The M26 Pershing is a heavy tank, later designated as a medium tank, [nb 1] formerly used by the United States Army. It was used in the last months of World War II during the Invasion of …

Due to transport and training difficulties, the M26 Pershing heavy tank arrived so late and in such small numbers to the Western Front.

The M26 Pershing was the the last World War Two American tank to enter service, after a very long development stretching from 1942 to 1944 (ww2 and Korea).

May 15, 2024 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the M26 Pershing Heavy Tank / Medium Tank including pictures.

Medium Tank M26 Pershing belonging to the US Army Armor and Cavalry Collection. This tank is fitted with the 1,000cfm (28m³/min) ventilator between the drivers, and the front hull casting …

The M26 Pershing made its combat debut in the final months of World War II, during the invasion of Germany. Although limited Pershings saw action in Europe, their performance stood out.

Dec 8, 2016 · The famous T26E4 "Super Pershing" was an up-gunned version of the regular M26. One that was sent to Europe was upgraded with salvaged armor plates.

Jul 31, 2025 · The Super Pershing tank was a prototype of the standard M26 Pershing tank armed with a new high velocity 90mm gun that was capable of penetrating the thick armor of …

In March 1945 the T26E3 was standardized as the Heavy Tank M26 as well as it was labeled ‘General Pershing’, usually short­ened to ‘Pershing’. Later in 1945, the M26 Pershing saw …

Aug 16, 2025 · The M26 Pershing was a U.S. heavy/medium tank introduced in late WWII, aimed at countering German heavy armor like the Tiger and Panther. To boost its firepower, U.S. …