The years after 1945 saw tank design leap forward, and out of that ferment came the Main Battle Tank. This limited-edition history by MP Robinson and Dick Taylor traces the first Western MBTs from 1960 to 1975 — the successful designs and the dead ends, the arrival of 105mm-plus guns, and the shifting priorities that saw off the old medium and heavy classes. A properly researched reference for the modeller and the armour enthusiast alike.
At a glance
Hardcover history book from AK Interactive
English, 304 pages
Limited edition
220 colour profiles plus numerous photographs
By MP Robinson and Dick Taylor
What's inside
Western MBT development, 1960–1975
US and NATO programmes, plus neutral Swiss and Swedish designs
Hundreds of photos and colour profiles for reference
Whether you're planning a Cold War build or just love the machines, it's a deep, well-illustrated read.
A cracking reference for Cold War armour. Pair it with a set of 3rd Gen acrylics and get building.
