MilitaryChieftain Mk3/Mk5
Tankconfirmed
The Chieftain Mk3/Mk5 was a British main battle tank, serving as the primary MBT of the United Kingdom from the 1960s to the 1980s. It was notable for its powerful L11A5 120mm rifled gun and heavy armor, designed to counter Soviet tanks of its era.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Leyland Motors |
| Introduced | 1969 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 48 km/h |
| Range | 500 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 55 t |
History
Developed by Leyland Motors in the UK in 1969, the Chieftain was a key tank for the British Army during the Cold War.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | 100 | confirmed |
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