The T-90 with an 840 hp (630 kW) engine went into low-level production in 1993, based on a prototype designated T-88. It features a new generation of Kontakt-5 explosive reactive armor on its hull and turret. Of conventional layout, the T-90 represents a major upgrade to every system in the T-72, including the main gun. The T-90S have been identified as an export model. The references to a T-90E appear to be unsubstantiated.The T-90 is fitted with a "three-tiered" protection system: the first tier is the composite armor in the turret, the second tier is third generation Kontakt-5 ERA and the third tier is a Shtora-1 countermeasures suite.
- Over 1620 parts
- Kit w/refined detail
- Multi-slide molded lower hull, turret
- Individual tracks
- Photo-etched parts included