Merkava Mk III D

The Merkava (Chariot) is an unusual MBT designed with specific attention to crew protection. The engine is located at the front of the tank and frontal armour has been increased as well as the bulkheads between the crew and the fuel and ammunition. In addition the tank also has rear doors in the hull allowing it to carry extra ammunition or a small squad of infantry. The Mk III is armed with a 120mm cannon, 3 turret mounted machine guns and a 60mm mortar installed in the turret.

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