Q&A Thread 23
Added 2021-08-15 17:25:34 +0000 UTCPut the questions here...
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I'm afraid this Q&A has been recorded, you'll have to put it into the next one when I open it.
The Chieftain
2021-11-13 23:18:33 +0000 UTCIn Tuttle's World War series, WW2 is interrupted by an invasions of diminutive reptile aliens packing the equivalent of early 90's soviet gear. Being just 3ft tall, how effective would their weapons be if you scaled their weapons down by the same scale? (like small arms, artillery, tank guns etc. Like would a 5.45mm assault rifle and partner SAW scaled down by 50% still be an effective weapon in WW2?) Also, by the end of the conflict the Germans have reverse engineered an APFSDS round and issued them to panthers (with a steel dart); is that something which could have been done had the good idea fairy visited someone at Krupp without major modifications to the long 75?
Robert Ohlweiler
2021-11-11 17:07:55 +0000 UTCI've already recorded this Q&A, throw this one into the next thread when it comes up, would you?
The Chieftain
2021-10-31 16:27:26 +0000 UTCI have been doing research into the "Tiran" series of vehicles (Caputured Egyptian T-55's and 62's) but am having trouble finding any combat history of them. I read that some Tiran-6's (Captured T-62's) where used in Operation: Peace For Galilee. I want to paint up some 62's as force for my Israeli's in Team Yankee, but am hoping that it's more than just pure conjure on my part, so any insight would be appreciated!
MasonicRat
2021-10-31 16:13:06 +0000 UTCIn Q&A 16 1/2 you were asked about the M808B MBT aka Scorpion tank from Halo. If you have the time, a lore video was made by installation 00. Here's the link. https://youtu.be/wzeBX2osg_I do you think the computerized track system would be effective or just a waste of time and resources?
MrDoom12
2021-10-26 11:03:05 +0000 UTCAssuming that the logistics of charging and heat management could be reduced to match the current refueling and engine cooling capabilities of modern tanks, would a battery/electric armored vehicle be better than a Dino-powered one? Also assuming that battery density has advanced to the point where range/duration is not significantly impacted.
Ruhnon
2021-10-02 19:44:28 +0000 UTCIf its not too late but have there been any US generals alive that to see the Tank/AFV named after them and if so did they ever share any thoughts on them? Secondly, did Army Ground Forces also design vehicles for the USMC or did the marines have their own equivalent to AGF when it came to tank and armored vehicles?
Grim
2021-10-02 14:31:02 +0000 UTCQuestion....ww2..for all our comments on the problems with panther and tigers, weren't the generals and planners aware of these before the vehicles were deployed? Break downs, low mileage, weight and transportation issues weren't a secret, even pvt could see these issues? Yet they plowed ahead.
Mike Quinton
2021-09-28 18:41:51 +0000 UTCGiven that in the US, modern armored cavalry squadrons as currently being fielded differ from combined arms battalions only in relatively small ways, what is your opinion on the possibility of the formations becoming interchangeable? Do you believe the German Panzergrenadiers, being doctrinally somewhat a hybrid between mechanized infantry and cavalry by American reckoning, would be an interesting model to adopt or do you think it simply does not fit the way the US fights its wars?
JennyR
2021-09-25 16:22:01 +0000 UTCI think it is fair to say that the Japanese has no qualms about licensing and adapting US technology for local use, which has resulted in a number of Japanese systems being quite similar to their US equivalents (F-15A/C/F-15J/J kai, F-16C and F-2, most Japanese major surface combattants and the Burke class, etc). One of the biggest exceptions to this appears to be Japanese MBTs, whose designs are radically different to those of the US. What are the reasons for the significant divergence of Japanese MBT design to the US and other Western block nations? Also on semi-related note, how heavy and tall does a loader need to be to be able to efficiently handle 120mm shells?
Colonel Cheng
2021-09-25 15:11:22 +0000 UTCLike to point out that the M7 wasn't the only fiasco in US tank procurement in WW2Questionable production M3A2 BLW 12 JAN 42 Welded Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3A4 DTA 109 JUNE-AUG 42 Riveted Hull & & Chrysler A-57 Engine M4A2 ALCO 150 SEPT 42-APR 43 Welded Hull & GM 6-71 Engines M4A2 BLW 12 OCT-NOV 43 Welded Hull & GM 6-71 Engines M4A2 (76) PSC 21 MAY-JUNE 45 Welded Hull, GM 6-71 Engines & 76mm Gun M4A6 DTA 75 OCT 43-FEB 44 Welded Hull & Caterpillar RD-1820 Engine ALCO – American Locomotive Company BLW – Baldwin Locomotive Works DTA – Detroit Tank Arsenal (Chrysler) PSC – Pressed Steel Car Less Than 1000 Units Produced M3 Light ACF 500 Guiberson T1020 Diesel Engine M3A1 Light ACF 211 Guiberson T1020 Diesel Engine M3 ALCO 385 Riveted Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3 BLW 295 Riveted Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3 PSC 501 Riveted Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3 PS 500 Riveted Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3A1 ALCO 300 FEB-AUG 42 R-975 Cast Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M3A3 BLW 322 MAR-DEC 42 Welded Hull & GM 6-71 Engines M3A5 BLW 591 JAN-NOV 42 Riveted Hull & Continental R-975 Engine M4 PS 689 MAY-SEPT 43 Continental R-975 Engine M4 (105) DTA 800 FEB-SEPT 43 Continental R-975 Engine & 105mm Howitzer M4 (105) HVSS DTA 841 SEPT 44-MAR 45 R-975 Engine, 105mm Howitzer & HVSS M4A2 FED 540 DEC 42-DEC 43 GM 6-71 Engines M4A3 (76) GB 525 SEPT-DEC 44 Ford GAA Engine, T23 Turret & 76mm Gun M4A3 (105) DTA 500 APR-AUG 44 Ford GAA Engine & 105mm Howitzer ACF – American Car & Foundry ALCO – American Locomotive Company BLW – Baldwin Locomotive Works DTA – Detroit Tank Arsenal (Chrysler) FED – Federal Machine & Welder GB – Grand Blanc Tank Arsenal (General Motors-Fisher) PSC – Pressed Steel Car PS – Pullman Standard
ROBERT NABORNEY
2021-09-14 04:27:34 +0000 UTCWhat was the Chimera? Was is a stug, S Tank or something else. I'v only seen it in wargame airland/red dragon.
Joe Poloway
2021-09-06 07:23:43 +0000 UTCWith the relative mainstreaming of autoloaders with the T14 Armata do you think we would see a new tank design one day with twin cannons, say 120mm like the Abrams, fed by an autoloader? I think this could be a massive and beneficial increase in firepower, especially with the adoption of programmable fused ammo that's done as it leaves the muzzle. The big issues against this that I see immediately are cost, weight, and complexity. However with changes with design of the rest of the vehicle such as hydropneumatic suspension, electric drive with a dual loop fluid cooling system using water and AC refrigerant leading to lower hull profile, thus lower weight, and a smaller, unmanned turret, could offset the increased weight; as for complexity of use this could be accomplished with a different fire control computer that rotates the turret to where the gunner and/or TC is looking, depending on programming, the complexity of use could be reduced. Love your content, glad I found you through Gun Jesus
Bruni
2021-08-31 19:45:36 +0000 UTCDon’t think I’ve seen this pop up in a previous Q&A; in the movie Fury when both the Pak 40s and Tiger fire their shells have a distinct whistle as they pass. Is this accurate to reality?
Joshua Nichols
2021-08-30 00:03:31 +0000 UTCBeing selfish here with a second question: I recently watched the pentagon wars movie (thought it was funny, government procurement is my personal hell as a JO) and am curious how the bradley came to be. I've seen many of your videos regarding the development of AFV's in interwar/WW2, but would you be able to describe the Bradley 's development?
MasonicRat
2021-08-27 19:37:58 +0000 UTCI’m sure a look at the Naval register would present a few options too!
Hammer of Terra
2021-08-27 00:04:08 +0000 UTCCan you explain the concept of "overmatching" with regards to armor penetration? Thank you kindly.
MasonicRat
2021-08-26 03:29:17 +0000 UTCYour opinion on the Russian Filin Device? Sound like it's a problem for tanks amd AT weapons " The 5P-42 Filin releases a dazzling strobe-like beam to disrupt an enemy's eyesight — causing them to miss their targets but also inducing deliriousness and nausea — without causing permanent damage. Developed by Ruselectronics, the device was tested by volunteers shooting various weapons — including assault rifles, snipers and machine guns — at targets under the Filin's protection. All the participants saw their accuracy reduced by impaired vision and half noted signs of disorientation, nausea and dizziness, according to state-owned Russian news agency RIA Novosti. The Filin, which means 'Eagle Owl,' can also suppress infrared lasers and night-vision devices, as well as the guidance systems of anti-tank guided missiles, at a distance of up to three miles.
ROBERT NABORNEY
2021-08-25 22:46:13 +0000 UTCFor clarification a mix of 75 armed tanks and TDs would be like a collection of Pz IVs, Panthers, M10s, Shermans, T-34s etc.
Lingtao Li
2021-08-23 03:38:53 +0000 UTCHere is a hypothetical question: Say you are Elbonia or some other minor nation in the aftermath of WWII and you have acquired a mix of 75mm armed tanks and tank destroyers from various surplus sales from different nations. Would it be easier to A. Regun all the tanks and TDs to have the same gun, B. Modify the gun breeches to all take the same round, or C. Just set up a separate ammo supply line for each gun?
Lingtao Li
2021-08-23 03:32:00 +0000 UTCWhat is the difference between a tankette and a light tank/combat car. As far as I can tell; the US did not officially use the term tankette in classifying armored vehicles(why not?). Some sources call the Marmon-Herrington CTLS and the Ford 3-Ton M1918 and even the M1 Combat Cars tankettes.
USAUSA
2021-08-23 01:21:16 +0000 UTCIn your opinion, which nation had the best armoured doctrine pre WW2? And conversely, who's was the worst?
Charles Sherrange
2021-08-22 01:37:27 +0000 UTCI completely forgot that existed. Thanks!
Salty_Swede
2021-08-21 21:39:56 +0000 UTCIn WW2, what weapons did infantry from the various nations (European & Pacific fronts) have at their disposal to deal with tanks if the infantry didnt have supporting anti-tank guns or their own tanks and they cant retreat :)? How did these weapons change in the different "eras" of WW2, i.e. 39-41, 42-43, and 44-45? How effective were each of the weapons?
Chaucer
2021-08-19 22:48:29 +0000 UTCI didn´t found anything at the older Q&As, so here is my question. I found some videos of emergency unload training of tanks from traincars by the soviets and other Warsaw Pact Armys like the NVA (National People Army of the German Democratic Repulic) but nothing about that at the NATO. So is where any reason why not?
Stefan Weiß
2021-08-19 02:16:30 +0000 UTCWhat were the most useful/best changes/adaption in tank design you've come across to improve the quality of life inside a tank (except for breaking down instantly and not having to fight anyway)? Are there any improvements you're wondering why they weren't implemented?
Reichsbierminister
2021-08-18 06:55:17 +0000 UTCJust occurred to me - The Son of Bob Semple, the Narco Tanque! https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/modern/mexico/narco_tanks and https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/30494/cartel-narco-tanks-heavy-weapons-on-full-display-during-battle-over-el-chapos-son And the gun trucks (Inspired by the John Wayne movie, The War Wagon) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_truck
ROBERT NABORNEY
2021-08-18 03:58:39 +0000 UTCHow about the Sherman, Centurion and Hippo BARV's ? There were also the Armadillo and Bison vehicles in the 1940 invasion panic and the Light Reconnaisance Cars that originated in that period and equipped the Reconnaisance Regiments of British Infantry Divisions. Maybe the South African Marmon-Herrington Armoured Cars should be included in this category too Then there are the Centaur Mk IV's used by the Royal Marine Armoured Support Group in Normandy and what about armored bulldozers, gun trucks and Narco Tanques! The Israeli Army have been masters at converting tanks to other purposes
ROBERT NABORNEY
2021-08-18 03:52:43 +0000 UTCThe British Army have decided that Challenger 3 is a bit naff as tank names go. Sensing a good chance for some publicity, they reach out to a popular tank themed YouTuber to choose a name. As tradition dictates, the name must begin with the letter 'C', and not have been used by Britain before (no recurrances of forgetting about the WW2 Challenger again). What name or names do you suggest? My pick would be Cambrai, for presumably obvious reasons.
Joe Powell
2021-08-17 19:20:11 +0000 UTCIn regards to question number 2. https://youtu.be/X7cUsRdr5cE
Thunderchild
2021-08-17 17:25:20 +0000 UTCAlso, you've stated your appreciation of the Stalwart, but what are your thoughts on the Saracen and Saladin?
Thunderchild
2021-08-17 17:21:16 +0000 UTCWill it not be swiftly put down with anything equal or greater to a cal .50?
Hammer of Terra
2021-08-17 15:27:28 +0000 UTCThank you Mr Moran for all the effort you put on your videos and apologies on not reading your patreon guidelines, I'm somewhat new to this. Question: Out of curiosity in 2010, the US considered putting the xm360e1 gun on the m1 abrams (after passing separate trials), are they still considering this option despite advances in ammunition and what are your thoughts on this xm360e1 gun? P.S. I've also read that the xm360e1 provides the m1 abrams with many benefits such as higher pressure and ammunition compatibility and modularity, is this true?
Alex862
2021-08-16 18:54:56 +0000 UTCDoes the US army or the various other armies you trained with have a doctrine to deal with a mass technical assault? is it different if an assault by other vehicles?
Sface
2021-08-16 11:26:47 +0000 UTCI recently discovered the 'Big Wind'. It's a T-34 tank with the turret removed and replaced with twin jet engines from a MIG-21 aircraft. It was used to put out oil well fires after the Gulf War (you can see it in action here: https://www.military.com/video/logistics-and-supplies/military-equipment/t-34-mig-21-epic-fire-extinguisher/3569572586001). Have you ever come across any other interesting/unusual tank conversions (outside of Hobart's Funnies) in your travels?
Matthew Lesich
2021-08-16 11:26:23 +0000 UTCHere we go again! 1) Vehicles like the T55E1 were unsuited for the needs of World War 2, but considering the much more urbanised nature of warfare today, could there be a niche for a vehicle that's wheeled and armed with a primary armament much more geared towards infantry support, especially for a military that isn't 'first-rate'? It would be easier to maintain and easier to manufacture, cheaper, and easier to cross-train drivers in. Or does the modern tracked IFV cover that need already? On the subject of the T55E1, any plans on a video about weird wheeled prototypes and the US' history of testing and developing wheeled 'tank destroyer'-type vehicles up to the M1128? 2) You have mentioned on many occasions about the sheer rawness of vibrations and concussions in tanks. Has there ever been any research or testing conducted on the use of powerboat-styled hydraulic damping seats, or is that just another fluid reservoir to have to squeeze into the vehicle, and thus not considered because the tradeoff wasn't worth it?
Kazuki K.
2021-08-16 04:58:39 +0000 UTCI saw your last tank video with Ian and you mentioned the Soviet 115mm was never really developed like it could have been. Could you explain further ? Like what could have been its ultimate potential etc.
Admiral Tiberius
2021-08-16 00:32:33 +0000 UTCHad Sherman firefly been based off the bigger turret Sherman would it have been more effective, or should the commonwealth just adopted the 76mm?
John Kettner
2021-08-15 23:55:54 +0000 UTCSome modern AFVs have been designed without traditional direct optics, instead using cameras connected to monitors with either traditional wiring or fiber optics. Have any of these designs actually entered service and do you have any experience to make comparisons between traditional optics and cameras?
Andrew Sebastian
2021-08-15 23:51:45 +0000 UTCWhat can you tell us about tank destroyer doctrines outside the US Army? From my understanding, the Germans seemed to take a more offensive approach to the matter, seeking out enemy armor rather than being used to blunt enemy armored offensives. The Soviets seemed to consider all of their "tank destroyers" to be assault guns, even when clearly more specialized for the role of killing tanks like in the case of the SU-85 and SU-100. The British assigned their tank destroyers to artillery units, apparently just treating them the same as towed guns that happened to be able to move themselves. What are some other nuances of the major players in the tank destroyer game? What are some of the reasons for these variations?
Felicity Longis
2021-08-15 23:50:35 +0000 UTCAny funny, goofy, weird or memorable glitches in tank software you remember (and can talk about)?
B-7
2021-08-15 22:36:05 +0000 UTCCould you give us an update on the Mobile Protected Firepower Program , designed to field an air droppable light tank for Light formations. replacing the M1128 Mobile Protected Gun and finally giving the 82nd Airborne a replacement for the M551 Sheridan (Good Irish name, that). Last I heard it was down to the General Dynamics Griffin (could be in trouble as it is a derivative of the British Ajax) and BAE, which is fielding an updated version of the cancelled 1990's era Buford
ROBERT NABORNEY
2021-08-15 22:01:04 +0000 UTCIs there any proof of enemy Tank or gun features being basically copied by any nation?
George Parremore
2021-08-15 21:56:47 +0000 UTCYou've mentioned that the 75mm was found lacking in Normandy while previously in Italy it was seen as effective. What circumstances changed between Italy and Normandy which caused the 75mm to be less effective? I didn't see it addressed in a previous video. My apologies if I missed it.
J
2021-08-15 21:17:05 +0000 UTCI have two questions this time. 1: Where do you draw the line between an MBT and a medium tank? Some people claim that the T-55, M48 or Centurion are MBTs but they served alongside heavy tanks. 2: Are there any benefits to putting the transmission and sprocket at the front of the tank, like with many German tanks or with the Shermans?
Salty_Swede
2021-08-15 19:58:05 +0000 UTCIs it easier to work with infantry as an organic or dvision/corps level asset, or is that a pointless distinction in actual combat?
Adam Schindler
2021-08-15 19:34:54 +0000 UTCGiven that you have covered the Jumbo, what is your opinion on the M4A2E4 and why wasn't it fielded due to reports stating the suspension was unsatisfactory and field maintenance too complex despite being possibly a ground-breaking design incorporating Torsion Bar suspension over the older bogies in both the HVSS and VVSS suspension systems in all the variants of the M4?
John
2021-08-15 18:58:30 +0000 UTCCan you make an episode about the M36 Jackson's history in Korea? Because I am curious to find out how they used in the conflict and if they were categorized as Tank Destroyers still or possibly a medium tanks because they were based on the M4 chassis.
Josh Conti
2021-08-15 18:52:33 +0000 UTCLooking at Stryker SHORAD vehicle. If it only has four shots of stinger and two shots of hellfire, how easy will it be for a pair of these vehicles to be overwhelmed. Is the expectation that a battalion or brigade will be attacked by only 6 aircraft at a time?
Mike Quinton
2021-08-15 18:47:48 +0000 UTCHow do you decide what vehicle and which presently surviving example will be featured in a “Inside the Chieftain’s Hatch” ? Have you ever had to scrap an episode that had progressed somewhere into production?
Caleb Engelhardt
2021-08-15 18:32:09 +0000 UTCWhat is your most favorite swedish tank and why is it your favorite?
Oscar
2021-08-15 18:31:58 +0000 UTCWhy have modern AFVs almost universally moved to a track system utilising return rollers?
Hammer of Terra
2021-08-15 18:28:20 +0000 UTCI’ve heard from two camps regarding the Desert Storm ground war as it relates to the dreaded 1980s Fulda Gap matchup. One school of thought says that the Iraqis followed Soviet armor doctrine to the letter, trained their crews expertly from the Soviet curriculum, and got hammered, indicating that the Red Army would’ve been wasted in the face of superior US/NATO tanks, weapon systems, etc, and their only hope of winning would be through sheer numbers. The other camp says that while the Iraqis may have officially followed Soviet doctrine, their T-72s were export models lacking ERA and other cool toys from the domestic version, they bought cheap ammo with reduced penetration capability, and their training was mainly oriented towards looking cool in their tanks while parading through Baghdad, plus the Iraqi Air Force was a no-show where the Soviet Air Force would be a major player, therefore they should not be considered representative of how the Red Army would have performed had the balloon gone up in Germany. I figure the truth is probably somewhere in between. Can you shed some light on this subject?
Sworn Brother of the Ballistic Order of Saint John Moses Browning
2021-08-15 18:16:53 +0000 UTCIf the Netherlands would have been more up to standard at the beginning of WW2. Who's tanks might they have bought to fight the germans?
WhiteSagettarius
2021-08-15 17:57:14 +0000 UTCOut of all the tanks you've reviewed, which was the one you enjoyed reviewing the most (pre-1980) and why?
The Slavin
2021-08-15 17:44:03 +0000 UTCFor Gun of the Month: Can you show us your AK 74?
Alexander H.
2021-08-15 17:39:21 +0000 UTCYou have been made a producer for The Grand Tour (the new Top Gear), and are helping the guys choose tanks for a special. What would you recommend for each? Jeremy: loud, brash, power and speed and lack of subtlety. Richard: impractical, bit American, not well thought out. James: outdated, slow and steady, bit too practical.
Thunderchild
2021-08-15 17:29:33 +0000 UTC
