The IMI Merkava IV is one of the most armored tanks in the world, with an unusual design, where the engine is in the front of the tank, providing the crew with added protection and increased survivability. It is the principal main battle tank of the United States and has been also sold to Egypt, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Australia. The M1 Abrams entered service in 1980 and has only seen action in the 1991 Gulf War. It is battle-proven, seeing action in Kosovo and Afghanistan. One of the best tanks in the world, the Leopard 2 is equipped with the same type of gun as the M1 Abrams. Main armament: 120mm Rheinmetall L55 smooth bore gun.It is one of the only MBTs in the world capable of shooting down helicopters. It has some of the most advanced fire-control systems, allowing it to automatically track and engage vehicle-size targets. The K2 uses the same main gun as the German Leopard 2. Main armament: 120mm L55 smooth bore gun.There is a story about a Challenger in Iraq that was hit by 70(!) RPGs and survived. It has the best armor than any other tank and has never been destroyed by enemy fire. One of the slowest MBTs in the world, it can still take a serious beating. Its armor is a steel composite blend, similar to the British Challenger 2 and the America A1 Abrams. It is equipped with a large optical and digital-imaging, as well as fire-control systems, which enable it to operate in both day and nighttime, as well as fire on the move. The C1 Ariete is the Italian Army’s main battle tank. Main armament: 120mm L44 smooth bore gun.It enjoys much of its power thanks to a 1,500hp engine and hydropneumatic suspension and is the most expensive tank in the world. The tank’s autoloader gives it a faster rate of fire than most other MBTs on the field.

The Leclerc sports a crew of 3, without the need for a loader, as well as modular composite armor. Main armament: 120mm L52 smooth bore autoloader.These ten tanks are the most modern MBTs you can find on the battlefield, in no particular order. In the 21st-century, the Main Battle Tank (MBT) has become an extremely sophisticated machine, with incredible firepower. The name “Tank” came from the secretive fashion in which the British were manufacturing their tanks – different parts were constructed in various factories, and workers were told they were building water tanks. The first ever tank emerged on the battlefield in 1916, during the first World War.

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