T72M was basically a T72 without the TPD249 coïncidence range finder (the one with a second visual slot on the right side of the turret) but with the T72A TPDK1 laser range finder (only one slot on the left hand side of the turret above the gunner station) The T72M turret was the one with the frontal slopped armorThe T72A model, introduced in 1979, proved to be a major update to the T72 tank Improvements included an added laser rangefinder, an electronic fire control, a new side skirt design, smoke grenade dischargers, and ceramic rod composite armor to reinforce the turretZvezda Models T72A Soviet Main Battle Tank Brand Zvezda Models 46 out of 5 stars 4 ratings List Price $3299 Price $2990 & FREE Shipping Details & FREE Returns

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