How POWERFUL is MBT-2000 Tanks of Bangladesh Army???

Bangladesh Army bought 44 Main Battle Tank – 2000 or the MBT-2000 tanks from China in 2011. This battle tank was developed jointly by China & Pakistan Army. It is also known the “Al-Khalid Tank”, named after the 7th century Muslim general Khalid-Ibn al-Walid. 

MBT-2000 has a great fire power in contrast with its reduced weight. It can be deployed for nigh fight as it is fitted with the thermal imaging systems. A 125mm smoothbore gun is the main armament of the tank, while a 12.7mm heavy machine gun & a 7.62mm remote operated machine gun are available.