{"id":48980,"date":"2024-11-10T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-10T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=48980"},"modified":"2024-11-07T00:08:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-07T08:08:36","slug":"misconceptions-about-military-tanks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Misconceptions About Military Tanks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Military tanks are often surrounded by myths and misconceptions, fueled by movies, games, and common misunderstandings. While they are powerful machines, the reality of their capabilities and design is often quite different from what most people believe. In this article, we\u2019ll explore 15 of the most common misconceptions about military tanks and set the record straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_indestructible\" title=\"Tanks are indestructible.\">Tanks are indestructible.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_only_used_for_offense\" title=\"Tanks are only used for offense.\">Tanks are only used for offense.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_can_easily_outrun_any_other_military_vehicle\" title=\"Tanks can easily outrun any other military vehicle.\">Tanks can easily outrun any other military vehicle.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_slow_and_cumbersome\" title=\"Tanks are slow and cumbersome.\">Tanks are slow and cumbersome.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_useless_in_modern_warfare\" title=\"Tanks are useless in modern warfare.\">Tanks are useless in modern warfare.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_can_drive_through_any_terrain_without_getting_stuck\" title=\"Tanks can drive through any terrain without getting stuck.\">Tanks can drive through any terrain without getting stuck.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_easy_to_operate_with_minimal_training\" title=\"Tanks are easy to operate with minimal training.\">Tanks are easy to operate with minimal training.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_can_operate_for_long_periods_without_maintenance\" title=\"Tanks can operate for long periods without maintenance.\">Tanks can operate for long periods without maintenance.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_impervious_to_all_small_arms_fire\" title=\"Tanks are impervious to all small arms fire.\">Tanks are impervious to all small arms fire.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_only_effective_in_open_desert-like_environments\" title=\"Tanks are only effective in open, desert-like environments.\">Tanks are only effective in open, desert-like environments.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#All_tanks_are_the_same_in_design_and_purpose\" title=\"All tanks are the same in design and purpose.\">All tanks are the same in design and purpose.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_can_be_fully_controlled_by_a_single_person\" title=\"Tanks can be fully controlled by a single person.\">Tanks can be fully controlled by a single person.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_can_turn_invisible_with_camouflage\" title=\"Tanks can turn invisible with camouflage.\">Tanks can turn invisible with camouflage.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_are_useless_in_urban_warfare\" title=\"Tanks are useless in urban warfare.\">Tanks are useless in urban warfare.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#Tanks_always_travel_in_straight_lines_in_battle\" title=\"Tanks always travel in straight lines in battle.\">Tanks always travel in straight lines in battle.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#5_Times_Audis_Quattro_Dominated_the_Rally_Scene\" title=\"5 Times Audi\u2019s Quattro Dominated the Rally Scene\">5 Times Audi\u2019s Quattro Dominated the Rally Scene<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\/#15_Rare_Vintage_Airplanes_Youll_Never_See_Again\" title=\"15 Rare Vintage Airplanes You\u2019ll Never See Again\">15 Rare Vintage Airplanes You\u2019ll Never See Again<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_indestructible\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are indestructible.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Yad-la-Shiryon-The-Armored-Corps-Museum-Latrun-Israel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Yad-la-Shiryon-The-Armored-Corps-Museum-Latrun-Israel.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Yad-la-Shiryon-The-Armored-Corps-Museum-Latrun-Israel-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Yad-la-Shiryon-The-Armored-Corps-Museum-Latrun-Israel-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While tanks are heavily armored, they are far from indestructible. Modern anti-tank weapons, including guided missiles and explosive projectiles, can penetrate tank armor. Tanks also have vulnerable spots, such as the tracks, engine, and underside, which can be targeted to disable them. Their armor is designed to protect against certain threats but isn&#8217;t invincible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_only_used_for_offense\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are only used for offense.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BMP-1-Infantry-Fighting-Vehicle.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BMP-1-Infantry-Fighting-Vehicle.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BMP-1-Infantry-Fighting-Vehicle-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BMP-1-Infantry-Fighting-Vehicle-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Though often associated with offensive roles, tanks also play vital defensive roles. They provide support for infantry, secure positions, and deter enemy advances. Modern tanks can be used in a variety of situations, from patrolling areas to providing cover for retreating forces, showing their flexibility beyond just offensive capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_can_easily_outrun_any_other_military_vehicle\"><\/span><strong>Tanks can easily outrun any other military vehicle.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"492\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/armored_Personnel_Carriers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/armored_Personnel_Carriers.jpg 880w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/armored_Personnel_Carriers-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/armored_Personnel_Carriers-768x429.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=armored%20personnel%20carriers&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:K806_and_K808_Armored_Personnel_Carriers.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=armored%20personnel%20carriers&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:K806_and_K808_Armored_Personnel_Carriers.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks, while powerful, are not built for speed. Most modern tanks can reach speeds of about 30-40 miles per hour on roads, but they are slower on rough terrain. Other military vehicles, such as armored personnel carriers or light scout vehicles, are often faster and more maneuverable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_slow_and_cumbersome\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are slow and cumbersome.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Urban-Vulnerability.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Urban-Vulnerability.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Urban-Vulnerability-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Urban-Vulnerability-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This misconception comes from outdated images of early tanks. Modern tanks are relatively fast for their size and weight, and many are equipped with advanced suspension systems that allow them to maneuver over rough terrain. While they aren\u2019t as agile as smaller vehicles, they are far from the slow, cumbersome machines many imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_useless_in_modern_warfare\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are useless in modern warfare.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-modern-warfare.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-modern-warfare.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-modern-warfare-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-modern-warfare-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Poppy Pix\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/1608-warsaw-poland-tank-painted-dark-2380345853\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/1608-warsaw-poland-tank-painted-dark-2380345853\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks continue to play an essential role in modern warfare, especially in combined arms operations. They provide firepower, protection, and mobility that infantry units lack. With modern upgrades like reactive armor, advanced targeting systems, and communication technologies, tanks remain highly relevant on the battlefield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_can_drive_through_any_terrain_without_getting_stuck\"><\/span><strong>Tanks can drive through any terrain without getting stuck.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-drive-through-any-terrain-without-getting-stuck.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-drive-through-any-terrain-without-getting-stuck.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-drive-through-any-terrain-without-getting-stuck-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-drive-through-any-terrain-without-getting-stuck-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rasmus Christopher Franck\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/leopard-2-armored-tank-terrain-1981307684\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/leopard-2-armored-tank-terrain-1981307684\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks are designed to handle rough terrain, but they can still get stuck in extreme conditions like deep mud, snow, or swampy areas. While their tracks distribute weight and provide traction, tanks are not immune to the challenges of difficult terrain, and they often require careful route planning to avoid becoming immobilized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_easy_to_operate_with_minimal_training\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are easy to operate with minimal training.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-easy-to-operate-with-minimal-training.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-easy-to-operate-with-minimal-training.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-easy-to-operate-with-minimal-training-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-easy-to-operate-with-minimal-training-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: adolf martinez soler\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/barcelona-spain-june-1-2024-detail-2497203863\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/barcelona-spain-june-1-2024-detail-2497203863\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Operating a tank requires extensive training, from learning to drive it over varied terrain to managing complex weapons systems. Tank crews must also understand the mechanics of the vehicle to perform basic maintenance and repairs. The role of each crew member, from the driver to the gunner, requires specialized skills that take time to develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_can_operate_for_long_periods_without_maintenance\"><\/span><strong>Tanks can operate for long periods without maintenance.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-operate-for-long-periods-without-maintenance.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-operate-for-long-periods-without-maintenance.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-operate-for-long-periods-without-maintenance-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-operate-for-long-periods-without-maintenance-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: paparazzza\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/repair-heavy-military-equipment-plant-kyiv-1971900296\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/repair-heavy-military-equipment-plant-kyiv-1971900296\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks are complex machines that require regular maintenance to remain operational. This includes engine checks, track repairs, and servicing of weapons systems. Prolonged use without maintenance can lead to mechanical failures, making routine upkeep essential for keeping tanks in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_impervious_to_all_small_arms_fire\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are impervious to all small arms fire.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/m1-abrams-tank.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/m1-abrams-tank.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/m1-abrams-tank-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/m1-abrams-tank-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While tank armor protects against small arms fire, vulnerable areas like the optics, sensors, and rear compartments can still be damaged by small-caliber weapons. Additionally, while bullets may not penetrate the armor, repeated hits in the same area can weaken it over time, making tanks susceptible to more severe attacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_only_effective_in_open_desert-like_environments\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are only effective in open, desert-like environments.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-only-effective-in-open-desert-like-environments.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-only-effective-in-open-desert-like-environments.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-only-effective-in-open-desert-like-environments-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-only-effective-in-open-desert-like-environments-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Michal-CZ\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/military-tank-nato-mission-combat-1883477671\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/military-tank-nato-mission-combat-1883477671\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks can be highly effective in a wide range of environments, including forests, mountains, and urban areas. Modern tanks are designed for versatility, with advanced targeting systems and armor configurations that make them useful in various combat scenarios, not just open desert warfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_tanks_are_the_same_in_design_and_purpose\"><\/span><strong>All tanks are the same in design and purpose.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Type-63-Amphibious-Tank.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25833\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Type-63-Amphibious-Tank.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Type-63-Amphibious-Tank-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Type-63-Amphibious-Tank-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks come in a variety of designs, each built for specific purposes. Some tanks, like main battle tanks, are general-purpose and heavily armed, while others, like light tanks or amphibious tanks, are specialized for reconnaissance or rapid deployment. The design and role of tanks vary greatly depending on their intended use and the military\u2019s strategic needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_can_be_fully_controlled_by_a_single_person\"><\/span><strong>Tanks can be fully controlled by a single person.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"724\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-be-fully-controlled-by-a-single-person.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-be-fully-controlled-by-a-single-person.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-be-fully-controlled-by-a-single-person-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-be-fully-controlled-by-a-single-person-768x556.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: maradon 333\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/one-russian-warrior-sit-inside-modern-639554869\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/one-russian-warrior-sit-inside-modern-639554869\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks require a crew to operate effectively. Typically, a tank has a commander, driver, gunner, and loader. Each member plays a vital role, and a single person cannot manage the vehicle\u2019s complex systems, drive, and engage targets simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_can_turn_invisible_with_camouflage\"><\/span><strong>Tanks can turn invisible with camouflage.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-turn-invisible-with-camouflage.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-turn-invisible-with-camouflage.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-turn-invisible-with-camouflage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-can-turn-invisible-with-camouflage-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Karolis Kavolelis\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/20211010-pabrade-lithuania-main-battle-tank-2219654113\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/20211010-pabrade-lithuania-main-battle-tank-2219654113\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While tanks use camouflage to blend into their environment, they are far from invisible. Tank camouflage helps reduce visibility to the naked eye and infrared detection, but tanks remain visible to radar, drones, and thermal imaging systems, making them far from undetectable on the battlefield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_are_useless_in_urban_warfare\"><\/span><strong>Tanks are useless in urban warfare.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-urban-warfare.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-urban-warfare.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-urban-warfare-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-are-useless-in-urban-warfare-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: LeStudio\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/tank-attack-city-battle-fire-explosions-2223860207\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/tank-attack-city-battle-fire-explosions-2223860207\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Tanks are used in urban warfare to provide heavy fire support and protection for infantry. With the proper coordination and support, tanks can breach obstacles, demolish fortified positions, and protect advancing forces. However, they do face unique challenges in urban environments, such as ambushes and restricted movement, requiring careful tactical planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanks_always_travel_in_straight_lines_in_battle\"><\/span><strong>Tanks always travel in straight lines in battle.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"603\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-always-travel-in-straight-lines-in-battle.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-always-travel-in-straight-lines-in-battle.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-always-travel-in-straight-lines-in-battle-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tanks-always-travel-in-straight-lines-in-battle-768x463.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Alex Fedini\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/park-patriot-sevastopol-august-2021-exhibition-2202617645\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/park-patriot-sevastopol-august-2021-exhibition-2202617645\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In reality, tanks use varied movement patterns to avoid becoming easy targets. Maneuvering on the battlefield involves changes in direction, use of cover, and strategic positioning. Tanks are taught to use these tactics to reduce exposure and avoid predictable movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/misconceptions-about-military-tanks\">MyCarMakesNoise.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>25 Sports Cars with Astonishingly Low Weight Ratios<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-121.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-121.png 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-121-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-121-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to performance, weight plays a crucial role in how a sports car handles and accelerates. Lighter cars often deliver a more responsive and thrilling driving experience.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/25-sports-cars-with-astonishingly-low-weight-ratios\/ss-AA1qFiBw?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=8\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/25-sports-cars-with-astonishingly-low-weight-ratios\/ss-AA1qFiBw?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Times_Audis_Quattro_Dominated_the_Rally_Scene\"><\/span>5 Times Audi\u2019s Quattro Dominated the Rally Scene<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-122-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-122-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-122-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-122-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-122.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: sv1ambo \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=File%3AAudi+Quattro+Rally&amp;title=Special:Search&amp;profile=advanced&amp;fulltext=1&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:1983_Audi_Quattro_A2_rally_car_(5963272326).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Audi\u2019s Quattro is a name that echoes through the history of rally racing, known for its groundbreaking performance and innovative all-wheel-drive technology. In the competitive world of rallying, the Quattro stood out, setting new standards and leaving its mark on every race it entered. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/5-times-audi-s-quattro-dominated-the-rally-scene\/ss-AA1qEX84?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/autos\/enthusiasts\/5-times-audi-s-quattro-dominated-the-rally-scene\/ss-AA1qEX84?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Rare_Vintage_Airplanes_Youll_Never_See_Again\"><\/span>15 Rare Vintage Airplanes You\u2019ll Never See Again<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-123-1024x700.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-123-1024x700.png 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-123-300x205.png 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-123-768x525.png 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-123.png 1054w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: National Air and Space Museum\/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Lockheed%20Vega&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:NASM-SI-2009-7951.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The world of aviation has seen countless remarkable airplanes, but some have become so rare that they\u2019ve all but disappeared from the skies. These vintage aircraft, once marvels of engineering, are now nearly impossible to find.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/travel\/news\/15-rare-vintage-airplanes-you-ll-never-see-again\/ss-AA1qEJVC?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=10\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.msn.com\/en-us\/travel\/news\/15-rare-vintage-airplanes-you-ll-never-see-again\/ss-AA1qEJVC?ocid=msedgntp&amp;pc=ASTS&amp;cvid=fb5d5517d5194343dfee6fa7141a5c6a&amp;ei=10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Military tanks are often surrounded by myths and misconceptions, fueled by movies, games, and common misunderstandings. 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