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The Reason Why Some Modern Tanks Still Rely On Humans To Load Their Main Turret Guns

staff@slashgear.com (Michael G. Stroud) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0000

You might expect modern battle tanks to have embraced automation, but many of them still have a fourth crew member tasked with loading ammunition.

This WWII Tank Was Powered By Grafting Five Chrysler Engines Together

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Butson) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0000

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.

This Brazilian Armored Vehicle Is A 40,000 Pound Amphibious Beast

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Military amphibious vehicles tend to be large, rugged, and armed to the teeth. One joint Brazilian and Italian-designed vehicle also tips the scales.

5 Major Automotive Brands Used In The US Military

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Butson) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Auto manufacturers and the military have collaborated on multiple occasions. Here are some prominent examples of major car brands making military hardware.

'That Tank Was My Life': WWII Vet Returns To The Sherman He Drove At Iwo Jima

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

A 100-year-old Marine just experienced an incredible reunion. Discover how historians tracked down the exact armored vehicle that saved his life.

This Military Electric Scooter Is Proving Its Value In Active Combat Zones

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Mon, 04 May 2026 23:15:00 +0000

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.

Iran's Tank Fleet Before The War: Here's How Many They Had

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Before the outbreak of hostilities, Iran boasted one of the most impressive mechanised land forces in the middle east region.

The Fatal Flaw That Killed The US Army's XM803 Prototype Tank

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:15:00 +0000

The XM803 tank prototype design, a stepping-stone between the MBT-70 project and the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, was briefly considered by the U.S. military.

What Makes America's New Prototype M1E3 Abrams Tank So Special?

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The Abrams is one of the most well-known vehicles in the U.S. Army's arsenal. The M1E3 prototype shows the future of this tank, so what's so cool about it?

This 2017 Army Tank Purchased From eBay Had $2.4M Of Treasure Hidden Inside

staff@slashgear.com (Eli Shayotovich) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Yes, it is legal to buy an old military tank under certain conditions. One person who bought one found a multi-million dollar treasure inside.

US Army Takes Ownership Of First M1E3 Abrams Prototype Tank

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0000

The M1E3 Abrams prototype, the latest tank in the Army's lineup, is so new and under wraps that there aren't official photos of it yet, but here's what we know.

Meet The K3 Concept: Korea's Hydrogen-Powered, Next-Gen Stealth Tank

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:15:00 +0000

Korea's newly-unveiled K3 tank might still be in development, but it is already making news for all of the cutting-edge features planned for it.

These Companies Keep Ukraine's Military Drone Operation Afloat

staff@slashgear.com (Joseph Chidi) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Ukraine makes use of literally hundreds of different domestic military drone and UAV manufacturers to defend its borders during times of conflict.

This Is The Impact Wrench The US Army Uses To Service The M1 Abrams

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 17:45:00 +0000

When tank crews have to work on their vehicles in field conditions, they need access to tools that are simple, hard-wearing, and easy to use.

The US Army's HIMARS Missile Program Just Hit A Major Milestone

staff@slashgear.com (James Hydzik) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:15:00 +0000

The United States military has been using long-range missiles for decades and the country's wheeled HIMARS launchers are getting a much-needed update.

Police Cars Aren't Armored For Good Reason

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0000

It may seem surprising that police cars, often dispatched to potentially threatening situations, are not armored. This is important for their functionality.

Why China And The US Make Models Of Each Other's Tanks

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000

The United States and China have both been spotted making models of each other's tanks and the reason is frankly chilling. Here's what we know.

Why Some Russian Tanks Explode Spectacularly & Throw Their Turrets In The Air When Hit

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:15:00 +0000

Operating a tank in any military is a risky job, but the lack of a certain safety feature in certain Russian tank makes it considerably more dangerous.

Which Tanks Were Used In Desert Storm's Violent Battle Of 73 Easting?

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:45:00 +0000

While it wasn't the biggest or the last tank battle of the 20th century, 73 Easting played an important part in bringing the Gulf War to a close.

Why The US Military's M103 Heavy Tank Never Received A Name

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000

The upgraded M4 Sherman was known as the Firefly, while the M4A3E8 Sherman was known as "Easy 8." The M103 heavy tank, however, never received a nickname.