Why Don't Military Vehicles Use 'Lifetime' Sealed Transmissions?
You may think that a sealed transmission would be a practical choice for military vehicles, but there's one downside to them when models are on the front lines.
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Famous Vehicles Of The Air Force And Their Most Ridiculous Features
The Air Force has amassed an aresenal of the most advanced machines on the planet. These famous vehicles of the Air Force have the most ridiculous features.
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The US Army's First Mobile Tactical Cannon Replacing The Howitzer Has Finally Arrived
The U.S. Army has been looking to swap the trusty Howitzer cannon with something new, and it looks like that replacement has arrived. Here's what we know.
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How Have American Battle Tanks Evolved Since WWII?
Battle tanks have been fundamentally the same since their inception, but technological progress means much more than the same old track and turret.
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Do Tanks Use Manual Or Automatic Transmissions?
Tanks, like most combustion-powered vehicles, rely on transmissions to move under their own power. But do they have manual or automatic transmissions?
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What Were The Logs On WWII Tanks Used For?
Putting logs on tanks may seem like a strange idea, but during WWII, people had reasons to do so while believing there were benefits. But now we know the truth.
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This WWII Tank Was The First Production Model With A Gyro-Stabilized Main Gun
Before gyrostabilizer systems were attached to guns, tanks typically had to stop completely in order to fire. This made them sitting ducks on the battlefield.
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5 Tanks That Are Quicker Than The M1 Abrams
With a top speed of 45 mph, the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank is swift and armed to the teeth. Even so, there are faster tanks out there.
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The Skills Queen Elizabeth II Learned As A Military Truck Mechanic
The royal family has a lengthy history of military service. Queen Elizabeth II was no exception, and she picked up many skills during her time in the army.
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They're Not Tanks, But These Beefy Next-Gen US Army Combat Vehicles Are Ready For Testing
The U.S. Army has a variety of armored vehicles, but it could always use new hardware, like this pair of combat vehicles that just hit the testing phase.
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The 5 Most Important Allied Tanks In WW2 History
German Tiger tanks are famed for size, power, and armor, but British, American, and Soviet tanks took the fight to the Third Reich — and won.
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5 Of The Newest British-Made Jet Fighters, Ranked By Top Speed
From supersonic solo projects to multi-nation collaborations, here are five of the newest fighter jets the United Kingdom has brought to the skies.
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Want To Drive A Real Tank? Here's Where You Can Do It
For those of us who want to drive a tank but can't exactly join the military, there are some places across the U.S. that offer you the opportunity to do so.
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The 12 Most Innovative Main Battle Tanks From Every Generation
The main battle tank developed out of lessons learned in the Second World War, and it has dominated the ensuing decades of tank design and development.
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Which Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Did The US Military Use In WW2?
Tanks and airplanes get all the glory when it comes to military vehicles, but Harley-Davidson produced a specific motorcycle during World War II for the Allies.
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How Tall Is Too Tall To Drive A Tank? Here's What The US Army Says
The U.S. Army has relatively permissive overall height requirements, but there is indeed a maximum height to serve in a cramped M1 Abrams tank.
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13 Of The Oldest Tanks Still In Service Today, Ranked By Age
The concept of battle tanks isn't much more than a century old, and these examples from around the world may have served for too many of those years.
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Ukraine's Newest Military Motorcycle Is A Mine-Resistant Two-Wheel Power Station
Ukraine has developed a new electric motorcycle to quickly move soldiers around the battlefield. Its features are pretty impressive, as well.
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12 Of The Most Popular Military Vehicles Civilians Can Actually Own
Tanks, Humvees, fighter planes and even submarines aren't just for the military -- here's what civilians can store in the garage, hangar, and dock.
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5 Odd Military Vehicles You Can Own As A Civilian
The world of vintage military equipment offers a wide variety of attractive objects for collectors to pursue, but vehicles are probably the most exclusive ones.
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5 Of The Most Iconic Military Motorcycles Of All Time
Soldiers once rode horses, but then the motorcycle was born and the military took notice. These rugged bikes are the most recognizable in military history.
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The Reason Why Some Modern Tanks Still Rely On Humans To Load Their Main Turret Guns
You might expect modern battle tanks to have embraced automation, but many of them still have a fourth crew member tasked with loading ammunition.
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This WWII Tank Was Powered By Grafting Five Chrysler Engines Together
You've probably heard of a Sherman tank, but there were actually multiple Sherman models. One in particular had a very strange engine running it.
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This Brazilian Armored Vehicle Is A 40,000 Pound Amphibious Beast
Military amphibious vehicles tend to be large, rugged, and armed to the teeth. One joint Brazilian and Italian-designed vehicle also tips the scales.
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5 Major Automotive Brands Used In The US Military
Auto manufacturers and the military have collaborated on multiple occasions. Here are some prominent examples of major car brands making military hardware.
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'That Tank Was My Life': WWII Vet Returns To The Sherman He Drove At Iwo Jima
A 100-year-old Marine just experienced an incredible reunion. Discover how historians tracked down the exact armored vehicle that saved his life.
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This Military Electric Scooter Is Proving Its Value In Active Combat Zones
Electric scooters aren't just handy for zipping around town. They can be beneficial on the front line, too, as this military electric scooter shows.
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