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{{Infobox_Gondara_Ground_Vehicle
| name = AV-35-T
| image =
| caption = Tank Variants of the AV-35 Platform
| classification = Unified Armored Tank System
| type = Tracked armored combat vehicle
| origin = Gondara
| manufacturer = Key Weapons Logistics (KWL)
| used_by = [[Army of Gondara]]
| design_date = 1935
| service_entry = 1938
| crew = 4–5 (variant dependent)
| weight = 20–30 tons
| length = 19 ft
| width = 9 ft
| height = ~8 ft
| engine = V8 mechanically supercharged diesel
| transmission = 5-speed manual with low-range gearing
| suspension = Torsion bar
| drive = Tracked
}}

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== Overview ==

The '''AV-35-T''' represents the tank-class combat variants of the AV-35 armored vehicle family.

Rather than fielding multiple independent tank designs, Gondara developed a unified armored system built on a single standardized chassis capable of fulfilling multiple battlefield roles through controlled configuration differences.

The AV-35-T system includes four primary tank variants:

* [[AV-35-LT]] — Light Tank
* [[AV-35-MT]] — Medium Tank
* [[AV-35-HT]] — Heavy Tank
* [[AV-35-TD]] — Tank Destroyer

All variants share a common structural platform, drivetrain, and turret interface.

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== Design Philosophy ==

The AV-35-T follows the Gondaran principle of:

'''System standardization over platform specialization.'''

Core design priorities include:

* Single chassis supporting multiple combat roles
* 90% mechanical commonality across variants
* Simplified logistics and maintenance
* Overbuilt drivetrain rated to maximum configuration
* Modular armor and turret system
* Field adaptability without redesign

The system prioritizes long-term operational efficiency over minimal production cost.

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== Construction ==

All AV-35-T variants share a unified structural layout:

* Front-mounted engine compartment
* Central turret ring (75mm-rated standard)
* Rear ammunition and systems compartment
* Torsion bar suspension
* 6 road wheels per side
* Wide low-pressure track system

The chassis is engineered to support a maximum combat weight of '''30 tons''', allowing all variants to operate within structural limits without drivetrain modification.

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== Armor System ==

The AV-35-T utilizes a modular armor approach:

=== Base Armor ===
* Front: 25mm at 60°
* Sides: 18.75mm at 20°
* Rear: 9.375mm at 20°
* Top: 12.5mm
* Floor: 12.5mm center tapering to 6.25mm edges

The hull floor is constructed with a shallow V-shape to deflect mine blast energy outward.

=== Expansion Armor System ===
All vehicles are constructed with integrated structural mounting frames allowing field installation of additional armor:

* 6.25mm standoff frame
* 12.5mm external plate

This creates a spaced armor system improving resistance against kinetic and shaped threats.

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== Turret System ==

The AV-35 platform uses a standardized turret ring designed to accept a '''75mm high-velocity cannon'''.

Smaller weapon systems are mounted using adapter rings.

This allows:

* Rapid turret interchangeability
* Future-proof weapon integration
* Elimination of multiple turret standards

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== Amphibious Capability ==

Amphibious capability is limited to lower-weight variants:

'''Amphibious:'''
* AV-35-LT
* AV-35-TD

'''Not Amphibious:'''
* AV-35-MT
* AV-35-HT

Field testing demonstrated that removal of the turret allows the base hull to achieve flotation for controlled water crossing under engineering support.

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== Variants ==

=== AV-35-LT — Light Tank ===

* Weight: ~20 tons
* Armament: 56.25mm high-velocity cannon
* Armor: Base configuration
* Amphibious: Yes

The LT serves as the base combat configuration and is optimized for mobility, rapid deployment, and immediate combat readiness.

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=== AV-35-MT — Medium Tank ===

* Weight: ~24–25 tons
* Armament: 56.25mm high-velocity cannon
* Armor: Expansion spaced armor
* Amphibious: No

The MT represents the standard frontline configuration after field reinforcement.

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=== AV-35-HT — Heavy Tank ===

* Weight: ~30 tons
* Armament: 75mm high-velocity cannon
* Armor: Expansion spaced armor
* Amphibious: No

The HT serves as the primary anti-armor and breakthrough variant.

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=== AV-35-TD — Tank Destroyer ===

* Weight: ~20–22 tons
* Armament: 75mm high-velocity cannon
* Armor: Base configuration
* Amphibious: Yes

The TD provides high firepower at reduced weight and is used for rapid anti-armor deployment.

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== Operational Role ==

The AV-35-T system functions as Gondara’s primary armored combat platform, supporting:

* Breakthrough operations
* Anti-armor engagement
* Mobile fire support
* Rapid deployment of armored force

Variants are deployed according to logistical availability and battlefield requirements rather than rigid unit assignment.

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== Summary ==

The AV-35-T system represents a unified approach to armored warfare, replacing multiple specialized tank classes with a single adaptable platform capable of evolving from light deployment configuration to full heavy combat capability.

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[[Category:Gondaran Military Equipment]]
[[Category:Armored Vehicles]]
[[Category:Tracked Vehicles]]

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