![]() The Ariete has a crew of four, a combat weight of 52 tonnes, a maximum speed of 65 km/h, a 550 km range and is able to surmount 60% gradients. It comes mounted with laser rangefinder and a digital fire control system and other advanced technological facilities. The Fire Control System includes a stabilised panoramic periscope, a self stabilized optical sight with IR camera for day and night operations and a digital fire control computer. The gun can fire high explosive and kinetic energy penetration type ammunition from any manufacturer. A 7.62mm machine gun is mounted coaxially to the main armament and up to two MG weapons can be mounted on the turret roof for local and air defence. An Oto Melara 120mm smootn-bore gun is located in the center of the hull which is stabilized on both axes. The Ariete (Italian: Aries, Ram) is a second generation main battle tank characterized by high performances, advanced armour protection and significant firepower.
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