Is the object 279 real?

The Obiekt 279 Kotin, or Object 279, (Объект 279 Котин) was a Soviet experimental heavy tank developed at the end of 1959.
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Can Object 279 survive a nuclear bomb?

One of the most noticeable things about the Object 279 is the hull's shape. Not only is this more projectile deflection, but in this case, this Russian tank can even withstand enough nuclear blast to remain upright.
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Is the Object 279 in War Thunder?

The Object 279 is a gift rank VI Soviet heavy tank with a battle rating of 8.7 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced during Update 1.97 "Viking Fury" as a reward for the "Space Race" event.
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Can tanks survive nuclear blast?

Obviously, no tank could survive at ground zero of a nuclear bomb, but it would be possible for a tank to survive the blast near the borders of the area affected. After all, the armor is designed to survive a direct hit from a fast-flying, armor penetrating round at any given point.
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Is Hiroshima still radioactive?

Is there still radiation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki? The radiation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki today is on a par with the extremely low levels of background radiation (natural radioactivity) present anywhere on Earth. It has no effect on human bodies.
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World of Tanks - Object 279: the Warrior of the Apocalypse



Can a tank survive a RPG?

However, modern, heavily-armored vehicles, such as upgraded APCs and main battle tanks, are generally too well-protected (with thick composite or reactive armor) to be penetrated by an RPG, unless less armored sections of the vehicle are exploited.
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Does the US Army still have tanks?

Abrams, former Army Chief of Staff and commander of the 37th Armored Battalion – became the backbone of the armored forces of the United States military. Even after all these years, it is still considered among the best main battle tanks (MBT) in the world.
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How much does the Object 279 cost in War Thunder?

A lot of rare. Price - 750$
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Is 7 heavy tank?

The IS-7 heavy tank design began in Leningrad in 1945 by Nikolai Fedorovich Shashmurin Weighing 68 tonnes, thickly armoured and armed with a 130 mm S-70 long-barrelled gun, it was the largest and heaviest member of the IS family and one of the most advanced heavy tank designs.
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What is the heaviest tank ever made?

The heaviest tank ever constructed was the German Panzerkampfwagen Maus, which weighed 188 tonnes (414,469 lb).
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Why are tanks called type?

"Type" was used extensively by the Japanese and Chinese militaries beginning in the 1920s, and is still in current use by the Chinese military. The United Kingdom uses a type number system for much of their military equipment. Many other nations use the word "Type" to designate products in a series.
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Is 4 heavy tank?

The IS-4, also known as the Object 701, was a Soviet heavy tank that started development in 1943 and began production in 1946. Derived from the IS-2 and part of the IS tank family, the IS-4 featured a longer hull and increased armor.
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What is the most modern vehicle in War Thunder?

Leopard 2PL, it's from 2020. if we go by designed then the leopard PL is still the most modern as it got its finalized design by the end of 2018 and was in the designing faze from 2013 to 2018 with the BVM being designed either before 2015 or during 2015.
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What is gun in War Thunder?

The Market is a place where players can buy and sell various in-game items. Items are bought and sold using a special currency called Gaijin Coins that can be earned by selling items at the Market or simply purchased.
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Can you buy an army tank?

Yes, civilians can legally own tanks. There are hundreds to thousands of used tanks available for purchase online. However, it is often a complex process, especially when buying from overseas dealers. The dealer often ships the tank to the nearest seaport to the buyer.
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Has an M1 Abrams been destroyed?

A total of 23 M1A1s were damaged or destroyed during the war. Of the nine Abrams tanks destroyed, seven were destroyed by friendly fire and two intentionally destroyed to prevent capture by the Iraqi Army. Some others took minor combat damage, with little effect on their operational readiness.
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Are RPGs legal?

Rocket launchers found in trash can near California school Grenades and rocket launchers are federally classified as firearms and are therefore legal with proper registration. But in California, possessing a destructive device is illegal.
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How thick of armor can an RPG penetrate?

Caption Options. The RPG-30 has 105mm tandem warhead reckoned to be capable of penetrating over 650mm of steel armor behind reactive armor.
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How many shells do tanks carry?

The main armament of the tank is a 125mm 2A46M-5 high accuracy gun. The cannon can fire different types of ammunition. The tank has the capacity to carry up to 40 rounds of 125mm ammunition.
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Did people's eyes fall out in Hiroshima?

Charred remains of the deceased with eyes protruding

With the fierce pressure of the blast the air pressure in the area dropped instantaneously, resulting in eyeballs and internal organs popping out from bodies.
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What is worse than an atomic bomb?

Hydrogen bombs, or thermonuclear bombs, are more powerful than atomic or "fission" bombs. The difference between thermonuclear bombs and fission bombs begins at the atomic level.
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