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This near-100ton behemoth was initially called Heavy Tank T28, but the project was reclassified 105mm Gun Motor Carriage T95.⁠

The vast majority of this weight came from the massive 12 inches of frontal armour! By contrast Shermans had 2" thick front hull.⁠

A 105mm main gun in a heavily protected ball mount didn't exactly help with the weight issue either.⁠

All this was powered by a 410ph V8 giving the T95 a less than rapid top speed of 8mph.⁠

One really interesting feature was the outer set of tracks could be removed, fitted together to be transported separately - this allowed the 29-ton lighter vehicle to be transported by rail and use certain bridges.⁠

While 5 pilots were planned, the war in Europe ended and the order was reduced to 2. While trials were not unsuccessful, its mobility was seriously lacking and the concept of the T95 was made redundant by the development of the T29 Heavy Tank.

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We came, we saw, we Conqueror-ed!

The Tank Museum is once again partnering with @MrHewes on a major new restoration project - bringing one of our Conqueror heavy tanks back to life so it can join our running collection at future events.

When the restoration is complete, it will be the only running British‑built Conqueror gun tank in the world - and we need YOUR help to make it happen.

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September 1967, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, USA. These two tanks are at the cutting edge of armoured warfare, but as later service would reveal, each had a significant shortcoming.


On the left is the American M60A1E1. Its missile was unreliable and the gun ammunition proved volatile when exposed to high heat. On the right is a British Chieftain Mark 2. Chieftain’s shortcoming was the L60 engine, which would prove to be chronically unreliable.

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On this day in 1944 - The Sherwood Rangers took the Norman town of Rauray in a textbook attack against a Kampfgruppe Weidinger of 2nd SS Panzer Division.

The attack was so late in the day – around 9pm, it was totally unexpected by the German HQ based in the town.

As ‘A’ Squadron began its advance, the panzers were pushed forward - but the Sherwood’s expert use of the Sherman’s strengths (notably its extremely high rate of fire of the 75mm,) forced the reinforcements back, destroying several panzers in the process, as well as being able to suppress the infantry already in defensive positions.

However, there is one tank that stood out: the Sherman ‘Akilla’ commanded by Sgt George Dring, known for his eyesight and uncanny ability to read the terrain.

During that single evening, they knocked out 5 tanks - 2 Tigers, 2 Panzer IVs and 1 Panther - an incredible feat of gunnery from both Dring and his crew.

(Pictured, L to R) Sgt Dring, Tpr Hodkin, Tpr Denton, Tpr Bennett, L/Cpl Gould - the crew of Akilla.

For this action, Dring was awarded a Bar to his Military Medal.

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This photo was taken in Iraq by British officer R. O. Pulverman during his time there between 1920 and 1923.

The armoured car is a First World War vintage Austin. It had originally been used by Dunsterforce during the First World War, and was still in working order.

Dunsterforce was formed in December 1917 and was intended to prevent Ottoman forces from taking advantage of Russia withdrawing from the war and advancing into what is now northern Iran, Armenia and Azerbaijan.

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A huge 'Thank you' to our friends at World of Tanks for their support as principal sponsor of TANKFEST 2026.

World of Tanks' support over the past decade has been vital in helping us achieve a number of major projects such as TANKFEST, The Tiger Collection exhibition, and our Education Suite here at The Tank Museum.

Their continued help enables us to reach new generations - and to continue telling the story of tanks and those who served in them.

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Ever wondered which tank(s) you’re most similar to?

We’ve done some totally scientific research, and have determined that we've developed a formula that is almost certainly somewhat accurate!

Let us know your characteristics in the comments below!

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