Feb 24, 2023 · Ukraine’s evolving tank recovery and transportation system is evident in a striking photo that appeared on social media on Wednesday. It depicts an American-made, Ukrainian-operated M1070 heavy...

If the tank was penetrated in the ring mount (the junction between the turret and hull), it would warp and damage the ball bearing races on the bottom of the turret and the entire tank would have to be replaced.

Jun 5, 2018 · Sherman Tanks could hold up to five men; these included a gunner, driver, co-driver, loader and a commander. Not all of them survived of course – let’s take a look at some of the Shermans that became wrecks….

Jun 6, 2017 · Tanks were extremely important in the Second World War. In some places, people still believe in legends and myths that damaged tanks were left behind. While that certainly happened in some cases, tanks were usually rescued and repaired.

Aug 31, 2015 · A lorry-mounted 2-pdr anti-tank gun passes a destroyed German PzKpfw tank in the Western Desert, 2 June 1942. The remains of a knocked-out German PzKpfw IV tank, blown up by sappers to prevent it being recovered by the enemy, 2 November 1942.

Oct 27, 2023 · Armies have entire specialized recovery vehicles and teams who spend the entire war wandering around yesterday’s battlefield towing (or driving) the slightly damaged tanks back to the repair depot. Conversely, armies also try to destroy empty tanks specifically to make sure they can’t be salvaged.

German salvage of damaged tanks has been frequently commented upon for its promptness and efficiency. An unofficial but probably reliable source has supplied some details regarding the way it is done.

Jul 25, 2019 · German Damaged versus Destroyed Tanks at Kursk The Tank Repair and Replacement Efforts of II Guards Tank Corps compared to Totenkopf SS Division So, if Ben Wheatley is able to count five Panzer IVs on the battlefield, that does not mean the Germans only lost five Panzer IVs.

Jan 3, 2014 · Tanks are separated into three groups: Worthy: may be used after a technical inspection or field repairs. Requiring factory repairs. Unworthy: burnt out or completely broken. When determining the condition of a tank, inspect the main parts of the hull: the side, front, rear armour plates, as well as the bottom of the hull.

How did Germany keep its infamous Panzers running throughout six years of war? What mechanic was competent for what kind of damage? What special vehicles and recovery equipment were used by the maintenance units? How were they organized?