sjar Chapter 247 Powerful Domestic Tanks
Chapter 247 Powerful Domestic Tanks
Meng Debiao carried out various careful inspections inside the tank. His eyes were focused and sharp, as if they could penetrate every corner.
His hands gently touched the various components inside the tank, feeling their texture and temperature.
He did not leave out any place, because he knew very well that tanks were different from cannons and guns. If something went wrong with these big guys while firing, it would be a big disaster.
It not only concerns the life safety of the soldiers, but also the outcome of the battle.
Meng Debiao carefully checked the tank's dashboard to ensure that every pointer could accurately display data.
He then checked the tank's ammunition compartment to ensure the ammunition was stored safely.
He paid attention to every detail, as if he was treating a precious work of art.
After a careful inspection, Meng Debiao climbed out of the tank with a smile on his face.
Other technicians hurriedly gathered around, their eyes full of anticipation and curiosity.
"Director, is there any problem inside the tank?" a young technician asked anxiously.
Meng Debiao shook his head and said happily: "No problem, I just tested it, and all the instruments are working well. The next thing to do is to test the tank to see if it will malfunction during operation."
After hearing Meng Debiao's words, everyone nodded and a relieved smile appeared on their faces.
The manufacturing of the tank has been completed, and the most difficult first step has been taken. The next step is to conduct various tests on the tank.
Meng Debiao instructed the workshop director: "Director Wang, tell the workers to polish and paint the surface of the tank.
Make this tank look more majestic and domineering.
I will inform the commander now and conduct the test run and various tests tomorrow."
"Yes, Director. I'll arrange it right away."
Director Wang responded.
After Meng Debiao finished giving the instructions, he turned around and quickly left the workshop.
He couldn't wait to return to the office to tell Gundam the good news.
After entering the office, Meng Debiao immediately went to the desk, picked up the phone and called the command center.
After the call is connected.
Meng Debiao said excitedly into the microphone: "Commander, I'm here to tell you the good news.
The first tank produced by the arsenal has been assembled today and will be officially tested tomorrow."
Gao Da was stunned when he heard what Meng Debiao said. He couldn't believe his ears.
He asked uncertainly, "Director Meng, is what you just said true? Are you kidding me?"
"Commander, how dare I joke with you about such a thing? The tanks in the arsenal have been assembled and are now being painted in the workshop." Meng Debiao affirmed.
Gundam on the other end of the phone was instantly ecstatic. This news was simply great. The independent column would finally have a tank.
Gao Da said excitedly on the phone: "Director Meng, tomorrow I will lead all the leading cadres of the independent column to the arsenal for observation."
"Yes, Commander."
Meng Debiao responded.
After the call ended, Gaoda immediately picked up the phone and began to notify all the leading cadres of the independent column.
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the next day.
The day had just dawned, the eastern sky was a little pale, and the faint sunlight was shining on the earth, giving people a feeling of tranquility and peace.
The regiment and battalion commanders of the independent column arrived at Lijiazhuang early.
Their faces were full of anticipation and excitement, as if they were about to witness a historical moment.
Everyone was looking forward to witnessing the first tank produced by the arsenal.
As a mobile bunker on the battlefield, the tank has extremely powerful firepower, and its existence can often change the course of a local war.
It is no exaggeration to say that possessing tanks can greatly enhance the combat effectiveness of troops, especially on the Chinese battlefield where there are no anti-tank weapons. The Japanese tanks are invincible, and even the bean skin tanks can kill people in all directions.
If this were to happen on the European battlefield, the Japanese's bean-skin tanks would be scrapped in minutes.
At the entrance of the village, people were talking about it.
Li Yunlong said to Kong Jie beside him: "Old Kong, do you think the tanks produced by the arsenal are as powerful as those of the Japanese?"
Kong Jie shook his head and said, "How should I know? I didn't produce the tanks.
We will find out soon. I never thought that one day our Eighth Route Army would also have tanks. "
"Hey, I have to chat with the commander later and ask him to get a few tanks for the independent brigade."
As Li Yunlong spoke, he fantasized about an independent brigade with tanks that would wreak havoc on the battlefield in the future.
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Half an hour later, the sun had fully risen.
Gaoda led Li Yunlong and other commanders of the independent column to the Ping'an Arsenal on horseback.
When everyone walked into the arsenal, they were attracted by a huge tank parked outside the factory at first sight.
The moment everyone saw the tank, they gasped and were stunned with shock.
What caught everyone's eyes was a huge earth-gray tank. Its body was huge and majestic, exuding a powerful aura.
It is very domineering. Without saying anything else, the size alone is enough to make people shudder.
The Japanese's bean skin tank is just a little brother in front of it, and it is not even on the same level.
Li Yunlong was shocked and said, "Commander, is this the tank produced by our arsenal?
Oh my goodness, this is too big, much bigger than the Japanese's bean curd tank."
Kong Jie swallowed and said, "My God, this tank is too big. I have never seen such a big tank."
The rest of the crowd exclaimed in amazement, their eyes filled with admiration and pride.
At this time, Meng Debiao walked up to Gaoda and introduced: "Commander, this tank is the first medium tank produced by our Ping'an Arsenal. It is 5.5 meters long, 3 meters wide and 2.6 meters high.
全车重达25吨，乘员5人，武器为1门75毫米火炮和2挺14.2毫米机枪。
The side armor thickness is 20 mm and the front armor thickness reaches 40 mm.
It uses a 220.6-cylinder in-line water-cooled gasoline engine with a power of 12 kilowatts. The tank's maximum road speed is 50 kilometers per hour and its maximum road range is 300 kilometers.
It is more powerful and faster than the German Type 3 tank. "
After hearing Meng Debiao's introduction, everyone's eyes lit up. To them, the tank in front of them was simply invincible.
Gaoda nodded with satisfaction and said, "Director Meng, let's see the tank test next."
"No problem, Commander."
Meng Debiao responded.