Produced for internal security, the Berliet VXB-170 saw little usage despite the fact it was less expensive than the Saviem VAB. Production was taken over by Renault Trucks (now Arquus) following a merger.
Launched in 1976, Renault Trucks Defence (now Arquus) built 5,000 units of the armoured people carrier known as the Véhicule de l'Avant Blindé (VAB). With a weight of 13.8 tonnes, mine protection, MEXAS armour, and a potent engine, it performs exceptionally well in a variety of terrains.
With its multipurpose design, the French armoured personnel carrier, VBMR Griffon, rules the battlefield. Developed by Thales, Arquus, and Nexter, it debuted in 2019 with astounding specs, featuring a 40mm grenade launcher mounted on a 25-ton vehicle.
Known for its durability and versatility, the Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) was a crucial German combat vehicle in World War II. From infantry support to a tank destroyer, its variations demonstrated constant development.
Derived from the German name Panzerkampfwagen I, the Panzer I was a crucial light tank in the early stages of the German armament. Introduced in 1934, it later underwent modifications for several purposes. Its combat experience includes key battles in Europe as well as the Spanish Civil War.
Named after Marshal Philippe Leclerc, Nexter Systems' third-generation French main battle tank, the Leclerc made its debut in 1991, taking the place of the AMX-30. Leclerc has demonstrated its versatility in missions across the globe, succeeding in both combat and peacekeeping roles.
With its small design and 360-degree rotating turret for improved manoeuvrability, the Renault FT was a revolutionary tank in armoured warfare. Given its distinctive features, it was introduced after World War I and has inspired modern tank design. With variations like the Char Canon and Char Mitrailleuse, it demonstrated versatility and made a lasting impression during worldwide conflicts.
The first major combat tank built in the United States, the M48 Patton experienced combat during the Vietnam War. With a 105mm gun, a four-person crew, and a 49.6-ton weight, it was designed with a centre-line driver's cabin among other improvements. From the Vietnamese jungles to the Middle Eastern deserts, the M48 operated effectively in a variety of settings.
During the Cold War, the M47 Patton, the second American tank bearing General George S. Patton's name, was vital. It was never the subject of American action, but NATO and SEATO partners developed a dependence on it. The M47, equipped with a 90mm cannon and a distinctive machine gun placed on its hull, demonstrated its versatility in battles ranging from the Suez Crisis to the Croatian War of Independence.
Hyundai Rotem's K2 Black Panther is an advanced Main Battle Tank with a 120mm smoothbore cannon, improved armour, and a 56-ton combat weight.
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