Why the Iraqis had a problem with US tanks at night

Skybird · 07-23-12, 06:27 PM

Okay, not just at night.

It is about the infrared sights - not to be mistaken for the thermal sights or NVGs.

Although SBP is a sim, I read the night sight visuals here are quite realistic, and it gives you an idea of what it was like when you were sitting in a tank on the receiving end of the fight. Those infrared sights are simply - masochistic, compared to modern thermal sights. Nice representation - but you are left chanceless against a modern tank.

These T-72s are really rolling coffins.

This visuals from the infrared illustrate also why tanks at night could get so hilariously close to each other in the 60s and 70s.

07-23-12, 06:27 PM	#1
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,714 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Why the Iraqis had a problem with US tanks at night Okay, not just at night. It is about the infrared sights - not to be mistaken for the thermal sights or NVGs. Although SBP is a sim, I read the night sight visuals here are quite realistic, and it gives you an idea of what it was like when you were sitting in a tank on the receiving end of the fight. Those infrared sights are simply - masochistic, compared to modern thermal sights. Nice representation - but you are left chanceless against a modern tank. These T-72s are really rolling coffins. This visuals from the infrared illustrate also why tanks at night could get so hilariously close to each other in the 60s and 70s. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert. Last edited by Skybird; 07-23-12 at 07:08 PM.

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