Iran unveiled its newest, domestically manufactured main battle tank (MBT) Karrar on 12 March, stating that the MBT is ready for mass production. Reportedly, the tank has advanced weapons sytems along with an electro-optical fire control system, a laser rangefinder, and a ballistic computer. Iranian Defence Minister Brig. Gen. Hossein Dehqan emphasized his confidence in the tank during its unveiling ceremony, saying that Karrar could compete with the most advanced tanks in the world in three main areas: power, precision and mobility.