International Tank Development from 1970

By Alexander Lüdeke

Alexander Lüdeke looks at the most important developments that have taken place since 1970.

A great upheaval in tank construction took place in the 1970s, as new combat techniques, helicopters, weaponry and new types of ammunition reduced the value of a conventional combat battalion. Nevertheless, complete new developments are rare. 

Each vehicle is presented with a short description, images and a reference table of key technical data, supplemented by colour drawings with camouflage and identification numbers.