West Routt Library District

A survey of the evolution of modern armored tanks, now equipped with computerized electronics, night vision, air filtration, and laser fire control systems, and their tasks and tactics today.

"A fundamental exploration of tanks, including their size and firepower, history of development, crawler tracks and other features, and famous models from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

Tracked vehicles are important to militaries around the world, since they're usually supporting and carrying ground troops. Readers will learn what tracks are and why they're necessary for large, frontline battle tanks like the Bradley M2 Abrams. Big full-bleed photographs, new glossary terms, and a close up look at a vehicle will keep readers wanting more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"From the battering ram to infrared technology on modern artillery, photos and photo-realistic illustrations along with informative text guides readers through the history and development of tanks and artillery."--Provided by publisher.

Provides general information about tanks and specific facts about the features and operation of the M1A1 Abrams tank.

An in-depth look at the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, with detailed cross-section diagrams, action photos, and fascinating facts.

Engaging images accompany information about Abrams tanks.

Explores how tanks are used in combat to carry weapons, attack other armored vehicles, check out enemy positions, and perform other tasks such as carrying troops and laying bridges.

"Introduction to the technology of tanks featuring low-level text and large scale cutaway illustrations"--

Text and photographs present a detailed description of tanks and how they perform, with a brief history of the development of armored vehicles since World War I.