Revealed: These Are The Most Heavily Armed Tanks Ever Built By Russia
Since the early 20th century, Russian tanks have been known for their impressive combat performance and firepower. They have left a lasting impact on battlefields from World War II to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Russian tank developments reflect its status as a major military power and have been pivotal in wars and as a tool of diplomatic influence, shaping Russia’s standing on the world stage. In this feature, CEOWORLD magazine thoroughly examines Russia’s tank arsenal over the years, ranking each tank based on the caliber of the main and secondary guns.
During the tense period of the Cold War, the T-72 stood as a symbol of Russian military strength. It played a crucial role in conflicts such as the Chechen wars and frequently appeared in the tumultuous landscapes of Middle Eastern battles. Additionally, the T-54 and T-55 tanks, which originated during this era, solidified their place in history as some of the most extensively produced tanks.
Stepping back in time, the T-34 emerged as a game-changer during World War II, earning a reputation for its impressive armor, maneuverability, and formidable firepower. The T-34’s impact was felt in pivotal battles, notably the historic clash at Kursk, widely regarded as the largest tank battle in history.
Looking towards the future, the T-14 Armata stands as the pinnacle of Russian tank engineering, representing the latest evolution in military technology and firepower. With a rich history of technological advancement as its foundation, the T-14 embodies the next generation of Russian military prowess.
Most Heavily Armed Tanks Ever Built By Russia
| Rank | Tank | Type | Top speed (mph) | Year introduced | Total units manufactured | Armament | Manufacturer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | T-14 (Armata) | Main battle tank | 50 | 2016 | 45 | 125mm 2A82 smoothbore main gun, 30mm autocannon, 12.7mm heavy machine gun, 7.62mm machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Uralvagonzavod | |
| 2 | T-99 Armata | Multirole tracked armored vehicle | 50 | 2013 | 40 | 125mm smoothbore main gun, 12.7mm coaxial machine gun, 57mm automatic grenade launcher | Uralvagonzavod | |
| 3 | T-64 | Main battle tank | 43 | 1966 | 13000 | 125mm D-81 smoothbore main gun, 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, 12.7mm NSVT anti-aircraft machine gun | Malyshev | |
| 4 | T-72 (Ural) | Main battle tank | 42 | 1972 | 25000 | 125mm smoothbore main gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | State Factories | |
| 5 | T-90 | Main battle tank | 40 | 1995 | 2055 | 125mm smoothbore main gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Uralvagonzavod, HVF India | |
| 6 | T-80 (MBT) | Main battle tank | 43 | 1976 | 5500 | 125mm main gun, 12.7mm air defense machine gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Omsk Transmash / Malyshev / LKZ | |
| 7 | 2S25 (Sprut-SD) | Light tank | 43 | 2007 | 70 | 125mm 2A75 main gun, 7.62 coaxial machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Volgograd Tractor Plant | |
| 8 | IS-10 / T-10 (Josef Stalin) | Heavy tank | 26 | 1953 | 8000 | 122mm D-74 main gun, 14.5mm KPV machine guns, 12.7mm DShK anti-aircraft machine gun | State Factories | |
| 9 | IS-3 / JS-3 (Josef Stalin) | Heavy tank | 25 | 1945 | 2311 | 122mm D-25T main gun, 12.7mm anti-aircraft heavy machine gun, 7.62mm machine guns | State Factories | |
| 10 | IS-2 / JS-2 (Josef Stalin) | Heavy tank | 23 | 1943 | 2250 | 122mm D25-T main gun, 12.7mm DShK heavy machine gun, 7.62mm machine guns | State Factories | |
| 11 | T-62 | Medium tank | 28 | 1961 | 22750 | 115mm smoothbore main gun, 12.7mm DShKM anti-aircraft heavy machine gun, 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun | State Factories | |
| 12 | BMD-4 (Boyevaya Mashina Desanta) | Light infantry fighting vehicle | 43 | 2005 | 200 | 100mm main gun, 30mm cannon, AT-5 Spandrel anti-tank guided missile launcher, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, 40mm automatic grenade launcher, 5.45mm general purpose machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Volgograd Tractor Plant | |
| 13 | BMP-3 (Boyevaya Mashina Pekhoty) | Light tank | 43 | 1987 | 1840 | 100mm 2A70 rifled main gun, 30mm 2A72 coaxial machine gun, 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, smoke grenade dischargers | Kurgan Machine Construction Plant | |
| 14 | T-55 | Medium tank | 31 | 1958 | 50000 | 100mm D-10 rifled main gun, 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun | State Factories | |
| 15 | T-54 | Medium tank | 30 | 1949 | 50000 | 100mm D-10TG main gun, 7.62mm SG MT coaxial machine gun, 7.62mm bow-mounted machine gun | State Factories | |
| 16 | T-34 | Medium tank | 32 | 1940 | 84070 | 85mm D-5T / ZiS-S-53 main gun, 7.62mm DT MG coaxial machine gun, 7.62mm DT machine gun | State Factories | |
| 17 | T-44 | Medium tank | 32 | 1944 | 1823 | 85mm D-5T main gun, 7.62mm machine guns | Factory No. 75 | |
| 18 | PT-76 | Amphibious light tank | 27 | 1952 | 12000 | 76.2mm main gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun | State Factories | |
| 19 | KV-1 (Klimenti Voroshilov) | Heavy tank | 22 | 1939 | 5219 | 76.2mm main gun, 7.62mm machine guns | Kirov Factory | |
| 20 | BMD-1 (Boyevaya Mashina Desanta) | Infantry fighting vehicle | 50 | 1966 | 2000 | 73mm 2A28 smoothbore cannon, 9M14M anti-tank guided missiles | Volgograd Tractor Plant | |
| 21 | T-26 | Light tank | 17 | 1931 | 12000 | 45mm main gun, 7.62mm machine gun, 12.7mm machine gun | Factory No. 174 / Stalingrad Tractor Factory | |
| 22 | BT-7 (Bystrochodnij Tankov) | Light tank | 32 | 1934 | 4613 | 45mm main gun, 7.62mm machine gun | State Factories | |
| 23 | T-70 | Light tank | 28 | 1942 | 8226 | 45mm 20K main gun, 7.62mm machine gun | State Factories | |
| 24 | BMP-2 (Boyevaya Mashina Pekhoty) | Infantry fighting vehicle | 40 | 1982 | 35000 | 30mm 2A42 main gun, 7.62 PKTM coaxial machine gun, 9M113 Konkurs mssile launcher, smoke dischargers | Kurgan Machine Construction Plant | |
| 25 | BMD-3 (Boyevaya Mashina Desanta) | Amphibious light tank | 40 | 1990 | 123 | 30mm cannon, 7.62 machine gun, AT-4 ATGW launcher, 5.45mm machine gun, 40mm grenade launcher, smoke dischargers | Volgograd Tractor Plant | |
| 26 | BMD-2 (Boyevaya Mashina Desanta) | Amphibious light tank | 50 | 1985 | 2150 | 30mm 2A42 cannon, ATGM missile launcher, 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, 7.62mm PKT bow-mounted machine gun | Volgograd Tractor Plant | |
| 27 | T-60 | Light tank | 27 | 1941 | 6292 | 20mm TNSh L/82.4 main gun, 7.62mm machine gun | Factory No. 37 / Factory No. 38 / GAZ | |
| 28 | BMP-1 (Boyevaya Mashina Pekhoty) | Infantry fighting vehicle | 40 | 1966 | 26000 | 7.62mm PKT coaxial machine gun, 7.62mm PKT bow-mounted machine gun | State Factories | |
| 29 | T-27 | Light tank | 26 | 1931 | 3000 | 7.62mm machine gun | Bolshevik Works / GAZ | |
| 30 | T-38 | Light tank | 25 | 1937 | 1300 | 7.62mm machine gun | Factory No. 37 |
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