MilitaryMerkava Mk3
Tankconfirmed
The Merkava Mk3 is an Israeli main battle tank, an evolution of the Merkava series, known for its emphasis on crew protection and survivability. It features a unique front-mounted engine and a modular armor system, along with a 120mm smoothbore gun.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | Israel |
| Manufacturer | MANTAK (Merkava Tank Office) |
| Introduced | 1990 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 60 km/h |
| Range | 500 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 65 t |
History
Developed in Israel by MANTAK in 1990, it was a key component of the Israeli armored forces.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | 90 | confirmed |
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