Merkava - Wikipedia
The Merkava (Hebrew: מֶרְכָּבָה, [mɛʁkaˈva] ⓘ, "chariot") [5] is a series of main battle tanks used by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) which are the backbone of the IDF's Armored Corps.
Ministry of Defense - Merkava and Armored Vehicles Directorate
Nearly nine years after establishing the Merkava and Armored Vehicles Directorate, Israel issued its first Merkava Mark I tank. Each new generation of the Merkava is more sophisticated and better …
Merkava Tank: The Backbone of Israel’s Armored Might
Jul 3, 2025 · Explore the Merkava tank’s evolution from Mk I to Mk V, learn about its Trophy active protection, crew-first design, armament, and battlefield performance.
Merkava Main Battle Tank (1978)
The country forged in fifty years, with limited foreign assistance, a powerful, modern defense force. The armored symbol of which is the Merkava, a reference to the ancient war chariots of the days of King …
Israel's Merkava Tank Can Be Summed Up Simply in 4 Words
Feb 7, 2025 · The Merkava tank stands as a testament to Israel’s innovative approach to armored warfare. Its unique design, prioritizing crew protection and versatility, has made it a formidable asset …
Merkava IV: How Israel Built the World's Most Survivable Tank
Jul 18, 2025 · Many analysts consider the Merkava (Hebrew for “Chariot”) to be the most capable and effective tank designed for desert warfare. The front-engine layout, unlike most tanks, provides an …
Merkava: How Israel May Have Built the Deadliest Tank Ever
Jan 21, 2024 · Israel’s homegrown Merkava family of main battle tanks (MBTs) arguably represents the best of its indigenous efforts. Since its introduction to service more than four decades ago, the …