T-80

The T-80 is a tank that was designed and built in the former Soviet Union. It is a further upgrade of a long line of tanks that stemmed from the T-62 and replaced the T-72. It has had had modest export success being in service with the militarys of 9 other nations besides Russia, the main operator and manufacturer of the T-80. The T-80 has been produced from 1976 on with and estimated production numbers at about 7,000 being built untill 2008.