Merkava - Wikipedia
The Merkava (Hebrew: מֶרְכָּבָה, [mɛʁkaˈva] ⓘ, "chariot") [5] is a series of main battle tanks used by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) which are the backbone of the IDF's Armored Corps.
Merkava Tank: The Backbone of Israel’s Armored Might
Jul 3, 2025 · Explore the Merkava tank’s evolution from Mk I to Mk V, learn about its Trophy active protection, crew-first design, armament, and battlefield performance.
Merkava Main Battle Tank (1978)
The country forged in fifty years, with limited foreign assistance, a powerful, modern defense force. The armored symbol of which is the Merkava, a reference to the ancient war chariots of the days of King …
Merkava Legacy: The evolution of Israel’s world-famous tank
Dec 8, 2025 · Today, the Merkava remains a symbol of Israeli innovation and resilience. Conceived in response to existential threats, it has evolved into one of the most advanced tanks in the world, …
Merkava: How Israel May Have Built the Deadliest Tank Ever
Jan 21, 2024 · Israel’s homegrown Merkava family of main battle tanks (MBTs) arguably represents the best of its indigenous efforts. Since its introduction to service more than four decades ago, the …
Israel's Merkava Tanks Has a Message for Any Army On Earth
Nov 1, 2025 · The origin story of today’s Merkava tank dates back to 2004, when the Merkava IV was introduced to the Israel Defense Forces. That tank, an advanced and highly upgraded version of the …
Merkava — The Home Grown Israeli Tank - The Armory Life
Dec 14, 2024 · It was thus fitting that the modern State of Israel named its series of main battle tanks (MBTs) the Merkava — the Hebrew word for “chariot.” Since its adoption, it has become the …