M4 Sherman vs Type 10
The M4 Sherman and the Type 10 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by U.S Army Ordnance and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries respectively. The M4 Sherman weighs 32.3 tons vs 48.0 tons for the Type 10. Top speed is 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman vs 70 km/h for the Type 10. Operational range is 160 km for the M4 Sherman vs 500 km for the Type 10. The M4 Sherman is armed with a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun, while the Type 10 carries a Japan Steel Works 120 mm L/44 calibers-long smoothbore cannon with automatic loader. The M4 Sherman has been produced in 58,000 units vs 117 for the Type 10.
| 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 |
| Japanese main battle tank, entering service in 2012, manufactured by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. | |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Main battle tank |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Number produced | 117 units |
| Estimated unit price | $11.3 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 | 48.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 500 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.49 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.24 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.30 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, gunner and driver) |
| Engine | 4-stroke 22.6-litre diesel V8 MHI 8VA34WTK 1,200 hp/2,300 rpm |
| Main armament | Japan Steel Works 120 mm L/44 calibers-long smoothbore cannon with automatic loader |
| Secondary weapon | Type 90 12.7 mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M4 Sherman or Type 10?
The Type 10 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 M4 Sherman or Type 10?
The Type 10 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M4 Sherman's 160 km.
Which is heavier, the M4 Sherman or Type 10?
The Type 10 is heavier at 48.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M4 Sherman or Type 10?
The Type 10 is longer at 9.48 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the M4 Sherman and Type 10 require?
The M4 Sherman requires a larger crew of 5 compared to the Type 10's 3 (commander, gunner and driver) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M4 Sherman or Type 10?
The M4 Sherman has been produced in greater numbers with 58,000 units compared to 117 units of the Type 10.
What are the main armaments of the M4 Sherman and Type 10?
The M4 Sherman is armed with 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun while the Type 10 carries Japan Steel Works 120 mm L/44 calibers-long smoothbore cannon with automatic loader as its main armament.