Hello,

after I have seen some T-80 projects in this forum, I think to build one, too.

But I am a bit confused.
The Reasons:

-What are the differences between a T-80BV and a T-80u 1985? In this context, can I use Sp-Designs T-80u 1985 for a T-80BV. (Only the outer notes)

- Steven Zaloga speaks in his book "T-64 and T-80" from a T-80BV. Could it be that it is a T-80U 1985? In his book about the T-72 he spoke of a T-72M2, but today it is called T-72B. (I think, the books are from 80s or from the beginning of 90s). Maybe the names has been changed?

- If I want to build a T-80u, that was used at soviet times, like in the 4th Guards Kantemirovets, can I use the SP-Designs kit T-80U m93/94?(zagola, T-64 and T-80)

-Did the soviets stationed T-80U or UD in east germany? I saw only photos of
In genral, my goal is the same like on my T72B, a soviet tank. My source is S.Zagola T-64 and T-80. Are there other good sources for Soviet T-80??
Maybe of T-80Ud and so on.


Thanks for your help,

best regards,

Moritz

Hello,

I am sorry, I overlook Jacques Duquette very nice overview on his homepage so that some question will reply itself. But finally I need some support especially at the conversion sets!

Moritz

I have reworked my T-80 Builders page here:

T-80 Overview

It has not been refined yet, but it should give you the information you want.

Great info, Jacques.

Thanks!

Hello,

thank you for your information!

When I read correctly, there are two differences between a T-80U (soviet time) and the version m93/94, so that I can risk it to make the 93/34 to Soviet T-80U.

The possibilities for a T-80BV sounds not so good! I have built the Dragon kit several years ago and ...mhh. Maybe I will make a further start.

Best regards

Moritz

I would wait on the T-80B. Sergej will be doing a conversion sometime, just not sure when, probably in a year or two. Sorry I cannot be more specific.

Hello,

that is good to hear!!!!!

But I think I will take the T80 m93/94 and will make the small chaneges for a soviet one!!! In one year there will be my next T80!!!

Thanks a lot and Best regards

Moritz