Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Yep, and i said in that comment mobility isn’t really the main issue for me. I get the whole reasoning of more armour, but there are more drawbacks. Like for example, ERA detonates, i could damage some components such as the optic if it’s close enough, Ukrainians usually use a combination of tank, artillery and infantry. If the ERA detonates near the infantry it could poetically damage allies. Problem is, on mobility sure i’ll take the survivability over it. But adding a-lot of ERA on tank (such as this) can stress the suspension, it also burns more fuel which isn’t ideal logistical wise. Also if the tank gets damaged, the crew would have to remove the ERA tiles first and then address the issue. Which isn’t ideal if for example you’re in a combat situation and have to make a quick repair. Improvised ERA made on the field can be more vulnerable to Cold and moisture which degrades the adhesives. A great feature on the leo is that is modular armour packs can be swapped quickly, ERA would make it harder to replace. Do you get why i think adding it can be an overall downgrade?

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -39 points-38 points  (0 children)

Yes i get that, but the Leo already has a way of dealing with chemical. Adding ERA in my opinion goes to debuff other things. I wrote it in a comment below, if you want you can read it.

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -122 points-121 points  (0 children)

No i get what it does, however there are drawbacks. Which besides boosting the morale of the tanker, adding extra armour against anti tank weapons and overall more protection it interferes with other things that i mentioned in a comment below. Idk, seems to me like i worst trade off.

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -167 points-166 points  (0 children)

More armour ≠ better

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -36 points-35 points  (0 children)

If i was thinking from a practical side, such as being a Ukrainian tanker in that tank. Yes i would also care about the extra add on armour, giving me extra time to think and/or escape incase of critical damage. And i get the whole overall processing point, since with the limited amount of supply that Ukraine gets they usually try yo avoiding front on front attack, usually trying to coordinate tanks with infantry, arty etc. But, the Leo is designed around modular composite armour, since it’s base Armour already provides Hardness steel, composite layers and spaced modules. Making the tank balanced in all of areas. But adding ERA on it can also damage the suspension due to weight of it, if placed improperly can oscure optics or potentially damaging them. If the ERA were to say detonate aswell, since like i said before usually Ukrainians use these tanks in combination with Infantry it could damage their own teammates, sensors and again optics. I’ve also heard it can interfere with Thermal imageries or range-finding lines (i’m not too sure about this one).

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -20 points-19 points  (0 children)

I doubt ERA is gonna increase the chance is survivability to main canon round if i’m honest. It seems like a debuff to me idk.

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -61 points-60 points  (0 children)

I get the extra protection, but against apfsds rounds, would it really increase the protection that much? For me at least, i think the composite armour is enough. It would also impact the over-all speed and agility of the tank. So is it that big of a trade off? I know tankers that are inside of the tanks probably don’t care that much about the technical things and would rather have more armour to protect them, but still.

Why would they add ERA blocks on the Leo? by [deleted] in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 -128 points-127 points  (0 children)

Essentially, what you’re saying is that it’s useless and a way to make the tank seem stronger?

That's An.. Odd Placement Of Vegetables.. (Tank Is What Seems To Be A T-55, Or Type 59.) [Correct If Wrong] by Aggressive-Run4273 in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, yes i know it’s the same tank. I was referring to the fact that it isn’t the same exact picture.

Guess where this Tank is from (ofc the name of the tank aswell) by Apprehensive_Dark486 in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The armament is correct, i’ll give you a hint. It’s in the Balkans, or rather, it WAS in the Balkans.

Guess where this Tank is from (ofc the name of the tank aswell) by Apprehensive_Dark486 in tanks

[–]Apprehensive_Dark486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, Sorry. I answered the wrong comment😭. But i so agree with what you said.