ASSESSMENTS

Military: The Main Battle Tank

Dec 14, 2007 | 18:13 GMT

Summary

The main battle tank (MBT) has been a centerpiece of ground operations since before World War II. Israeli difficulties with anti-tank guided missiles in southern Lebanon and an incident Dec. 12 in Gaza highlight a larger trend that has implications for the future of MBTs.

The main battle tank has been a centerpiece of ground operations since before World War II....

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