Why The US Military's M103 Heavy Tank Never Received A Name
The upgraded M4 Sherman was known as the Firefly, while the M4A3E8 Sherman was known as "Easy 8." The M103 heavy tank, however, never received a nickname.
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Why The US Navy Still Doesn't Have An Attack Helicopter
The U.S. Army has the AH-64 Apache, the Marine Corps has the AH-1 Cobra, but the Navy doesn't use a dedicated combat chopper. There's a good reason.
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5 Private Jets With Military Variants That Fly Air Force Missions
While the civil and military aviation realms are indeed different on paper, there have been occasions where the two intersected.
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Robot Wolves & More: Every Weapon China Displayed At Its Military Parade
China unveiled a slew of new weapon systems during its parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in the Pacific, including robo dogs.
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Why Did Lockheed Martin Stop Making Commercial Planes?
Lockheed Martin is well known for its advanced fighter jets and military systems, but at one point it developed civilian airplanes, as well. What happened?
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Every Aircraft Carrier Japan Had Active During World War 2
The U.S. may have fielded the largest aircraft carrier fleet in World War 2, but Japan was no slouch. Through conversions, it also amassed a pretty large fleet.
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Who Makes China's Tanks And Where Are They Made?
China’s tanks are central to its military strategy, but production is tightly controlled. Here’s what to know about the companies and factories behind them.
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The Entire United States?
It's no secret that fighter jets can reach some incredible speeds, but how fast could one soar from one coast of the United States to the other?
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Why The US Army Parks Thousands Of Tanks In The California Desert
When the U.S. military doesn't have need for certain vehicles, it parks them in the middle of the Mojave desert in California. There's a good reason for this.
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Here's Why A Space Force Uniform Has 6 Buttons On It
The U.S. Space Force is the newest branch of America's military, so it needed uniforms that looked unique. Here's why the designers settled on six buttons.
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How Do Diesel Submarine Engines Work While Underwater?
America's nuclear-powered submarines aren't the only variation of the submersible out there. There are also diesel-electric subs, which work differently.
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Why Did The US Air Force Retire The SR-71 Blackbird?
The SR-71 Blackbird was the world's fastest jet, with the ability to fly at Mach 3.3, or 2,193.2 mph. However, it was retired in 1997 by the U.S. Air Force.
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Why Are Almost All Military Ships & Aircraft Painted Gray?
Ever noticed how most military ships and aircraft wear the same gray paint? It's not just for looks -- the shade actually serves a crucial function.
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What Is The Western Equivalent Of China's J-16 Fighter Jet?
China's Shenyang J-16 is a multirole aircraft equipped to engage in both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat. We reveal its closest Western equivalent.
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Does The US Military Use Snap-On Tools? Here's What You Should Know
Everyone needs reliable tools, and doubly so if they're part of the armed forces. The U.S. military has several tool suppliers, but is Snap-on one of them?
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What Engines Do F-15 Jet Fighters Use & How Powerful Are They?
The engines that power fighter jets are no joke, but what powerplant acts as the beating heart of a F-15 and what kind of is it actually capable of?
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Which Country's Military Controls The Most Submarines?
Navigating the seas largely undetected, submarines are a valuable asset to militaries around the world. One country controls more of these boats than any other.
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Why The F-35 Canopy Closes From The Front
Unlike just about every other fighter jet in the United States arsenal, the F-35 Lightning II's canopy hinges at the front of the aircraft rather than the rear.
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Do Modern Tanks Have Air Conditioning?
Car air conditioning has been around since the 1940s, but what about military vehicles? With so many tanks deployed in hot climates, are they air conditioned?
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The Surprising Requirement The B-2 Spirit Needs To Stay Stealthy
While stealth fighters are always getting advancements in technology to help them remain undetected, the B-2 Spirit requires a particular accommodation.
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Why Fighter Jets Fly Over Some Military Funerals (And Why One Is Higher Than The Rest)
The military has a regulation for everything, including how funerals are handled. These regulations include the formation aircraft fly in over a funeral.
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How Many Tanks Does Russia Have Left?
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has cost it a significant amount of resources, including tanks. To make matters worse, the nation's rate of production is lacking.
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Every American Aircraft Carrier Sunk During WWII
A look at every U.S. aircraft carrier sunk in WWII, from USS Langley to USS Bismarck Sea, the battles they fought, and the sacrifices of their crews.
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Why The US Army's New Helicopter Is Expected To Be So Revolutionary
The legendary Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is nearing the end of its service life. Its replacement is expected to revolutionize military aviation.
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When Will The Boeing F-47 Fighter Jet Enter Service?
We know that Boeing is already designing the next generation of fighter jets for the United States, but when are these aircraft expected to enter service?
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Some Countries Are Buying Used Fighter Jets For Their Air Forces, Here's Why
Defense contractors are always developing cutting-edge aircraft to help protect a nation's borders, but sometimes a country can't afford the newest product.
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5 Of The Worst Aircraft Carriers In Military History
From to fragile propellers and floating fire hazards, to stacks belching out plumes of thick, black smoke. These aircraft carriers failed to prove their worth.
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