King Tiger vs IS-2

Operation Solstice 1945

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King Tiger vs IS-2

Operation Solstice 1945

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This book examines the technology and strategy that defined the outcome of the battles between the King Tiger and the IS-2. The Soviets had been quick to develop tanks that could fight the Tiger on an equal footing, but these were developed as part of a completely different strategy than that employed by the Germans. The King Tiger was a modern marvel, and remained unmatched in one-on-one combat. Technologically superior, with greater firepower and better armour than the Soviet IS-2, the King Tiger was a formidable opponent. However, the IS-2 was lighter, more manoeuvrable and most importantly, far more numerous. With overwhelming numerical superiority the Soviets were able to simply overwhelm their opponents, negating the technical superiority of the King Tiger

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Published Sep 20 2011
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Extent 80
ISBN 9781849088633
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 30 b/w; 22 col
Series Duel
Short code DUE 37
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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