M4 Sherman vs Olifant 1
The M4 Sherman and the Olifant 1 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by U.S Army Ordnance and OMC Engineering respectively. The M4 Sherman weighs 32.3 tons vs 56.0 tons for the Olifant 1. Top speed is 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman vs 34 km/h for the Olifant 1. Operational range is 160 km for the M4 Sherman vs 150 km for the Olifant 1. The M4 Sherman is armed with a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun, while the Olifant 1 carries a 1 L7A3 105mm rifled barrel gun. The M4 Sherman has been produced in 58,000 units vs 250 for the Olifant 1.
| 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 |
| South African tank, 250 units built, manufactured by OMC Engineering. | |
| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | OMC Engineering |
| Number produced | 250 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 | 56.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 34 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 150 km â—‰ |
| Length | 8.29 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.39 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.94 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Rolls Royce Meteor 4B V-12 Diesel Engine with 750 hp |
| Main armament | 1 L7A3 105mm rifled barrel gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 7.62mm AA machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M4 Sherman or Olifant 1?
The M4 Sherman is faster with a maximum road speed of 39 km/h compared to the Olifant 1's 34 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M4 Sherman or Olifant 1?
The M4 Sherman has a longer operational range at 160 km compared to the Olifant 1's 150 km.
Which is heavier, the M4 Sherman or Olifant 1?
The Olifant 1 is heavier at 56.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M4 Sherman or Olifant 1?
The Olifant 1 is longer at 8.29 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the M4 Sherman and Olifant 1 require?
The M4 Sherman requires a larger crew of 5 compared to the Olifant 1's 4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M4 Sherman or Olifant 1?
The M4 Sherman has been produced in greater numbers with 58,000 units compared to 250 units of the Olifant 1.
What are the main armaments of the M4 Sherman and Olifant 1?
The M4 Sherman is armed with 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun while the Olifant 1 carries 1 L7A3 105mm rifled barrel gun as its main armament.