M4 Sherman vs Type 74
The M4 Sherman and the Type 74 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by U.S Army Ordnance and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries respectively. The M4 Sherman weighs 32.3 tons vs 38.0 tons for the Type 74. Top speed is 39 km/h for the M4 Sherman vs 53 km/h for the Type 74. Operational range is 160 km for the M4 Sherman vs 400 km for the Type 74. The M4 Sherman is armed with a 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun, while the Type 74 carries a 1 L7A1 105mm rifled barrel (55 shells) gun. The M4 Sherman has been produced in 58,000 units vs 870 for the Type 74.
| 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, 870 built by Mitsubishi, featured a hydropneumatic suspension system. | |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Medium Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Number produced | 870 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 | 38.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 53 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 400 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.42 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.18 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.67 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Mitsubishi 10ZF V-10 Diesel Engine with 750 hp |
| Main armament | 1 L7A1 105mm rifled barrel (55 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M-2HB 12.7mm machine gun (660 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M4 Sherman or Type 74?
The Type 74 is faster with a maximum road speed of 53 km/h compared to the M4 Sherman's 39 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M4 Sherman or Type 74?
The Type 74 has a longer operational range at 400 km compared to the M4 Sherman's 160 km.
Which is heavier, the M4 Sherman or Type 74?
The Type 74 is heavier at 38.0 tons combat weight compared to the M4 Sherman's 32.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M4 Sherman or Type 74?
The Type 74 is longer at 9.42 meters compared to the M4 Sherman's 5.88 meters.
How many crew members do the M4 Sherman and Type 74 require?
The M4 Sherman requires a larger crew of 5 compared to the Type 74's 4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M4 Sherman or Type 74?
The M4 Sherman has been produced in greater numbers with 58,000 units compared to 870 units of the Type 74.
What are the main armaments of the M4 Sherman and Type 74?
The M4 Sherman is armed with 1 M3 L/40 75mm gun while the Type 74 carries 1 L7A1 105mm rifled barrel (55 shells) gun as its main armament.