: Testing Directly with the Largest Caliber

The Yanjing Military Equipment Department, a technical group office filled with all kinds of documents and instruments.

Yu Xian and several other technical experts were intently studying the various structural blueprints and models of the Type 99A main battle tank, occasionally letting out exclamations of surprise.

Yu Xian held a magnifying glass, staring intently at the blueprints. After a long while, his eyes began to ache unbearably. He took off his glasses and rubbed his tired eyes.

"The technology behind the Type 99A main battle tank is simply amazing. If it can be realized, we won't have to worry about tank development for the next 20 years!"

Yu Xian sighed, his voice filled with undisguised admiration.

The other technical experts nodded in agreement.

"Yes, just looking at this digital fire control system is enough to leave other countries far behind. If we can really develop this, it's not impossible for our Dragon Nation's army to dominate the world!"

"That's right. This digital fire control system can not only aim autonomously, but also maintain the artillery's high stability while moving, accurately hitting enemy targets. This one technology alone will keep us busy studying for many years!"

"Not to mention the high-end technologies such as laser rangefinders and thermal imaging displays, which I estimate only a military superpower like the United States can handle."

Everyone chimed in, praising the advanced technology of the Type 99A main battle tank.

Just then, the office door was pushed open.

Everyone was startled and turned to look. They saw Zhou Liejin standing outside the door, his face beaming with excitement.

"Minister, what brings you here?"

Yu Xian quickly put his glasses back on and asked Zhou Liejin with a puzzled look, "Has something gone wrong with the Type 80 tank production line again?"

Zhou Liejin's lips curled up slightly, revealing a mysterious smile:

"Didn't you make a bet with Wu Zu? He's already developed the composite armor and is waiting for us to come and see the test results!"

Zhou Liejin's words were like a bombshell, instantly causing a stir among the crowd, and everyone present gasped in shock.

"What? It's done already?"

"No way, I remember it's only been two days. How could it be finished in two days?"

"That's incredible! Two days! Just preparing the materials alone would be a huge challenge!"

Everyone was talking at once, their faces full of disbelief.

Yu Xian strained his already small eyes, as if trying to see right through Zhou Liejin, and asked incredulously, "Minister, you're not joking with us, are you?"

Zhou Liejin snorted and said irritably, "Do I look like the kind of person who's just messing around with you guys? Hurry up, everyone's waiting!"

The technical experts exchanged glances, and without saying a word, they took off running outside.

Just kidding, if composite armor were actually successfully developed, the Type 80 tank would definitely have to be shut down.

After all, the defensive capabilities of composite armor are worlds apart from those of ordinary alloy armor.

Once the composite armor is successfully developed, the combat effectiveness of the Chinese army will be greatly enhanced, which is a major event concerning the country's military strength.

The group split into several cars and sped along the road, arriving at the Yanjing Arsenal in a hurry.

The test site was already packed with people, and a group of technicians were busy running around.

When they saw Yu Xian and his group arrive, they quickly made way for them.

Yu Xian and the others squeezed through the crowd and saw several people carefully installing the composite armor made by Wu Zu onto a sturdy frame.

Nearby, someone was laboriously carrying over a test cannon and several shells; all preparations were proceeding in an orderly manner.

The scene was bustling with people, and the crowd was growing larger as everyone eagerly anticipated the upcoming test.

Yu Xian nervously swallowed and exchanged a glance with several technical experts around him.

"Wow, this kid actually made the composite armor."

"Old Yu, does the bet you made before still stand?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Liejin raised an eyebrow slightly and asked curiously, "What bet? I didn't know about it?"

"That day, Lao Yu said that if Wu Zu could make the composite armor, he would perform a handstand for everyone. Haha, I can't wait to see it now."

As soon as he said that, everyone around him burst into laughter.

Imagine a 200-pound fat man performing a handstand; the scene is so comical it's unimaginable.

The crowd continued to push their way through, and Wu Zu saw them approaching.

"Everything is ready. Shall we begin the test?"

Zhou Liejin looked at the seemingly unremarkable composite armor in the distance, feeling both excited and worried. He couldn't help but lean closer to Wu Zu and whispered:

"Ah Zu, how confident are you that you can succeed?"

Wu Zu pondered for a moment, "Let's be conservative and say I'm 99% sure."

Upon hearing this, those around him cast surprised glances.

Well, you've got quite the big mouth, buddy!

If we're being conservative, it's 99%. If we're being generous, could it be 200%?

Everyone muttered to themselves, shaking their heads and sighing, while looking forward to the next test even more.

Zhou Liejin glanced at the 120mm cannon next to him and felt a little uneasy.

"Isn't it a bit too ambitious to start with such a large-caliber cannon? How about we try a smaller-caliber cannon instead?"

Yu Xian and several other experts nodded in agreement.

"Yes, we should start testing with smaller calibers to more comprehensively test the performance of this composite armor."

Wu Zu waved his hand: "No need. If it can't even withstand a 120mm caliber ordinary shell, then it means that this composite armor is simply not up to standard. There's no need to waste any more time."

Everyone was stunned when they heard Wu Zu's words.

Goodness, I thought he was already pretty arrogant when he said he was 99% sure, but now it seems like this is real arrogance!

If they start by testing with a standard 120mm shell, and it gets shattered instantly, they'll lose face big time.

Zhou Liejin frowned and whispered to Wu Zu again, "Zu, why don't you consider a smaller caliber one? An 80mm cannon is quite powerful."

"No need, just go for 120mm caliber!"

Wu Zu remained resolute and unwavering.

"Hiss~" Zhou Liejin said helplessly, "Why did you insist on using the largest caliber for testing directly, without considering phased testing?"

Wu Zu turned his head and glanced in the direction of the cafeteria, then said with righteous indignation:

"I heard the cafeteria is serving pork and vermicelli stew with green beans today. If I keep dawdling like this, I won't get to eat this hot dish today."

Upon hearing this, everyone present was speechless, their faces a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

What a foodie...

Then, the gunner looked at Zhou Liejin and waited for his instructions.

Zhou Liejin sighed helplessly and nodded: "Then let's begin!"

Everyone hurriedly retreated to the safe zone, their eyes fixed on the composite armor in front of them, not daring to breathe, as if time had frozen at that moment.

As the gunner pulled the gun rope with all his might.

"boom!"

A dazzling burst of fire erupted from the cannon muzzle, and the shell hurtled out like a meteor, flying straight toward the composite armor.

Under the tense gaze of everyone, a sudden flash of light appeared on the surface of the composite armor...