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Tank classification - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
 | | Earlier cruiser tanks were largely replaced by larger cruisers such as the Crusader series, though in some cases reverted to even lighter (but better-armoured) scouting tanks such as the U.S. M3 Stuart (referred to by its crews as the 'Honey'). |
 | | Medium tanks were neither the heaviest nor lightest in the arsenal, and many of the designs had successful balance of firepower, mobility, protection, and endurance and could often be adapted to a variety of roles. |
 | | There were medium tanks that focused on anti-infantry capabilities, such as in WWII the Panzer IV short-barrel and the Sherman with a 75 mm gun, and medium tanks that were more focused on the anti-tank role, such as the later versions of both those tanks and T-34s. |
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