M4 Sherman vs M47 Patton
The M4 Sherman and the M47 Patton are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by U.S Army Ordnance and Detroit Tank Plant respectively. The M4 Sherman weighs 32.3 tons vs 46.0 tons for the M47 Patton. Top speed is 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman vs 48 km/h for the M47 Patton. Operational range is 160 km for the M4 Sherman vs 130 km for the M47 Patton. The M4 Sherman is armed with a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun, while the M47 Patton carries a 1 M36 90mm rifled barrel (71 shells) gun. The M4 Sherman has been produced in 58,000 units vs 757 for the M47 Patton.
| 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 |
| American main battle tank, built in 757 units by the Detroit Tank Plant, saw use in the Korean War. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Medium Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Detroit Tank Plant |
| Number produced | 757 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| 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 |
| Combat weight | 46.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 48 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 130 km â—‰ |
| Length | 8.50 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.51 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.35 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 |
| Engine | Continental AV-1790-5B V-12 Engine with 810 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M36 90mm rifled barrel (71 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M-2HB 12.7mm machine gun (440 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M4 Sherman or M47 Patton?
The M47 Patton is faster with a maximum road speed of 48 km/h compared to the M4 Sherman's 39 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M4 Sherman or M47 Patton?
The M4 Sherman has a longer operational range at 160 km compared to the M47 Patton's 130 km.
Which is heavier, the M4 Sherman or M47 Patton?
The M47 Patton is heavier at 46.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M4 Sherman or M47 Patton?
The M47 Patton is longer at 8.50 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the M4 Sherman and M47 Patton require?
Both the M4 Sherman and M47 Patton require a crew of 5.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M4 Sherman or M47 Patton?
The M4 Sherman has been produced in greater numbers with 58,000 units compared to 757 units of the M47 Patton.
What are the main armaments of the M4 Sherman and M47 Patton?
The M4 Sherman is armed with 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun while the M47 Patton carries 1 M36 90mm rifled barrel (71 shells) gun as its main armament.