All the Guns on a T-62 Tank (with Nicholas Moran, the Chieftain)

Published on August 6, 2021
Duration: 32:04

This video provides an in-depth look at the armament systems of the Soviet T-62 'Yuri' tank, hosted by Nicholas Moran and Ian McCollum. It details the 115mm U-5TS smoothbore main gun, the 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, and the 12.7mm DShKM anti-aircraft machine gun. The discussion highlights their technical specifications, operational aspects, and historical context within Soviet tank design.

Quick Summary

The Soviet T-62 tank is equipped with three primary weapon systems: a 115mm U-5TS smoothbore main gun, a 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, and a 12.7mm DShKM anti-aircraft machine gun. The 115mm gun was revolutionary for its time, offering high muzzle velocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the T-62 'Yuri'
  2. 06:02PKT Coaxial Machine Gun
  3. 09:56DShKM Anti-Aircraft Machine Gun
  4. 14:41115mm U-5TS Smoothbore Main Gun
  5. 18:21Main Gun Firing and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main weapon systems on the Soviet T-62 tank?

The T-62 is armed with a 115mm U-5TS (2A20) smoothbore main gun, a 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, and a 12.7mm DShKM anti-aircraft machine gun mounted on the loader's hatch.

Why was the 115mm smoothbore gun significant for the T-62?

The 115mm U-5TS was the first smoothbore main gun on a production tank, offering significantly higher muzzle velocity than rifled guns of the era, allowing it to penetrate contemporary Western tank armor.

What modifications were made to the PKT machine gun for tank use?

The PKT features an electric solenoid trigger for remote firing and a heavier barrel for sustained fire. It lacks a buttstock and pistol grip, being operated via joystick controls from within the tank.

When was the DShKM anti-aircraft machine gun added to the T-62, and why?

The DShKM was initially omitted but reintroduced in 1972. This was a response to the growing threat posed by attack helicopters, which were becoming a significant battlefield danger.

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