M4 Sherman vs Type 61
The M4 Sherman and the Type 61 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by U.S Army Ordnance and Mitsubishi respectively. The M4 Sherman weighs 32.3 tons vs 35.0 tons for the Type 61. Top speed is 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman vs 45 km/h for the Type 61. Operational range is 160 km for the M4 Sherman vs 200 km for the Type 61. The M4 Sherman is armed with a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun, while the Type 61 carries a 1 Type 61 90mm gun. The M4 Sherman has been produced in 58,000 units vs 560 for the Type 61.
| 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 tank, 560 units manufactured, used a license-built version of the American M40 recoilless rifle. | |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Medium Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| Number produced | 560 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 | 35.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 45 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 200 km â—‰ |
| Length | 8.19 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.95 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.50 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Mitsubishi Type 12 HM21 Turbo-Diesel with 600 hp |
| Main armament | 1 Type 61 90mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M2 HB 12.7mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M4 Sherman or Type 61?
The Type 61 is faster with a maximum road speed of 45 km/h compared to the M4 Sherman's 39 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M4 Sherman or Type 61?
The Type 61 has a longer operational range at 200 km compared to the M4 Sherman's 160 km.
Which is heavier, the M4 Sherman or Type 61?
The Type 61 is heavier at 35.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M4 Sherman or Type 61?
The Type 61 is longer at 8.19 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the M4 Sherman and Type 61 require?
The M4 Sherman requires a larger crew of 5 compared to the Type 61's 4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M4 Sherman or Type 61?
The M4 Sherman has been produced in greater numbers with 58,000 units compared to 560 units of the Type 61.
What are the main armaments of the M4 Sherman and Type 61?
The M4 Sherman is armed with 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun while the Type 61 carries 1 Type 61 90mm gun as its main armament.