Who made the M3 tank?
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Who made the M3 tank?
M3 Stuart
| Light Tank, M3 and M5 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | American Car and Foundry Company Cadillac division of General Motors General Motors Massey-Harris |
| Produced | 1941–1944 |
| No. built | 22,744 M3 and M5 |
| Variants | See Variants |
How many tanks were destroyed in ww2?
At least 1,741 tanks destroyed in 1939-1940, 549 light and medium tanks destroyed in 1944-1945 and 134 combat cars.
Why is the M3 Lee considered a bad tank?
The M3 Lee, generally, is a poor tank, reflecting its design origins as a stopgap measure. The most notable feature is that it is quite tall–the hull alone is as tall as a Panzer III, and it features another turret on top of that (and another turret on that turret!).
What is the difference between M3 and M3 Lee?
M3 tanks with the cast turret and radio setup received the name “General Grant”, while the original M3s were called “General Lee”, or more usually just “Grant” and “Lee”. The chassis and running gear of the M3 design was adapted by the Canadians for their Ram tank.
Why didn’t the Lee/Grant M3 become as popular as the Sherman?
The Lee/Grant never achieved the fame of the Sherman. This was due to its very roots and the role it played during the war. Born as a replacement for the unsuccessful M2 Medium Tank (1938), which never left the American soil, the M3 was designed and equipped in a rush.
How many M3 tanks are there in the world?
A total of 6,258 M3 tanks of various modifications were produced. Unfortunately for most players, this tank will be somewhat difficult to play with, particularly if you’re less experienced with Tank Destroyers. The M3 Lee’s gun is not mounted on a turret and as such, it plays similarly to a tank destroyer.