Over the last two decades, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) has introduced a variety of new AFVs. Old models such as the M48 and M60 have been improved beyond recognition, in the form of the Magach 7. The performance of Israel's indigenous Merkava tank has been similarly enhanced with new variants and the new Merkava 4 MBT has recently entered service. Israeli infantry have also received machines such as the Achzarit assault carrier, the Puma combat engineer vehicle and the Nagmachon and Nakpadon (tank-based carriers intended for low intensity conflicts). This book examines the design, modification and combat history of these formidable fighting machines.
By:
Marsh Gelbart Illustrated by:
Tony Bryan Imprint: Osprey Country of Publication: United Kingdom Volume: 93 Dimensions:
Height: 248mm,
Width: 184mm,
Spine: 5mm
Weight: 184g ISBN:9781841765792 ISBN 10: 1841765791 Series:New Vanguard Pages: 48 Publication Date:20 May 2012 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction · Design and Development · Operation History · Variants · Colour plate commentary · Index