Siheyuan: I am a trader in both worlds!

Chapter 326 The Dagger is Revealed When the Map is Unfolded

"What? The Type 59 is used as a target for testing new weapons? Every time a new weapon is developed, the Type 59 is basically taken out for a spin to test its power. It's almost become a routine! No, we're talking about a real battle! This is a tank, it's very, very expensive! What if it gets damaged?!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Ling's voice rose eight octaves, and she appeared extremely excited.

Ximen Lang was speechless.

"So what if it gets damaged? Besides, that's exactly what we need. Otherwise, how do you get real-world data on the new weapon?"

"But these Type 59s were still perfectly fine, and you just ruined them like this. Aren't you heartbroken?!"

"Real combat data, real combat data, of course we must strive for authenticity, of course we must use good tanks to test it, otherwise what is the point of calling it real combat?"

As for whether or not he will feel sorry for her.
"Actually, when I first learned that the 59 tank was being used as a target for testing new weapons, I felt the same way you did. I also thought they went too far and didn't take the tank seriously at all."

"But when I learned about the number of Type 59s and the exorbitant price required to scrap one, I immediately changed my mind! Hmm, it's more cost-effective to just wreck it with one shot!"

In fact, this is also a helpless move.

There's nothing we can do about it; there are just too many 59s in circulation.

The number is as high as several thousand vehicles!

The price for scrapping a 59 is extremely high! (I couldn't find the exact price, but it's definitely not cheap.)
There's no other way but to let the veteran comrades contribute their remaining energy and act as punching bags for the new comrades.

Of course, another important reason is that the Type 59, which is extremely robust and durable, is just too suitable as a target for testing the power of new weapons.

Its performance in every aspect seems tailor-made for testing the power of new weapons!

He's practically a born target man!
Its structure and armor design are highly representative among target vehicles!
In addition, the price is extremely low, and I just happen to have that many 59s on hand, so I can use them right away.

Therefore, it is not surprising that it would be used as a target vehicle to test the power of new weapons.

As for Bai Ling's constant talk about using the exit to solve the problem...
"Come on, what era are we living in?! Who would spend hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars on such an old relic? With that money, I could add a little more and buy a better one, wouldn't that be better? Why hang myself on this tree?"

"And there are some families that are really struggling financially and can't afford better tanks, so they have to look to buyers of the Type 59. If their families are already in such a difficult situation, do you think they can handle such a large order?"

“Purchasing small batches of dozens or hundreds of vehicles is simply not enough. They take up too much space in the warehouse, and we have to spend extra money on maintenance and storage. In such cases, it’s better to just destroy them all and save money.”

Bai Ling and the others were so taken aback that they didn't know what to say.

One can only marvel at how incomprehensible the world of the rich is.

Then, as the group went deeper into the area, their attention was immediately drawn to the ten Type 99A tanks that were surrounded by rows of Type 59 tanks, with the Type 99A tanks firmly in the center.

These ten Type 99A tanks were noticeably larger than Type 59 tanks, with towering gun barrels that were both thick and long.

I was so overwhelmed by the magnificent presence of the 99A that I was speechless for a moment.

Just as everyone was completely absorbed in the moment, Ximen Lang's introduction began at the opportune moment.

"Didn't I just tell you that the Type 59 was used as a target for testing the power of new weapons back home? Well, here it is, the most representative of those new weapons and equipment! Our current main battle tank, the Type 99A, is a first-class, even top-tier, heavy tank worldwide! It's a truly more ruthless and ferocious super-rogue than the Type 59!" "As for why I describe it this way... it's simple, I'll read you its parameters, and you'll understand why I describe it this way!"

Then, Simon Lang explained the parameters of the 99A to everyone.

"The Type 99A main battle tank has a combat weight of 55 tons, a length of 7.6 meters, a width of 3.5 meters, and a height of 2.37 meters. Not only is it significantly larger than the Type 59, but its weight is also more than 20 tons greater! It's almost twice as heavy!"

"Do you know why it's so heavy? That's right, almost all of that extra weight has been put into defense! The Type 59 is powerful enough, right? But even so, its front end is only fitted with 200 millimeters of homogeneous steel armor."

"But this one has armor that's more than five times thicker than the Type 59! It's so thick that it's over a meter thick! Ordinary armor-piercing bullets hitting it are like a tickle, they don't hurt at all!"

"But even so, that's still not the most terrifying thing! The most terrifying thing is that despite its enormous weight, its maneuverability is by no means inferior. It leaves the Type 59 far behind, reaching a terrifying 80 kilometers per hour!"

"Let me put it this way, you can even race people on the highway with it! Even in off-road conditions, the speed won't be lower than 60 kilometers per hour! Isn't that awesome and powerful?!"

"Furthermore, it's not even in the same league as the Type 59. It boasts high precision, a high rate of fire, a fire control system capable of firing various types of munitions, and information-based combat capabilities including battlefield situation sharing, coordinated offense and defense, status monitoring, and system reconfiguration."

"Compared to it, 59 is like a caveman. Don't you think it's a scoundrel?"

It's no exaggeration to say that these exaggerated parameters, super performance, and information warfare capabilities that sound like gibberish left Lao Luo and Bai Ling completely dumbfounded.

In a flash, she changed her attitude. Just a moment ago, she was my sweetheart and darling, but immediately she became a bitter old hag.

Unfortunately, before Lao Luo and Bai Ling could even tentatively ask if they could get a batch of such equipment, they were left waiting.

Ximen Lang ruthlessly shattered their illusions.

"I know what you're thinking, but I still have to advise you, don't even think about it. You can't afford to play with 99A, and you can't play with it."

"It's not just because we lack the foundation for information warfare; we simply don't have it, so it can't perform to its full potential!"

"Moreover, it's because of its exorbitant cost. Unlike the Type 59, which only costs around $80, the Type 99A can easily reach 2000 million RMB in cost alone!"

"If the configuration is maxed out, it can easily reach 2500 million, or even 3000 million! One car costs 3000 million! How can you afford to buy one that expensive?"

"Not to mention, like the 191 rifle and the PF89B grenade launcher, these were specially allocated to me to ensure my safety."

"In other words, this equipment can only be used to protect my safety and cannot be used for any other purpose. Otherwise..."

It was like a bucket of cold water being poured over their heads, completely chilling Lao Luo and his team.

The atmosphere had just reached the point where things were getting right.

Changing the subject abruptly, Ximen Lang revealed his true intentions.

"Of course, there are always exceptions. If, of course, I mean if, you are willing to make some appropriate concessions, like giving up the seed market, and relinquishing some of your own interests."

"Especially some sensitive and crucial core interests, hand them over to Yi Yi. Let alone the Type 99A, even the latest fourth-generation tanks, or even aircraft carriers! If you want them, it's just a matter of saying the word!"

(End of this chapter)