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Merkava Main Battle Tank - MKs I, II, & III

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: New Vanguard - Tanks - Japanese, Israeli & Russian

Last Stocked on 5/23/2020

Product Info

Title
Merkava Main Battle Tank - MKs I, II, & III
Publisher
Category
Author
Samual Katz
Publish Year
2001
Pages
48
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
690813082
MFG. Part #
OSPNVG021
Type
Softcover
Series
NVG21

Description

The Merkava, or Chariot, was the first tank entirely designed and built by the Israeli Army. The IDF had previously been using a variety of vehicles, acquired from various sources, including in particular the Sherman and Centurion. The Merkava was designed specifically for the type of warfare and opponents that Israel faced. The resulting tank was heavily armored and packed a powerful 105mm main gun backed up with a digital fire control system and laser range-finder. This title examines the development and deployment of the Merkava, investigating the changing technical aspects of the various marks, creating a useful and comprehensive study of Israel’s most formidable tank.