Tank origin

The Type 59D, also known as the WZ-120D, was a modernization specification for the Type 59. Additions include the ability to mount FY-1 and FY-2 Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA), an updated version of the 105 mm gun, passive night vision and a new fire control system and gun stabilization. The Type 59P is the export version of the Type 59D, which is also produced under license as the Al-Zubair 2 in Sudan.