Steven J. Zaloga
Tanks at the Iron Curtain 1975-90: The ultimate generation of Cold War heavy armor
Tanks at the Iron Curtain 1975-90: The ultimate generation of Cold War heavy armor
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The book "The Cold War Tank Battles: An Illustrated History of the New Generation of Advanced Tanks, 1970-1985" provides a comprehensive account of the advanced tanks developed during the last 15 years of the Cold War. It highlights improvements in armor protection, gunsights, and fire-control systems and explores the development of the Soviet T-72, T-64, and T-80, the US M1 Abrams tank, the German Leopard II, and the British Challenger tank.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
The Cold War witnessed the emergence of a new generation of advanced tanks, marked by significant advancements in armor protection, gunsights, and fire-control systems. In his comprehensive book, Steven J. Zaloga delves into the technology of this era, exploring how the demands of a potential Cold War battlefield spurred the development of the 20th century's most advanced tanks. The author examines the final versions of the Soviet T-72, T-64, and T-80, assessing their strengths and weaknesses. He also discusses the failure of the US-German MBT-70 project, which led to the development of the M1 Abrams tank in the United States and the all-new Leopard II in Germany. Additionally, the book explores the British development of the Challenger tank and the lesser-known Leclerc tank developed by France, the smallest and lightest of any western designs.
Featuring superbly detailed new illustrations and numerous photos, this volume highlights the key technology of the era, including turbine engines, APFSDS ammunition, advanced armor, and high-tech fire-control systems. It provides a detailed comparison of the rival tanks in the final stretch of the Cold War arms race, shedding light on their capabilities and limitations.
This comprehensive account of the new generation of advanced tanks during the Cold War era is a valuable resource for military enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in understanding the technological advancements of this critical period.
Weight: 166g
Dimension: 186 x 247 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472853806
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