Why Some Russian Tanks Explode Spectacularly & Throw Their Turrets In The Air When Hit
Operating a tank in any military is a risky job, but the lack of a certain safety feature in certain Russian tank makes it considerably more dangerous.
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Which Tanks Were Used In Desert Storm's Violent Battle Of 73 Easting?
While it wasn't the biggest or the last tank battle of the 20th century, 73 Easting played an important part in bringing the Gulf War to a close.
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Why The US Military's M103 Heavy Tank Never Received A Name
The upgraded M4 Sherman was known as the Firefly, while the M4A3E8 Sherman was known as "Easy 8." The M103 heavy tank, however, never received a nickname.
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Who Makes China's Tanks And Where Are They Made?
China’s tanks are central to its military strategy, but production is tightly controlled. Here’s what to know about the companies and factories behind them.
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Why The US Army Parks Thousands Of Tanks In The California Desert
When the U.S. military doesn't have need for certain vehicles, it parks them in the middle of the Mojave desert in California. There's a good reason for this.
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Do Modern Tanks Have Air Conditioning?
Car air conditioning has been around since the 1940s, but what about military vehicles? With so many tanks deployed in hot climates, are they air conditioned?
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How Many Tanks Does Russia Have Left?
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has cost it a significant amount of resources, including tanks. To make matters worse, the nation's rate of production is lacking.
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The 5 Most Important Allied Tanks In WW2 History
German Tiger tanks are famed for size, power, and armor, but British, American, and Soviet tanks took the fight to the Third Reich — and won.
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Do US Military Humvees Use Diesel Engines?
You might be surprised to hear how the U.S. military keeps this ground combat vehicle fueled in the field.
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This Modern Innovation Can Save Tank Crew Members If An M1 Abrams Explodes
Tanks are magnificent machines that offer tons of protection for their occupants, though it's not just armor that keeps them safe. There are new advancements.
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The History Of Germany's WW1 A7V Sturmpanzerwagen - The World's Rarest Tank
The rarest tank in the world is more of a victim of circumstance than any kind of standout military vehicle. The A7V Sturmpanzerwagen simply deployed too late.
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Why The US Chose Turbines Over Diesel Engines For Its M1 Abrams Tanks
Despite army preference for a GM diesel-powered tank, political lobbying and interference led to Chrysler's turbine-engined tank being chosen for the Abrams.
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How The US Army Builds Bridges That Can Carry Tanks In A Matter Of Minutes
Rivers often serve as natural barriers in combat. However, the U.S. Army can build bridges that allow tanks to cross them in a matter of minutes.
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5 Of The Newest British-Made Jet Fighters, Ranked By Top Speed
From supersonic solo projects to multi-nation collaborations, here are five of the newest fighter jets the United Kingdom has brought to the skies.
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Armored Coffin: What Made Russia's T-35 One Of The Worst Tanks Ever Made
The Soviet T-35 was a massive, multi-turreted mechanical monster, but it was also slow, prone to mechanical failure, and was ineffective on the battlefield.
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Where Are M1 Abrams Tanks Built And Who Makes Them?
The American military's M1 Abrams has for decades topped the list of the world's best battle tanks. Here's who makes this powerful and enduring tank, and where.
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What Was The German Military's Answer To The US Jeep In World War 2?
Germany's take on the U.S. Jeep, designed by Ferdinand Porsche, was a light military vehicle used in World War 2 that had a similar battlefield role.
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Why Did The M4 Sherman Tank Come With So Many Different Engine Options?
During World War II, wartime ordnance required an accelerated production of Sherman tanks and their mechanicals, so the U.S. army needed to be flexible.
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Which Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Did The US Military Use In WW2?
Tanks and airplanes get all the glory when it comes to military vehicles, but Harley-Davidson produced a specific motorcycle during World War II for the Allies.
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What Made The Ford GAA V8 Such An Iconic Engine For Its Time?
Though the EcoBoost and Coyote are notable engines in Ford's history, the GAA V8 is another fascinating one. What made it so iconic for its time?
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How Many Variants Did The M4 Sherman Tank Have & Why Were There So Many?
The M4 Sherman wasn't just a one and done, there were several variants and alterations for the tank. How many different Shermans were out there?
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What Vehicle Did The US Military Use After The Jeep? (It Wasn't The Humvee)
The Jeep is arguably the U.S. military's greatest contribution to modern warfare, but its run eventually came to an end. Here's the vehicle that came after it.
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13 Of The Oldest Tanks Still In Service Today, Ranked By Age
The concept of battle tanks isn't much more than a century old, and these examples from around the world may have served for too many of those years.
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What Does The US Military Do With Its Old Tanks And Armored Vehicles?
There are a few paths for tanks and armored vehicles after the military retires them. In some cases, they continue serving the country, just in a different way.
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Can The US Military's Mini C-130 Fly? Here's Where It's Used
The United States Air Force makes use of a miniature C-130 cargo plane on a regular basis, but it has a different role from its larger counterpart.
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How The US Military Plans To Deal With Drones Using Its Tanks
Drones can be effective against tanks, but the U.S. has plans for how its tanks can both protect themselves against the little machines and shoot them down.
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How Cheap Military Drones Became The Scourge Of Multimillion-Dollar Tanks
Tanks are one of the most intimidating weapons in any military's arsenal, but they may be outgunned by these considerably smaller remote-controlled weapons.
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