The armor is strong
We arrived at one of the military units in the Odintsovo district. The famous tank museum with rare exhibits is also located here. Now everyone can join the military history - that is, ride a tank - but the pleasure is not cheap. In total, from a group of 7-9 people will be asked from 55 thousand rubles.
Tank T-55
Tank T-55 Tank T-55
But this does not concern us, we are at the celebration of the SABMiller RUS beer company, which honors the winners of the Barrel of Impressions contest. After a short briefing and dressing in camouflage uniform, we leave for the combat vehicle.
In the history of the T-54/55, about 100 thousand copies were produced, it is believed that this is the most massive tank in the world. Now we will check what it feels like to sit on the armor. I must admit that until the tank starts moving, and even starts up, it is difficult to perceive it as a vehicle.
Tank T-55
A giant is standing, akin to an immovable monument. Suddenly, a sudden "explosion" of the engine with a black exhaust - and the iron giant, startled by an armored body, comes to life. The start is also abrupt: if you do not hold on to the ledges, then you can easily fly off the board.
It is impossible to talk there in principle: a 580-horsepower tank howls louder than any tractor, and caterpillars grinding on concrete complete the cacophony. Perhaps regular riding on a tank can make a person laconic, and his face is severe and expressive.
Zalk T-55
Zalk T-55 Zalk Z-55
When it came to shooting, out of inexperience we came too close to the 100 mm gun. It’s hard to call it a volley … the feeling is that the bomb exploded right in front of you. The sound is so powerful that it gets through what is called up to the heels, and for a few seconds you get lost. It was then that a genuine sense of pride arises for our grandfathers and great-grandfathers, marching under attack bombs …
And our tanks are fast
Our next transport is the infantry fighting vehicle (BMP). The tasks of this caterpillar fortress are versatile, but the main one is the rapid landing assaults to great depth through the defense line. Hence the excellent off-road driving performance.
BMP
BMP BMP
Standard BMP transports eight paratroopers and three crew members. Admittedly, in the cockpit of this car is much more convenient than in a tank. At a decent speed, BMP storms snow parapets and mud potholes. True, it is better not to protrude on the armor: dirt flies from under the caterpillars, and flying branches can whip in the face.
BRDM
BRDM BRDM
