Combining modular composite armour and tandem-charge defeating ERA, 125 mm smoothbore gun with ATGM-capability, high mobility, digital systems and optics, the Type 99 represents a shift towards rapid modernization by the PLA.

The Type 99A2 Main Battle Tank is the most advanced Chinese tank in PLA army service. It has many upgrades and new shape compared to earlier Type 99 Tanks.

The Type 99A is an upgraded version of the Type 99G, but few details are known. Now this had been written down back in 2011. OSINT progressed in between so we can tell there are only two types for fure: The base ZTZ 99 ("type" is now deprecated), and the ZTZ 99A, a completely new animal, albeit sharing many parts.

Feb 17, 2025 · China’s Type 99, also known as the ZTZ-99, is one of the most advanced tanks in the country’s arsenal. Developed by the China North Industries Corporation (Norinco), the Type 99 is a third-generation main battle tank (MBT) that has been in service with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) since 2001. Without any combat experience, it […]

Dec 8, 2024 · The ZTZ-99A has helped the PLA Army’s heaviest units achieve parity or overmatch on the continent against any Asian neighbor. This is the type of capability a regional power, but not necessarily a regional hegemon fields.

Apr 24, 2023 · The Type 99 is a relatively new addition to the armored corps of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China. The Type 99 was first unveiled in 1999 and was a showpiece of the October 1999 National Day Parade.

Aug 10, 2009 · Manufactured for the People's Liberation Army (PLA) by China Northern Industries Corporation (CNGC) or Norinco, the ZTZ99 MBT is considered one of the 12 best tanks in the world. ZTZ99 is a successor to Type 98 G, which in turn was a successor to Type 98 (pictured).

Been watching their WeChat account for a while and I have to point one thing out: This box art has nothing to do with Chinese nationalism, and only serves as a cheap gag. In their box art story the 99A tank is fighting alongside several Abrams against an …

Type 99 MBT, also known as ZTZ-99, is a Chinese main battle tank (MBT) in service with the People's Liberation Army (PLA). The latest version, the Type 99A, developed from the Type 98 prototype, is the newest and most advanced Chinese main battle tank in PLA inventory.

Note: Prices and availability are indications only. Also check if the product actually matches! We don't know about any in-box reviews for this PLA ZTZ-99A MBT (#84518) from HobbyBoss.