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::*Unmanned version of T-72B3M is (as of December 2018) under development.<ref name="urlRobotized T-72s in Russia? - Defense Update:">{{cite web |url=https://defense-update.com/20181209_robotized_tanks.html |title=Robotized T-72s in Russia? - Defense Update |date=9 December 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181222082051/https://defense-update.com/20181209_robotized_tanks.html |archive-date=22 December 2018 |url-status=live}}</ref>
:*'''T-72B3M obr.2022''': It is the most recent upgrade of the T-72B3, based on combat experience gained during the [[2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine]]. New TKN-3TP commander`s sight with thermal vision (range 3000 m) is installed. New TVK-2 driver's dual channel sight (night vision 250 m). The tank is fitted with the same armament as the previous obr. 2016 model, however its protection has been enhanced. Previously, the back of the turret was without any additional protection and now there are metal boxes with Relikt [[explosive reactive armour]] (ERA). Lower parts of the turret are covered by a metal net designed to improve protection against [[rocket-propelled grenade]]s, similar to that of the [[T-90]]M. Additional Kontakt-5 blocks installed right and left of the gun mantlet as well as on the turret top. The void in ERA coverage caused by the smoke grenade dischargers on the turret is now protected by Kontakt-1 ERA. Lower frontal hull plate is now covered with Kontakt-1 ERA. Relikt ERA plates are covering entire length of the chassis, fender/idler area and also attached to cage armor over engine compartment. Mechanism to open the armored protection panel for the Sosna-U sighting system is added, replacing the previous configuration which used bolts that had to be unscrewed manually before combat.<ref>{{cite web |title=Russia strives to modernize its T-72B3 tanks |url=https://mil.in.ua/en/news/russia-strives-to-modernize-its-t-72b3-tanks/ |website=mil.in.ua |date=6 November 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_december_2022_global_security_army_industry/russian_army_receives_new_improved_t-72b3m_tanks_fitted_with_new_armor.html|title=Russian army receives new improved T-72B3M tanks fitted with new armor|website=armyrecognition.com|date=7 December 2022}}</ref>
:*'''T-72B3A (2024)''': Basically, this is previously described model T-72B3M obr. 2022 with fully functional active protection system (APS) Sovershenstvo-A and experimental electronic warfare station Volnorez for disrupting /jamming enemy drones.
*'''T-72BM Obr. 2023''': mobilization model, produced by overhauling and upgrading existing 30+ years old T-72BV and T-72BA tanks during regular maintenance in armor repair plants. The purpose was to unify different models in order to simplify supply lines. There is brand new dual channel TKN-3TP commander`s sight with thermal vision range 3000 m. New 1PN96MT-02 gunner`s sight (thermal vision range 3500 m, laser rangefinder, ballistic computer) coupled with the old TPD-K1 sight (day channel, ATGM guidance, laser rangefinder 4000 m). Combination of Kontakt-5, 4S24 and Relikt ERA all-around vehicle copied from T-72B3M obr.2022. Anti-RPG net below the turret. These vehicles were made without crosswind sensor and Sosna-U sight because of increased production during the war. Everything else was upgraded to the level of basic T-72B3 (main gun 2A46M-2, gun stabilizer 2E42-4, fire control system 1A40-4, driver's sight TVN-5, steering system, twin-pin tracks, 1000 hp engine, frontal floor plate reinforced against mines, driver seat suspended from the ceiling).<ref>{{cite web |title=Ukraine Situation Report: Russian Tanks Reverting To Cold War Thermal Sights |url=https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/ukraine-situation-report-russian-tanks-reverting-to-cold-war-thermal-sights |date=23 February 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231215203919/https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/ukraine-situation-report-russian-tanks-reverting-to-cold-war-thermal-sights |archive-date=15 December 2023 |url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web| title=Russia Is Refitting Old T-72 Tanks For The War In Ukraine. But It’s Running Out Of Optics. |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidaxe/2023/01/28/russia-is-refitting-old-t-72-tanks-for-the-war-in-ukraine-but-its-running-out-of-optics-for-their-crews/?shɧf62e1422eb5 |date=28 January 2023}}</ref>
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