merkava (tank)

メルカバ

Hebrew מרכבה, "chariot"
Japanese メルカバ

The Merkava is the main battle tank of the Israeli Defense Force. The Merkava's diesel engine is located in front, allowing space for a 60mm internal mortar and a rear clamshell door. Other armament includes a 120mm main gun (in a distinctive tapering turret), a .50 caliber machine gun, 2 7.62mm machine guns, and self-protection dispensers.

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