Soviet T-54/55: The Most Produced Tank in History

Tanks are heavily armored and powerful combat vehicles. Tanks were first used in war when Captain H. W. Mortimore deployed a Mark I tank in the Battle of the Somme (a battle between Anglo-French and German forces) on September 15, 1916.

According to hotcars.com, here are nine of the most produced tanks in the world of all time.

1. Soviet T-54/55 – 100,000 Units

The T-54 series tank was introduced in the late 1940s to replace the T-34 used during World War II. This tank was manufactured by the Soviet Union and used in combat from 1948-1962. The Soviet T-54/55 is still in use today, primarily by former Soviet Union states, as well as countries in Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

2. T-34 – 84,000 Units

The T-34 was a Soviet-made tank produced from 1940 to 1958. The T-34 is often cited as the most effective, efficient, and most influential tank design of World War II.

3. American M4 Sherman – 50,000 Units

The American M4 Sherman was the most commonly used American tank in World War II. It was also the only tank used in all theaters of war. The American M4 Sherman could effectively engage German Panzer III and Panzer IV tanks.

4. T-72 – 42,000 Units

The T-72 is a Soviet-designed main battle tank that began production in 1971. It was a development of the T-62 tank. Recently, the T-72's reputation has declined due to the poor performance of export versions of the T-72.

5. T-62 – 20,000 Units

This tank was produced between 1961 and 1975. It became a main battle tank for the Soviet Union, partially replacing the T-55. However, even after T-62 production ceased, T-55 production continued in the Soviet Union and other countries.

6. M-60 Patton – 15,000 Units

The M60 Patton was the most produced American tank during the Cold War. It was also used by military forces in 22 countries. Production of the M-60 began in 1959.

7. M-48 Patton – 12,000 Units

The M48 Patton was an American tank used from the 1950s to the 1990s. The M48 was used by the United States during the Vietnam War and was widely used by US allies during the Cold War.

8. T-26 – 11,000 Units

The T-26 was a light tank from the Soviet Union used during World War II, primarily in the 1930s. In addition to Soviet use, the T-26 was also exported to Spain, China, and Turkey.

9. Panzer IV – 8,500 Units

The Panzer IV was a German tank developed in the 1930s and used in World War II. The Panzer IV was widely exported during World War II, primarily to Nazi Germany's allies in the Balkan region.

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