K2 Black Panther vs M4 Sherman
The K2 Black Panther and the M4 Sherman are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by Hyundai Precision / Sangyong Heavy Industries and U.S Army Ordnance respectively. The K2 Black Panther weighs 55.0 tons vs 32.3 tons for the M4 Sherman. Top speed is 70 km/h for the K2 Black Panther vs 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman. Operational range is 430 km for the K2 Black Panther vs 160 km for the M4 Sherman. The K2 Black Panther is armed with a 1 120mm gun, while the M4 Sherman carries a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun.
| South Korean main battle tank, Hyundai Precision manufacture, intended for domestic use and potential export. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Precision / Sangyong Heavy Industries |
| Number produced | -- units |
| Estimated unit price | $8.5 million |
| American medium tank, mass-produced with over 58,000 units, saw widespread use during World War II. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Medium Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | U.S Army Ordnance |
| Number produced | 58,000 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 55.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Length | 10.80 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.40 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 1500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 120mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | K-6 12.7mm machine gun |
| Combat weight | 32.3 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 39 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 160 km â—‰ |
| Length | 5.88 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.68 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.74 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 |
| Engine | Continental/Wright Diesel Engine with 400 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M2 12.7mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the K2 Black Panther or M4 Sherman?
The K2 Black Panther is faster with a maximum road speed of 70 km/h compared to the M4 Sherman's 39 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the K2 Black Panther or M4 Sherman?
The K2 Black Panther has a longer operational range at 430 km compared to the M4 Sherman's 160 km.
Which is heavier, the K2 Black Panther or M4 Sherman?
The K2 Black Panther is heavier at 55.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the K2 Black Panther or M4 Sherman?
The K2 Black Panther is longer at 10.80 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the K2 Black Panther and M4 Sherman require?
The M4 Sherman requires a larger crew of 5 compared to the K2 Black Panther's 3 crew members.
What are the main armaments of the K2 Black Panther and M4 Sherman?
The K2 Black Panther is armed with 1 120mm gun while the M4 Sherman carries 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun as its main armament.