T-14 Armata vs Merkava 4 השוואה הטנק הרוסי ארמטה אי 14 והטנק הישראלי מרכבה סימן 4

Russian T-14 Armata vs Israeli Merkava 4, this video takes a detailed look at abilities of both tanks.
In this video we discuss their firepower, mobility, active and passive defense systems etc. 


טנק המרכבה תוכנן בשנת 1973 והחלו ליצר אותו בשנת 1978
טנק המרכבה סימן 4 שופר בשת 2004
טנק ארמטה משנת ייצור 2015
Trophy stops 3000m
long range radars 100km  matter so you can identify where your targets are before they identify you and that range can follow the RCS of a sabot round already having projectiles at the ready to fire back.




raytheons "quick kill" its a LOT more expensive but it does the same thing the trophy does without jeopardizing the troops that are using the tanks as cover.

The Merkava is one of the world's most expensive Tanks

the merkeva 4 is only usable in israels type of envirorment and the armour protection (for tank vs tank engagements) is quite poor (when we had a combined arms traning with the israelis tanks...they opened the engine deck or frontal plate and it was really thin...sure the engine gives added protection but its not as tough as armour plates)



* T-14 main gun - 125 mm vs. Merkava - 120 mm;
* T-14 is capable to function in -50 C / + 50 C temperature range; Merkava is designed for above zero Middle East temperature only
* T-14 is built on the modular universal combat platform called "Armata", it's used for a wide set of other military vehicles (including infantry fighting vehicle T-15, BMPT Terminator 3 etc.), which makes it way more universal, cheaper and easier to maintain than classic tanks, I believe this is a key difference between T-14 and Merkava

Its muzzle velocity or penetration is classified and is unknown, just as the Merkava's MG253 cannon.
But Israel Military Industries (IMI) have been requested to develop a 140mm APFSDS shell for the Swiss 140mm L47 gun program for their Leopard.
The resulting penetrator was 1 meter in length, and could penetrate 1,000mm(penetration roughly equals projectile length above certain L/D ratio and m/v) of armor with a velocity of 1,800m/s.
IMI, in parallel to its works on the 120mm MG253, has been cooperating with Switzerland with the purpose of mounting the 140mm gun on the (then in development) Merkava 4 in case NATO decided to adopt a new caliber.
Not many may know but when the designers of Merkava 4 talked about modularity, they were not only speaking about the armor.
Firepower was among the many things they planned to be interchangeable.
And indeed, the turret of the Merkava 4 allows for an easy replacement of the gun. A 140mm gun will fit instead of the 120mm gun, and the bustle has enough room to store the long 140mm shells.
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the Ofek is an Israeli heavy Armoured Personnell Carrier, based on converted and obsolete Merkava mk2.
http://www.military-today.com/apc/ofek.htm


Israel is about to make a new 5th generation tank, called the "Ofek"
(Horizon)
It will be a light 35 ton tank, with see trough armor system called the Iron Vision, 2 or 3 different APS
There will be also a new IFV/APC
called Eitan (Strong)
Both will have the same hull and same APS, designed to be easily made and cheaply,
the Eitan will be armed with a 30mm cannon and considering two Spike LR missiles.
the Eitan will be a 8x8 wheeled and the Ofek will be tracked.
Eitan will replace the aging M113 Zeldas, and the Ofek will not replace any tank, it will just strengthen the Israeli army.
the Ofek will not replace the Merkava Mk5, and its armament is unknown yet, although the Carmel project which they are a part of, or FMCV in English (Future Main Combat Vehicle)
they will make a laser or a railgun (But I have no idea if it will be like that)
Although I know that both of these tanks will have new ammunition that are in development at the moment.
Both will use ultra light weight material.
Compare that.




















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I found out some information after I made the video regarding the previous projects that led up to Armata. In the video I mention Obj 195 and T-74, but there was also another one from the late 70s that resembles Armata a lot. It was Object 477 Molot with a remote turret and was armed with 2A83 smoothbore 152mm gun.





T-14 Armata Main Battle Tank - Good Or Bad Tank?


Sometimes I find some tanks get some misundertsood information and contreovesyr placed on them without the real facts. The Russian T-14 Armata is one tank that I find Russia has gotten right. Yet many people for some reason hate on the main battle tank for such strong reasons. In this video I discuss a few things that make me feel like this tank is a very prominent tank for the modern day armored battlefield.

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Russia launched the T-14 super Armata test fire in Syria





Slap heaven: Russia launched the T-14 super Armata test fire in Syria, IS about to be exterminated?

According to the ad, Armata tank T-14 perfect, from the automatic turret to fire control system and advanced protection. But, they need to be tested by fire, very appropriate Syria?

Manufacturers should not speak, only internal martial appearing in the parade ceremony fascist victory not long ago, T-14 Armata has been reported as the media could be a modest increase in new car born. Military experts also incessant criticism, give more, but also no less skeptical.
Only when the basic features are officially announced, will we have sufficient grounds to affirm: T-14 is the supercharger Armata, superior to all tank lines have been and even that will be born in the future.
T-14 turret Armata has fully automated and unmanned breakthrough, enabling better protection for the crew. In addition, proactive defense system Afganit new generation capable of disabling all types of threats enhances survival in fierce combat environment.
Recently, brain Armata was upgraded, improved with the application of a series of proactive protection system of new generation, making it the extermination machine inviolable.

Consecutive US participation in the war, the conflict in order to both protect the national interests of their core, just made the responsibility to protect allies and deeper, each time fighting was once the kind test fire weapons, it seems Russia is also studying the world's No. 1 superpower when launching a series of advanced weapons to the war in Syria.
It can be seen, most of the weapons the most modern equipment, including a new type of furnace have been Russia came to Syria, from the strategic bomber Tu-160, Tu-95MSM, multi-fighter Su-35, Su-34, Su-30SM until helicopters Mi-28, Ka-52 or T-90 tanks as, cruise missiles launched from ships Kalibr and submarines, ...
Commander least 1 type of weapons has not yet appeared, it was super tanks T-14 Armata. Recent Research Department of the Russian Defense Ministry is considering the launch of this line to test fire supercharger on a certain field for a comprehensive assessment of their combat power.
Although not specifically mentioned ever, where, T-14 Armata will battle, but considering the recent moves by the Russian Defense Ministry to take almost full to Syria weapons have been the backbone Russian Army, we can dimly guessed fierce battleground in the Middle Eastern countries is likely is a "premiere".

However, there are few things that can make the Russian military officials "dragged their feet", that is:
First, the far ultra-T-14 tanks to complete the work Armata tested and received 100 aircraft orders first from the Russian Defense Ministry. However, the tanks are still only for the pilot, Russian experts will continue to evaluate in order to make improvements before officially allow mass production.
Thus, much less be able to see T-14 Armata still many points need to complete and it has not really ready for the fight really fierce.
Second, currently the tanks T-90 is proving very effective on the battlefield fighting Syria, especially survivability when hit, modern anti-tank missiles. The problem is with the T-90 to fly back there then is it necessary to add T-14 Armata came to them anymore?
The answer is not necessary for the Russian-Syrian coalition and some of its allies are still dominating the battlefields and the weapon is still enough to complete the task. However, in order to thoroughly and completely destroy the rebels, they would have to massively increase the amount of saturated to the point, but it seems that time has not yet come.





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The Merkava is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1973 and entered official service in 1979. Four main versions of the tank have been deployed. It was first used extensively in the 1982 Lebanon War. The name "Merkava" was derived from the IDF's initial development program name. It is designed for rapid repair of battle damage, survivability, cost-effectiveness and off-road performance. Following the model of contemporary self-propelled howitzers, the turret assembly is located closer to the rear than in most main battle tanks. With the engine in front, this layout is intended to grant additional protection against a frontal attack, especially for the personnel in the main hull, like the driver.

One of the worlds most advanced tanks the Israli military Merkava 4 tank sends serious message to Iran Military. The Merkava (Hebrew: About this sound מרכבה (help·info), "chariot") is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1973 and entered official service in 1978. Four main variants of the tank have been deployed. It was first used extensively in the 1982 Lebanon War. The name "Merkava" was derived from the IDF's initial development program name.

Design criteria include rapid repair of battle damage, survivability, cost-effectiveness and off-road performance. Following the model of contemporary self-propelled howitzers, the turret assembly is located closer to the rear than in most main battle tanks. With the engine in front, this layout is intended to grant additional protection against a frontal attack, especially for the personnel in the main hull, such as the driver. It also creates more space in the rear of the tank that allows increased storage capacity and a rear entrance to the main crew compartment allowing easy access under enemy fire. This allows the tank to be used as a platform for medical disembarkation, a forward command and control station, and an infantry fighting vehicle. The rear entrance's clamshell-style doors provide overhead protection when off- and on-loading cargo and personnel.

It was reportedly decided shortly before the beginning of the 2006 Lebanon War that the Merkava line would be discontinued within four years.[5] However, on November 7, 2006, Haaretz reported that an Israeli General staff assessment had ruled of the Merkava Mark IV that "if properly deployed, the tank can provide its crew with better protection than in the past", and deferred the decision on discontinuing the line.[6] On August 16, 2013, Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon announced the decision to resume production of the Merkava main battle tank for the IDF Armored Corps.[7][8]

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The Merkava series of main battle tanks are used by the Israel Defense Forces. The name comes from Hebrew: "chariot". The tank began development in 1973 and entered official service in 1978. Four main variants of the tank have been deployed. It was first used extensively in the 1982 Lebanon War. The name "Merkava" was derived from the IDF's initial development program name.

The Mark I, operational since 1978, is the original design created as a result of Israel Tal's decision, and was fabricated and designed for mass production. The Mark I weighed 63 tonnes and had a 900 horsepower (670 kW) diesel engine, with a power-to-weight ratio of 14 hp/ton. It was armed with the 105 millimeter M68 main gun (a licensed copy of the British Royal Ordnance L7), two 7.62 mm machine guns for anti-infantry defense, and a 60 mm mortar mounted externally, with its operator not completely protected by the tank's hull.

The Mark II was first introduced into general service in April 1983. While fundamentally the same as the Merkava Mark I, it incorporated numerous small adjustments as a result of the previous year's incursion into Lebanon. The new tank was optimized for urban warfare and low intensity conflicts, with a weight and engine no greater than the Mark I

The Merkava Mark III was introduced in December 1989 and was in production until 2003. As of 2016, the Merkava III is by far the most numerous tank in frontline IDF service. Compared to the Merkava II, it has upgrades to the drivetrain, powertrain, armament, and electronic systems. The most prominent addition was the incorporation of the locally developed IMI 120 mm gun. This gun and a larger 1,200 horsepower (890 kW) diesel engine increased the total weight of the tank to 65 tonnes (143,000 lb), but the larger engine increased the maximum cruising speed to 60 km/h (37 mph)

The Mark IV is the most recent variant of the Merkava tank that has been in development since 1999 and production since 2004. The upgrade's development was announced in an October 1999 edition of the Bamachaneh ("At the Camp") military publication. However, the Merkava Mark III remained in production until 2003. The first Merkava IVs were in production in limited numbers by the end of 2004.




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The Merkava (Hebrew: About this sound מרכבה (help·info), "chariot") is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1973 and entered official service in 1979. Four main versions of the tank have been deployed. It was first used extensively in the 1982 Lebanon War. The name "Merkava" was derived from the IDF's initial development program name.

«Меркава́» (ивр. ‏מרכבה‏‎‎‎, «колесница») — основной боевой танк, разработан и производится в Израиле. Первый танк «Меркава Mk.1» был произведён в 1979 году. На экспорт не поставлялся, и состоит исключительно на вооружении Армии обороны Израиля. Последней модификацией танка является «Меркава Mk.4».







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