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Component failure rates for T-72 and T-80 AFVs

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Component failure in Soviet armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs) and infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) is a common occurrence. The failure rate of components depends on factors such as quality, durability, service longevity, and serviceability. This variable can also be affected by poor repairability potential and a lack of automated diagnostic systems to monitor vehicle status. The failure rate of components is determined by the number of failures that occur within a specified operating range. For Soviet vehicles, this operating range is measured in thousands of kilometres. Therefore, the failure rate can be expressed as the number of operational failures per 1000 kilometres [<i> Failure rate] = Operating Failure/1000km).   Another important aspect is commonly occurring failure (COF). COF refers to parts within a module or an entire module that are prone to common failures. These failures require significant attention and resources for maintenance and repair. The following set ...

M60 Trainer

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SK-105 Kürassier Trainer

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T-72/T-90 and T-80 engine cooling

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This article is a simplified approach to explaining how Soviet/Russian engines are cooled.  The T-72 and T-90 series of vehicles are equipped with standard V-84 and V-92 engines. Both engine types feature an enclosed liquid cooling loop with active air-cooling circulation facilitated by a fan.  The T-80 and its GTD series of engines, including the GTD-1000 and the GTD-1250, utilize active air and oil cooling for the turbine. DETAILED LOOK AT THE T-72/T-90 ENGINE COOLING LOOP T-72 engine cooling loop and layout The T-72 uses a closed liquid loop system to cool the engine and two oil lubrication tanks. Coolant heated by the engine is divided into three streams within the engine bay:  The main coolant stream is pumped into the radiators and cooled with atmospheric air, which is pulled into the engine bay using a ventilator. After passing through the radiators, the coolant enters the engine water pump. The second stream flows towards various components, such as the coils ...