Pakistan's premier 3rd-generation MBT, developed in collaboration with NORINCO China. The Al-Khalid 1 represents the backbone of Pakistan Army's mechanised strike force with state-of-the-art fire control, mobility, and protection systems that meet global MBT standards.
Combat Weight46–48 ton
Crew3
Cruising Range400 km
Power-to-Weight Ratio18.3 kW/t
Mean Maximum Pressure~270 kN/m²
Engine (6TD-II)882 kW (1200 hp)
CoolingWater Cooled
FuelDiesel (Multiple Fuel)
TransmissionHydraulically Operated Manual Shift; Multiple Reverse Speed Pivot/Skid Planetary
Max Speed70 km/h
Acceleration0–32 km/h in 10–12 sec
Trench Crossing> 2.7 m
Obstacle Crossing> 0.85 m
Gradient / Side Slope60% / 40%
Main Gun125mm Smooth Bore, Chrome Plated Autofrettaged; Split-Type APFSDS, HEAT, HE
Co-Axial MG7.62mm
AAMG12.7mm RCWS with Auto-Tracking
On-Board Ammunition48 rounds
Auto Loader TypeCircular Carousel (Cassette Type)
Auto Loader Capacity22 rounds
Loading Rate6–8 rounds/min
Auto Loader ControlSolid State
Commander SightPanoramic Bi-Axis Stabilized; LRF, 2nd Gen IIT; Hunter-Killer & Override
Commander Sight — MagnificationDual 6× to 10×
Commander Sight — FOV10° to 6°
Gunner Sight (HMSS)Independent Bi-Axis; Image-Stabilized (Day)
HMSS — MagnificationDual 6× to 10×
HMSS — FOV10° to 6°
Auto Tracker — Tracking Error< 0.1 mils
Auto Tracker — InterfaceGunner & TI Sight
Auto Tracker — Target LockingAuto / Manual
Key Features & Capabilities
- Integrated Battlefield Management System
- Air Conditioner
- Auxiliary Power Unit
- Improved Muzzle Reference System
- FDU Refueling Rate (70 + 10 L/min)
- Multi-Fuel (Diesel, Petrol, Kerosene Oil)
- Torque Multiplier Track Adjuster
- Digital Driver Panel
- Solid State Auto Loader (SSAL)
- Fire Extinguishing & Explosion Suppression
- Thermal Smoke
- Improved Radiation Detector
- Armour Protection (ERA)
- Driver's Night Vision Devices (TI Based)