The Great Encyclopedia. Tanks and Armored Vehicles

The book presents various samples of tanks and armored vehicles created by designers from different countries, — from clumsy prototypes of World War I to the latest main battle tanks and robotic systems — unique armored "tracked computers". Since their appearance on the battlefields, armored vehicles have represented a formidable force capable of determining the outcome of any battle. This edition traces the evolution of world tank construction from the first prototypes of armored vehicles to the latest models. The description of each unit includes the history of its creation and combat use, while vivid illustrations, design diagrams, and tactical and technical characteristics provide insight into the capabilities of modern main battle tanks, self-propelled artillery, infantry fighting vehicles, and airborne combat vehicles, as well as their predecessors during global and local armed conflicts.