Bat-Chat - Batignolles-Chatillon Char 25T - Walkaround - Saumur tank Museum.

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Batignolles-Chatillon Char 25T
was a French experimental medium tank,
developed by Batignolles-Chatillon

in the 1950s.
it had a 90mm F cannon similar
to the one used by the ARL 44. and was operated
by a 4 man crew.

Only two prototypes were produced, but the Bat-Chat
suffered many issues that led ultimately to
its cancellation, Some of the technology
of the Bat-Chat was used on other
French tanks like the AMX 30.
Since the project was abandoned, the sole survivor
was sent to Saumur Museum.
Stored outside and despite limited access,
it was photographed in 2004 with a spotted camouflage and
photos are largely available on the net.
However, after ten years of neglect,
it was fast deteriorating,
creating quite a stir notably with WoT enthusiasts
not to mention French associations.
It was announced to be restored in 2016 after
donations .
(source tanks-encyclopedia.com)

It was placed on display
in a covered area together with an AMX-13
and ELC AMX prototype.
Today it has been placed in storage a year ago.

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