Challenger 1

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:tank
gptkbp:armament gptkb:120_mm_L11_gun
Fully rotating turret
High level of ballistic protection
gptkbp:armor gptkb:Chobham_armor
Composite armor
gptkbp:bomb_load 3,000 kg
gptkbp:combat_role Frontline combat vehicle
Versatile tactical role
gptkbp:communication gptkb:aircraft
24 V electrical system
gptkbp:countermeasures Smoke grenade dischargers
gptkbp:crew gptkb:4
Extensive training required
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:1984
Used in various conflicts
gptkbp:design Modular design for upgrades
Designed for modern warfare
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Chieftain_12.3_L_V12_diesel_engine
1,200 hp
gptkbp:fire_department Advanced fire control system
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 1,200 liters
gptkbp:height 2.49 m
gptkbp:historical_significance Significant in British military history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Challenger 1
gptkbp:innovation Modernized for current standards
gptkbp:is_effective_against NBC protection system
gptkbp:legacy Influenced future tank designs
gptkbp:location Designed to withstand mines
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Vickers_Defence_Systems
gptkbp:nickname Chally
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkbp:number_built 400
gptkbp:operational_area Used by British Army
gptkbp:operational_range 450 km
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:production_years 1983-1990
gptkbp:range 450 km
gptkbp:retirement_year Replaced by Challenger 2
gptkbp:role Tank warfare
gptkbp:sales Limited international sales
gptkbp:services gptkb:1983
gptkbp:speed 59 km/h
gptkbp:steering Hydraulic steering
gptkbp:strategic_importance Key asset in armored divisions
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Challenger_2
gptkbp:suspension Hydropneumatic suspension
gptkbp:targets Laser rangefinder
gptkbp:transmission Automatic transmission
gptkbp:transportation High mobility for a tank
gptkbp:type gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:upgrades Various upgrades over time
gptkbp:vision Thermal imaging system
gptkbp:weight 62.5 tons
gptkbp:width 3.5 m
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3