China did not import the system from the USSR in 1950s, but rather acquired it from Iraq in the early 1980s. To meet Iraq's production order, NORICO attempted to manufacture a copy with the improved chassis of Type 69-II tank produced by IMFMW (Inner Mongoolia First Machinery Work, the only tank manufacturer in China. Several Type-80s were tested by the PLA.
Specifications | |
| Crew | 6 |
| Armamament | 2x 57mm cannon |
| Ammunition | 316 x 57mm |
| Length | 6.22 m |
| Width | 3.27m |
| Height | 2.75 m |
| Weight | 28,100 kg |
| Engine | Model V-54, V-12 water cooled diesel developing 520hp at 2,000rpm |
| Max Road Speed | 50 kmh |
| Gradient | 60% |
| Side Slope | 30% |
| Fuel Capacity | 812 lit |
| Max Range | 420 km |
| Fording | 1.4 m |
| Verticle Obstacle | 0.8 m |
| Trench | 2.7 m |
| Armor | Steel (15 mm - max) |
| NBC System | No |
| Night Vision Equipment | Yes(driver only) |
