Why was the German Tiger tank of World War II able to knock out every Allied tank then in service, what mix of rounds can the modern French Leclerc tank fire, and why is the state-of-the-art American Abrams such a potent fighting machine? The World's Great Tanks answers all these questions and examines all the other exceptional and innovative tracked armoured vehicles that have graced the battlefield in the twentieth century, from the early designs on the Western Front in World War I to the battle-winning machines which destroyed Iraqi power in 100 hours during the 1991 Gulf War.
Each tank featured in The World's Great Tanks, such as the T-34, Panzer IV, M60, Leopard, and Challenger, is analysed in great detail with reference to its development, design features, and combat history. The World's Great Tanks also compares each model examined to those produced by rival manufacturers and countries.
As well as the detailed and extensive text, The World's Great Tanks is illustrated with 80 full-colour artworks, including many detailed cutaways that let the reader look inside, and 80 colour and black-and-white photographs that bring the world of armoured fighting vehicles to life. In addition, each full-colour artwork is accompanied by a detailed specifications table which lists capabilities such as range, armament, and armour thickness. The World's Great Tanks is a treasure trove of facts, specifications, and illustrative material that will appeal to any military enthusiast.