Chinese tanks – VT-4 stalled during a demonstration at an international airshow – UNIAN
The VT-4 was supposed to demonstrate its performance characteristics, but things didn't go according to plan.
The Chinese VT-4 main battle tank broke down during a demonstration at the Airshow China 2024 international air show in Zhuhai. It stalled while trying to drive up a hill, Defense Blog reports.
It is noted that the demonstration was organized by Norinco, which is responsible for the development of VT-4. The tank was supposed to demonstrate its performance characteristics, but everything did not go according to plan.
During one of the tests, which involved climbing a hill, the tank suddenly stopped due to mechanical failure and stalled. After that he rolled back. The cause of the breakdown has not yet been determined.
The publication added that such an incident indicates the low quality of Chinese military equipment. Journalists recalled how in 2016…