C1659 Two Options
"That's right. The tank is completely different from our Infantry Tank. If we want to change it, we have to think of a way." Qin Guan said.
These two were completely different. A Infantry Tank needed a wide internal space. To use it to load a large number of soldiers, it would at least require an infantry unit. Only then would it have a practical meaning. After all, in battle, the infantry unit would be used as the basic unit.
However, tanks were different. Tanks were used to charge and break through enemy lines. Tanks had to have a turret and an advanced tank gun. Using it to attack the enemy's position, the space inside was quite narrow. It was only enough to accommodate three or four people. It was very difficult for everyone to turn around inside.
If so, how could they change it?
Of course, Qin Guan had a way.
"First of all, we need to remove the turret and empty all the places where the cannonballs are loaded. This way, the space inside will be big enough."
Qin Guan began to explain his specific thoughts. In order to explain it clearly, he simply picked up a model on the table beside him.
This model was the model of his own tank 79. Now Qin Guan took it out to show it to everyone. It could be seen clearly.
He wanted to remove the turret and remove those related to tank gun!
The interior of the tank was extremely expensive. He had to think of all sorts of methods. He had to make use of any useful space. There was a little bit of space. If he designed it, he would be able to install one or two cannonballs. Even so, the number of cannonballs loaded inside the tank was still very small. During World War II, there were hundreds of cannonballs at every turn. Now... It was already considered not bad if there were more than 40 of them.
Of course, in a single battle, being able to shoot out 40 rounds of cannonballs was also very rare.
This way, the space inside would become bigger. However... Even so, it could only accommodate five or six people at most. It was also impossible to carry an infantry unit. Moreover, the space inside was so small. Everyone had to squat there or lie there?
Suddenly, Commander Cheng thought of something and said, "If that's the case, then how should our soldiers go up and down?
The top and bottom of the tank were carried up and down from the top of the Cabin Cover. This method is nothing to the tank crew. After all, they will only come down after they withdraw from the battlefield. As for the Infantry Tank? Warriors could get out of their vehicles and fight at any time. If they were to go up and down from the top of the Cabin Cover... That's definitely a tragedy.
Using the chassis of the truck to develop the wheel type Infantry Tank, or to be more precise, to develop a bigger Infantry Tank. The design was quite reasonable. This was to enter and exit from the back. Like this, there was a wide vehicle blocking the threat in front of them. It was the best for infantry, and they would even use the door as an extra shield.
If this problem was not solved, then even if this Infantry Tank was modified, it would still be of little value.
Qin Guan looked at everyone's questions and knew that everyone was indeed seriously thinking about it.
"That's right. This problem must be solved. Otherwise, this Infantry Tank is not qualified. As for the solution, there are two main methods."
Qin Guan didn't need to think about it, because in the future, there would be a mature solution for Qin Guan.
The Infantry Tank could be done like this because the engine was at the front, the side was on the right side of the armored vehicle, the left side was the driver, and the back was the crew.
However, the tank was different. The engine of the tank was at the back. Only Meka was a weirdo. They made it look like it was in the front. This was also because they did not have that kind of engine with great horsepower. They don't take up too much space either. Otherwise... Try the previous 1500 horsepower engine? There was definitely not enough space.
The rest was occupied by the engine. How was he going to solve this problem?
"One way is to change the engine." Qin Guan said, "Now, our North Heavy Truck Factory has developed a series of large horsepower diesel engines. The maximum power can even reach 700 horsepower, and... It was small and consumed a lot of fuel. It could be stuffed into the back of the 59 tank. This way, there will be a path left, allowing the soldiers to get off and fight from the back. "
This type of engine was prepared for the huge missile launch vehicle, but after it was developed, it was developed according to civilian standards. It could also be equipped on their own truck, and of course, it could also be used on tanks.
What's the difference between civilian and military?
Military was mainly based on performance. Life could be reduced, but in fact, it was used to squeeze the life span of the engine through mechanical hydraulic methods in exchange for an increase in performance.
With the same displacement, it would naturally be able to produce more explosive power if the engine was pumped in more air and sprayed more oil. However, this method damaged one's life expectancy.
This was the same as those in the future who were farming for the power of cars. In their eyes, cars were like electronic products that could be improved at any time.
In fact, this was obviously impossible. An engine. It was divided into two versions of high and low power, which was definitely not just a computer setting. The piston poles and other mechanisms were all different. He would farm the low-power ones into high-power ones. There was only one result, and that was the explosion of the tank.
When the tank really exploded, they wanted to ask the manufacturer for compensation again. They wouldn't say that he was the one who broke it.
In short, the civil and military were different. Then, why did the military exploit the power? It was because they wanted a stronger engine.1
However, technology was constantly improving. In the past, they needed to squeeze out the engine of the 59 tank to produce 500 horsepower. But now, through the high-pressure oil pump and the more precise nozzle device, the fuel could be more fully combusted. Absorbing more energy through more special piston was an effective way to increase power.
Just like that, the power of the civilian could reach the same level. Moreover, the civil power could be more durable and easier to deal with. This should be a better choice.
Apart from one point.
After all, it needed money to buy it. Those engines that had reached the lifespan could still operate at low power. Lianpo was old, so if he ate more, he could still work.
Hence, when Qin Guan said he wanted to change the engine, they were all hesitant. The army did not want to spend this money, so they had to put in a tough and simple spirit.
"President Qin, what's the second method?" Someone continued to ask.
The second method?
Qin Guan smiled and turned the tank model in his hand in a circle. "The second method is to turn the entire tank 180 degrees, turn the back to the front, and turn the front to the back."
This way, the engine would be right in front of them. They could do whatever they wanted in the back!
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