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Heavy Tank Killer Turret Class: Open Top Turret Type: Rotating Crew: 5 Speed: 30 mph (48 km/h) Weight: 55,400 lb. (25,180 kg) Engine: Ford GAA V8, 500 hp, gasoline
A
variant on the M4A2 tank chassis, this is the best combination found in
American tank destroyers. While the M36 was relatively slow, the high velocity
main gun packed one hell of a punch. However, even with the power from its
massive gun, the M36 still suffered from the vulnerabilities of all American
tank destroyers, an open top. But crews assigned to the M36 were confident
in their ability to quickly convert targets into kills.
This
is the perfect vehicle to place in a good hull-down position with clear
line of sight to the entire battlefield. Keep in mind that when using this
tactic it may become necessary to cycle between a reverse slope and hull-down
position. Moving to the reverse slope allows your crew to remain out of
sight while it reloads the main gun. The M36 is one of the few American
vehicles that pose a threat to the JagdTiger. Just hope that the enemy doesn't
live long enough to fire back.
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A
variant on the M4A2 tank chassis, this is the best combination found in
American tank destroyers. While the M36 was relatively slow, the high velocity
main gun packed one hell of a punch. However, even with the power from its
massive gun, the M36 still suffered from the vulnerabilities of all American
tank destroyers, an open top. But crews assigned to the M36 were confident
in their ability to quickly convert targets into kills.