DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA
The Merkava is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1970, and entered official service in 1979. Four main variants have been deployed.
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Israel
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INFO DE PRODUCCIÓN
COST$6 million
UNITS BUILT360+
FIRST FLIGHT2002
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Merkava Mk 4 - Elbit Systems
VENTAJAS
- Crew protection focus
- Trophy APS
- Urban warfare optimized
- Infantry transport capability
DESVENTAJAS
- Very heavy
- Limited export
- Engine front placement
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
CREW4
SPEED64 Km/H
ENGINE1,500 Hp Turbocharged Diesel
WEIGHT65 Tonnes
MAIN GUN120mm MG253 Smoothbore
FAMILIA DE ARMAS2 VARIANTES
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