The Merkava (Hebrew: מֶרְכָּבָה, [mɛʁkaˈva] ⓘ, "chariot") [5] is a series of main battle tanks used by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) which are the backbone of the IDF's Armored Corps.

Jul 3, 2025 · Explore the Merkava tank’s evolution from Mk I to Mk V, learn about its Trophy active protection, crew-first design, armament, and battlefield performance.

Mar 28, 2025 · The Merkava tank, developed by Israel after the 1973 Yom Kippur War, represents Israeli innovation and resilience.

Oct 10, 2025 · Key Points and Summary – Israel’s Merkava is a unique main battle tank, combining heavy firepower with the ability to act as an infantry carrier. Some experts even call …

Jan 21, 2024 · Israel’s homegrown Merkava family of main battle tanks (MBTs) arguably represents the best of its indigenous efforts. Since its introduction to service more than four …

Aug 3, 2025 · Design work on the Merkava Mk 3 Main Battle Tank (MBT) started in August 1983 shortly after the first production of Merkava Mk 2 was handed over. The tank was introduced in …

The Israel’s Ministry Of Defense presented for the first time the prime examples of the newest Merkava Mk5 Barak tank, which entered service in the 52nd battalion of the 401st Ikwot …

Nov 23, 2025 · Nukhba terrorists succeeded in disabling Merkava Mark 4 tanks in the Gaza border area during the October 7 massacre using a secret button thought to be known only to …

The country forged in fifty years, with limited foreign assistance, a powerful, modern defense force. The armored symbol of which is the Merkava, a reference to the ancient war chariots of …

Nearly nine years after establishing the Merkava and Armored Vehicles Directorate, Israel issued its first Merkava Mark I tank. Each new generation of the Merkava is more sophisticated and …