Was the Chieftain tank any good?

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Was the Chieftain tank any good?

We used to say that Chieftain was the best tank in the world as long as it broke down in a good fire position, and there was a strong element of truth in that statement. Its armour protection was good, its 120mm rifled gun powerful and accurate, but its automotive systems let it down.

What is the most feared main battle tank?

The Challenger 2 is widely considered one of the most capable and formidable main battle tanks in the world. It is armed with a deadly accurate 120 mm gun and can take a lot of punishment. Modern variants make use of the latest Chobham armor, and it is incredibly reliable in combat.

What engine was in the Chieftain tank?

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Leyland L60
The Leyland L60 was a British 19-litre (1,200 cu in) vertical six-cylinder opposed-piston two-stroke multi-fuel diesel engine designed by Leyland Motors in the late 1950s/early 1960s for the Chieftain main battle tank (MBT). The engine was also used in the Vickers MBT and its Indian-built derivative, the Vijayanta.

When did the Chieftain tank go out of service?

1995
The British Chieftain Tank FV4201 was the first and most powerful Main Battle Tank in NATO during the former Cold War. First deliveries to the British Army were completed in 1966 and was finally withdrawn from service in 1995 as its replacement the Challenger 2 entered service.

How many Chieftain tanks did the British Army have?

The FV4201 Chieftain was the main battle tank of the United Kingdom during the 1960s-1990s….Chieftain (tank)

Chieftain (FV4201)
No. built 1896 (900 for UK, 996 exported)
Specifications
Mass 55 long tons (62 short tons; 56 t)
Length 35 ft 4 in (10.77 m) – gun forward 7.5 m (24 ft 7 in) – hull
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How many Chieftain tanks did the UK have?

4201 Chieftain
The FV4201 Chieftain was the main battle tank of the United Kingdom during the 1960s-1990s….Chieftain (tank)

Chieftain (FV4201)
No. built 1896 (900 for UK, 996 exported)
Specifications
Mass 55 long tons (62 short tons; 56 t)
Length 35 ft 4 in (10.77 m) – gun forward 7.5 m (24 ft 7 in) – hull