In Vietnam, US Army/Marine Corps M48 Patton medium tanks were built from solid cast/wielded steel (no rivets and no plates). The brand new M551 Sheridan tanks had aluminum hulls and steel turrets and guns.
Wood was never used in the construction of army tanks.
Russia has 21,790 tanks and world s' largest tank army.
Up until the end of the Vietnam War, tanks were constructed of homogenious steel (cast/molded one piece armor).
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According to Nation Master, as of 2013 there were 662 main battle tanks in the Bangladeshi army.
Let's see, an army armed with spears vs an army armed with tanks. I'll take the tanks.
Amy tanks do NOT have chained wheels. Tanks are tread laying machines.
On The Tank Museum's website, there is a wealth of history on tanks including videos one can watch. There are numerous stories one can read and learn about army tanks and the different battles they have been used in. There are many YouTube videos on army tanks as well.
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Wheels might get shot out and tracks make it easier for the tank to go over rough land
Army tanks are primarily made from high-strength steel or composite materials designed to withstand ballistic impacts. The armor plating is often layered and may include materials like ceramics or reactive armor to enhance protection against various threats. Additionally, some tanks incorporate lightweight materials, such as aluminum or advanced composites, to improve mobility without sacrificing durability.