This first source does a nice overview table comparison between all MERKAVA mods. And does backup as several other sources "kevineduguay1's" info on the location of fuel storage and it's secondary purpose and it seems the same for the ammo storage containers that I believe are embedded into the interior wall which if we think about it makes sense because every source I've come across says the same thing about the design being driven by and for crew survivability so why impede the crews egress with open ammo storage? I'm sorry but I think that at least where the MERKAVA III and IV are concerned and for what it's worth, that these tanks are fully capable of carrying their full ammo load plus troops and or litters as many legitimate sites mention throughout their articles. This tank requires us to think outside the box a little (ME TOO!) it's the only modern MBT like this
currently serving in the world with this design. So before some of you (Including my self!) have "CM ARTY
" flashbacks here is that first ref.
http://id3486.securedata.net/fprado/...ite/Mekava.htm
The next one is from one of my regular tried and true sources please take note of the second vid at about the 2:50 mark it'll show an interior shot of loaded combat troops exiting during the combat training already in progress.
http://www.army-guide.com/eng/product.php?prodID=1602
And finally I promise
, how many times have we looked into equipment and because of some kind of design modification or other it's either increased or it seems in most cases decreased the ammo supply of that vehicle? Not one source I've found or posted has even hinted of that with this MBT. With that I'll say tonight or morning (Kind of both for me right now.) to you and have a wonderful day! HEY RG-41 anyone?
Regards,
Pat