T-80

The Russian T-80 Main Battle Tank.

Background
The T80 tank has been in production since 1978 and has gone through many modifications. Many feel the T80 can compete favorably with the American M2, since the T80 is 40 tons lighter. A 125-mm gun is standard. This can also fire laser guided 9M117 Cobra shots. The tank is protected with armor from fused steel plates and ceramic epoxy. All T-80 tanks also have an active armor, which protects from cluster bombs (like the TOW). The T-80 also has extremely high firepower. Its lethal shots hold their power over distances of 4 km. Anti-tank shells, by contrast, can only reach 2.5 km.

Involvement
The T-80 is the main anti-armor ground unit of the Russian forces. Its effectiveness can be raised even further by mounting an add-on option. Like all Russian units, the T-80 regenerate health over time.

Strategy
Helicopters and other heavy armored units are effective against the T-72. Artillery, if aimed properly can also be devastating.

Quotes
"Without delay!" T-80 Unit move speech.

Trivia
The T-80 uses the same model as the Iraqi T-72