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If the specs are historical, then I shan't protest... but... I'm still really curious as to *why* the weight is so much lower than I'd expected. I'd totally see this as correct for a recoilless rifle, but it's apparently... not?
*Scratches head*
For that - and to replace the current T-20 Chiliean-acquired Carro de Combate Modelo 1941 tanks; Belgium is issuing a requirement for 340 new medium tanks for delivery from 1950 (potentially another 170 may follow later in the early 1950s to replace the T-21 (Cromwell).
Specs are loose but it should not be too heavy and possess good cross-country performance. Good armour against the latest tank-guns is required.
The current armament of the 75mm L/54 FRC is getting a bit long in the tooth so the 90mm L/60 Cockerill (as used in the Dutch T-44) is specified but given the size of the order and the chance to standardise on a new gun, again options are open if manufacturers can provide a better weapon and provide good arguments to use it.
The British will be submitting the latest diesel-powered Mk.3 version of the Centurion.
The Dutch will likely offer the T-44 as a big 300+ order would make it worthwhile to reopen the production line again.
Not keen on buying from myself for this contest (I did that last time) and Belgium has a track record of ordering from a diverse range of tank producers. But I will number crunch when all the submissions are in and be prepared to send a tank or two for evaluation at some stage in late 1949.
Not going to offer the Kurjak, Bruce?
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