In autumn 1970, two prototypes were manufactured featuring additional armament: four anti-tank missiles on the turret's sides and a double-barreled DShK machine gun on the gunner's hatch. During trials in 1971–1973, the construction proved faulty, leading to development being discontinued in 1974.