The Merkava main battle tank is the cornerstone of Israel's armored forces, designed for maximum crew protection and advanced ...

Thus the Merkava was born. Engine at the front of the tank Her main constructor, a tank operator with battle experience, Gen. Izrael Tal, had a difficult task ahead. It's important to remember ...

Hezbollah said on Friday it targeted an Israeli Merkava tank on the outskirts of the town of Marwahin in southern Lebanon, resulting in a crew member being killed and another wounded. The tank is ...

Hezbollah reported on Tuesday that its fighters had destroyed six Israeli Merkava tanks in various locations south of Lebanon using guided missiles. “In support of our steadfast Palestinian ...

In the latest operations, Hezbollah said on Tuesday that it hit six Israeli Merkava tanks in different locations south of the Arab country, using guided missiles. “In support of our steadfast ...

The Merkava series of tanks have been in service ... serial-produced combat module and a more powerful 1,130 horsepower engine. However, the configuration of the Proryv is similar to the ...

The Merkava features thick-spaced armor, a reversed engine transmission for added protection, and the Trophy Active Protection System, which defends against anti-tank missiles and rocket-propelled ...