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Aberdeen Proving Ground
Tank Park and Museum

WWII Soviet T-34 Tank

article and photos by Russ Lockwood



Design work started in 1937, approved in 1939, and the first two prototypes appeared in January 1940. Sloped armor provided excellent protection, wide tracks allowed excellent cross country operation, and a low silhouette let it keep a low profile. It was superior to all German tanks in 1941, and only met its match in the Tigers and Panthers that came later. Armed with 76.2mm main gun and two MGs, crew of four, speed 25mph, range of 228 miles cross country.

The model T-34/85 was upgunned with an 85mm gun in 1943, although the T-34/76s served throughout the war.

Aberdeen Museum and Tank Park

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