What is it1 tank?

The IT-1 Tank was a Soviet missile tank designed in the 1960s. It was the first tank to have an anti-tank guided missile system integrated into its turret. The missile system was capable of firing missiles up to a range of three kilometers, making it an effective weapon against enemy tanks from a safe distance.

The IT-1 tank was designed as a response to the growing threat of Western tanks equipped with advanced composite armor. The missile system used on the IT-1 could penetrate this armor, making it a formidable opponent on the battlefield.

The IT-1 had a crew of four and was powered by a gas turbine engine, giving it a top speed of 50 km/h. It had a main gun that could fire both conventional ammunition and guided missiles, as well as a secondary machine gun. The tank also had advanced fire control systems and a stabilizer for firing on the move.

Despite its advanced technology, the IT-1 had some drawbacks. Its missile system was slow to reload, and the missile launcher itself made the tank top-heavy and unstable. The tank also had a limited range due to its high fuel consumption.

The IT-1 saw limited use in combat, serving in Soviet units during the Vietnam War and in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. It was retired from service in the Soviet Union in the 1980s. Today, a few IT-1 tanks can be found in museums and private collections.