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[ 0 => '{{Infobox museum', 1 => '| name = Royal Tank Museum', 2 => '| image = Royal Tank Museum 20.jpg', 3 => '| caption = Royal Tank Museum in Amman', 4 => '| established = [[2018]], [[January]] 29', 5 => '| location = [[Amman]], {{Flag|Jordan}}', 6 => '| coordinates = {{coord|31|54|31.0|N|35|55|28.0|E}}', 7 => '| type = [[Military Museum]]', 8 => '| website = https://rtm.jo/', 9 => ''''The Royal Tank Museum''' (Arabic: ''متحف الدبابات الملكي'') is a military [[museum]] located in [[Amman]], [[Jordan]], was inaugurated on January 29, 2018. Located next to the King Abdullah II Park in Al Muqabalain.<ref>[https://arabic.rt.com/middle_east/923990-%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86/ Royal Tank Museum opens in Jordan] | Russia Today [https://web.archive.org/web/20180129180101/https://arabic.rt.com/middle_east/923990-%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86/ Archived] January 29, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.arab48.com/%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8-48/%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8-48/2018/02/06/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A- Jordan inaugurates "Royal Tank Museum"] | Arab48 [https://web.archive.org/web/20180613134130/https://www.arab48.com/%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8-48/%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8-48/2018/02/06/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A- Archived] June 13, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> The Royal Tank Museum spans an area of approximately 20,000 square meters and houses around 110 [[Tank|tanks]] and [[Armoured fighting vehicle|armored vehicles]] from [[Jordan]], Arab nations, and foreign countries, displayed in chronological order.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXqOJR4ygwI New day: Jordan's Royal Tank Museum The story of the Arab army's struggle | Al Ghad Channel] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200305203430/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXqOJR4ygwI Archived] March 5, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> The collection includes a number of American, British, Soviet, and German-made vehicles, with a dedicated hall showcasing local [[Arms industry|military industries.]]<ref name=":0">[https://sarabic.ae/20180225/%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%AE-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-1030337316.html The Royal Tank Museum tells Jordan's military history | Sputnik] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180613111515/https://arabic.sputniknews.com/arab_world/201802251030337316-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%AE-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86/ Archived] June 13, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref name=":1">[https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-century-of-middle-east-wars-on-display-at-new-jordanian-tank-museum/ A century of Middle East wars on display at Jordanian museum | Times of Israel] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180221070656/https://www.timesofisrael.com/a-century-of-middle-east-wars-on-display-at-new-jordanian-tank-museum/ Archived] February 21, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> The museum features both original and restored rare items, illustrating the historical evolution of military vehicles since 1915. The museum's design was created by Jordanian architect Zaid Dawood.<ref>[http://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/king-opens-royal-tank-museum King opens Royal Tank Museum | The Jordan Times] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180131100313/http://jordantimes.com/news/local/king-opens-royal-tank-museum Archived] January 31, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine]].</ref>', 10 => 'It is dedicated to Jordan's military heritage, showcasing vehicles used in Jordan and the region.<ref>[http://mustaqbalweb.com/article/2018161/%D8%B9%D8%AF%D8%AF-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%88%D9%85/%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A Royal Tank Museum | Future Newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180131100313/http://jordantimes.com/news/local/king-opens-royal-tank-museum Archived] May 5, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> These exhibits illustrate the impact of wars on Jordan's historical transformations, offering an educational and interactive experience through audiovisual technologies. In addition to its permanent displays, the museum features a demonstration program of tanks and armored vehicles in an outdoor arena. The museum and its grounds cover 100,000 square meters.<ref>[https://www.ammancity.gov.jo/ar/gam/errpage.aspx?aspxerrorpath=/ar/resource/snews.aspx Shawarbeh stresses on working at maximum capacity to complete the work in the squares surrounding the Royal Tank Museum | Greater Amman Municipality] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180724032233/https://www.ammancity.gov.jo/ar/resource/snews.aspx?id=FEAA4F3A-27C6-4F4F-849A-7B6E90A788A5 Archived] July 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Construction took nearly ten years, and it is managed by a Board of Trustees, which includes organizations such as the Greater Amman Municipality, the [[Jordan Design and Development Bureau|King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau]], the [[Special Operation Forces (Jordan)|Royal Special Operations]], and the [[Royal Automobile Museum|Royal Automobile Museum.]]<ref name=":6">[https://www.ammancity.gov.jo/ar/gam/errpage.aspx?aspxerrorpath=/ar/resource/snews.aspx Shawarbeh stresses on working at maximum capacity to complete the work in the squares surrounding the Royal Tank Museum | Greater Amman Municipality] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180724032233/https://www.ammancity.gov.jo/ar/resource/snews.aspx?id=FEAA4F3A-27C6-4F4F-849A-7B6E90A788A5 Archived] July 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref name=":2">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x31vKiAO3ko Towering Monuments Program - Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200110022723/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x31vKiAO3ko Archived] January 10, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine]].</ref><ref>[https://www.addustour.com/articles/688360-%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%A9-%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%A9-%D8%AA%D8%B4%D9%83%D9%8A%D9%84-%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%B3-%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%A1-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA Royal decree to reconstitute the Board of Trustees of the Tank Museum | Al-Dustour Newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180215052659/http://www.addustour.com/articles/688360-%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%A9-%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%A9-%D8%AA%D8%B4%D9%83%D9%8A%D9%84-%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%B3-%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%A1-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA Archived] February 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine]].</ref>', 11 => '== History ==', 12 => '', 13 => '=== Establishment of the museum ===', 14 => 'Since 1977, Jordan had only one military museum dedicated to its military history, the [[Martyrs' Memorial (Amman)|Martyr's Memorial Museum]], located in the Sports City of [[Amman]]. This museum showcases military vehicles and weapons in chronological order.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/sry "MUSEUM - The Martyrs' Memorial and Museum, Jordan". Military History Monthly]. June 18, 2013. Archived from the [https://www.military-history.org/feature/museum-the-martyrs-memorial-and-museum-jordan.htm original] on 2018-08-28. Accessed 2016-12-30.</ref>', 15 => '', 16 => 'The Royal Tank Museum was established following a transformation in the quality, size, and specialization of museums in [[Jordan]]. The idea for creating the museum dates back to 2002 when it was initially planned to be located in [[Aqaba]], southern Jordan, specifically adjacent to the [[Port of Aqaba]], where many military vehicles were stored. However, the construction site was later moved to the eastern part of the capital, Amman, after the Greater Amman Municipality provided the land for the project, which spans 100,000 square meters.<ref>[https://preservedtanks.com/Locations.aspx?LocationCategoryId=42000 Royal Tank Museum in Aqaba | Preserved Tanks] [https://web.archive.org/sry?LocationCategoryId=42000 Archived] July 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 17 => '', 18 => 'Construction of the Royal Tank Museum in Amman began following the issuance of an official royal decree in 2007.<ref>[https://www.alarabiya.net/alarabiya-today/2018/02/26/%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A7-%D8%AA%D8%B1%D8%A8%D9%83-%D8%A3%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%A8%D8%A7 Royal Tank Museum | Al Arabiya Net] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 28, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> The project took more than ten years to complete and was inaugurated by King Abdullah II of Jordan on January 29, 2018, as part of the kingdom's celebrations marking the centenary of the [[Arab Revolt]] and the 50th anniversary of the [[Battle of Karameh|Battle of Karama.]]<ref name=":3">[http://mubasher.aljazeera.net/news/%D8%B4%D8%A7%D9%87%D8%AF-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D9%8A%D8%B1%D9%88%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%AE-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%B3%D9%83%D8%B1%D9%8A-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86 The Royal Tank Museum tells Jordan's military history | Al Jazeera Mubasher] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yPPW292RNc The Royal Tank Museum tells Jordan's military history | Sharjah 24] [https://web.archive.org/sry?v=3yPPW292RNc Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QULZRr-v_f0 On the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Eternal Dignity - Royal Tank Museum | Jordan TV] [https://web.archive.org/sry?v=QULZRr-v_f0 Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 19 => '', 20 => 'The museum's primary objective is to preserve and showcase tanks and armored vehicles from the [[Jordanian Armed Forces]], as well as other military heritage from around the world, for public viewing.<ref>[https://alrai.com/article/10441876 The Royal Tank Museum is a tale of a nation | Al-Rai newspaper] [https://alrai.com/article/10441876 Archived] June 28, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine]].</ref> Each tank retains its original color and military unit number, with efforts made to restore its interior components. The restoration process was supervised by the museum's board of trustees and the Jordanian Department of Heritage, with assistance from international specialists.<ref>[http://tank-photographs.s3-website-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/panzer-38t-tank-steve-lamonby-collection.html Surviving German WW2 Tanks | Tank-Hunter] [[:ar:واي_باك_مشين|Archived]] February 15, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[http://the.shadock.free.fr/Surviving_Czechoslowakian_armoured_vehicles.pdf Surviving Czechoslowakian Tanks and Armored Vehicles | Shadock] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] December 26, 2013, at the [https://web.archive.org/sry Wayback Machine.]</ref>', 21 => '', 22 => 'During its first four days of operatioweln, the museum comed over 13,000 visitors, including officials and [[Military attaché|military attaches]] from various countries.<ref name=":3" /> Since its opening, the museum has also organized educational tours for school students, employing interactive methods to explain the history of tanks. A portion of the construction and operational costs was covered through donations.<ref>[http://iq.shafaqna.com/AR/IQ/2514558 Military attachés visit the Royal Tank Museum | Iraq News] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 25, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://rtm.jo/en-us/Activity-Feed/FAQ FAQ | Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] July 18, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 23 => '', 24 => 'This museum is the second of its kind in the [[Middle East]]; Israel opened a tank and armored vehicle museum in [[Latrun]] in 1982, following its occupation of the [[West Bank]] in the [[Six-Day War|1967 war]], which had been under [[Jordanian annexation of the West Bank|Jordanian administration prior]] to that.<ref name=":4">[https://alrai.com/article/10423041/%D9%85%D8%AD%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AA/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83-%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D8%A8%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B7%D9%82%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%82%D8%A7%D8%A8%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%86-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%B9%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86 King inaugurates the Royal Tank Museum in Mqabalain area in Amman | Al-Rai Newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] February 06, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Most other tank museums worldwide are located in countries such as Germany, Spain, Australia, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Poland, the Czech Republic, Russia, Slovakia, Switzerland, China, France, Finland, Canada, India, the Netherlands, and the United States.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/goodies/world-tank-museum.php Tank Museum & Collections | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] July 03, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Several international tank museums, including the [[The Tank Museum|Tank Museum]] in [[Dorset]] and the [[Imperial War Museum]] in [[London]], contributed to the organization of this project.<ref>[https://wtop.com/life-style/2018/02/tank-museum-displaying-110-battle-worn-tanks-opens-in-jordan/slide/1/ Tank museum displaying 110 battle-worn tanks opens in Jordan | Washington's Top News] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 19, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine]].</ref>', 25 => '', 26 => '=== Ground Force History ===', 27 => '[[File:Eager Lion '15 concludes with monumental military demonstration 150518-A-XL223-002.jpg|thumb|Jordanian M-60 Phoenix tank.]]', 28 => 'The Royal Tank Museum displays a wide array of weapons used by the [[Royal Jordanian Army]] since its establishment in 1920. The collection features a total of 46 types of tanks, [[Main battle tank|armored vehicles]], and other military vehicles, some of which remain in active service while others have been retired. As of 2018,<ref>[https://www.globalfirepower.com/armor-tanks-total.php Tank Strength by Country | Global Fire Power] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 13, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.globalfirepower.com/armor-self-propelled-guns-total.php Self-Propelled Artillery Strength by Country | Global Fire Power] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] September 02, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.globalfirepower.com/armor-apc-total.php Armored Fighting Vehicle Strength by Country | Global Fire Power] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] February 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Jordan possesses a diverse inventory of 1,321 tanks, 2,547 armored vehicles, and 461 self-propelled guns, placing it 18th globally in terms of tank strength, 30th in armored vehicle strength, and 15th in [[self-propelled artillery]] strength.<ref>[https://www.globalfirepower.com/country-military-strength-detail.php?country_id=jordan 2018 Jordan Military Strength | Global Fire Power] [https://web.archive.org/sry?country_id=jordan Archived] September 02, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 29 => '', 30 => 'Additionally, the Jordanian military has acquired various other assets, including wheeled and tracked [[Tank destroyer|tank destroyers]], [[artillery]] pieces, [[Armoured fighting vehicle|infantry fighting vehicles]], and [[Multiple rocket launcher|rocket launchers]]. Notably, the [[Bofors 40 mm gun|Bofors 40mm]] was the first anti-aircraft artillery to serve in the Jordanian forces, while the South African [[Marmon-Herrington armoured car|Marmon-Herrington]] was the first armored vehicle. The American [[M4 Sherman]] was the first tank in the Jordanian arsenal, followed by the British Centurion, American [[M47 Patton|M47]] Patton, American [[M48 Patton]], American [[M60 tank|M60]], British [[Chieftain (tank)|Chieftain]], and British [[Challenger 1]].<ref>[https://www.globalfirepower.com/country-military-strength-detail.php?country_id=jordan Jordan Land Systems List (Current and Former Types) | Global Fire Power] [https://web.archive.org/sry?country_id=jordan Archived] September 02, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 31 => '', 32 => 'The Jordanian Armed Forces have implemented modifications to some of these tanks, enhancing their operational range, increasing payload capacity, and reducing operational costs related to spare parts and repairs.<ref>[https://tanknutdave.com/jordanian-tariq-tank/ The Jordanian Tariq Tank | TankNutdave.com] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] November 08, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 33 => '', 34 => '=== Diversity in presentation ===', 35 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 162.jpg|thumb|Soviet Iosif Stalin III tank.]]', 36 => 'Several countries have contributed to the Royal Tank Museum by providing [[Tank|tanks]], armored vehicles, and supporting machinery. The [[Czech Republic]] and France have engaged in exchanges of tanks with Jordan, while nations such as [[Albania]], [[Brunei]], [[Spain]], [[Switzerland]], [[South Africa]], [[Syria]], and [[Azerbaijan]] have donated tanks, some of which have participated in various conflicts.<ref>[https://eadaily.com/ru/news/2018/02/06/muzey-tankov-v-iordanii-pokazhet-chem-voevali-na-blizhnem-vostoke-100-let A tank museum in Jordan will show what was fought in the Middle East for 100 years | EA Daily] [https://web.archive.org/sry archived] 25 Jun 2018 on website [[Wayback Machine|Wayback machine.]]</ref> Israeli media reported that Israel gifted the museum a [[Merkava]] tank; however, Jordanian official sources denied these claims.<ref>[https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Israel-gives-Jordan-an-IDF-Merkava-tank-for-a-museum-562330 Israel gives Jordan an IDF Merkava tank, for a museum | Jerusalem Post] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] July 18, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://alrai.com/article/10444060/%D9%85%D8%AD%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AA/%D9%85%D8%B5%D8%AF%D8%B1-%D9%85%D8%B7%D9%84%D8%B9-%D9%8A%D9%86%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%87%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%A1-%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D9%84--%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A9-%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%81%D8%A7-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86 An informed source denies that Israel gifted a Merkava tank to Jordan | Al-Rai newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] August 17, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 37 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 163.jpg|thumb|U.S.-made M41 tank.]]', 38 => '[[Foreign relations of Jordan|Jordan's strong diplomatic relations with various governments]] have facilitated the acquisition of a diverse and rare collection of military vehicles, many of which served in [[NATO]] forces, while others were part of the [[Warsaw Pact]]. The museum features a wide range of exhibits that encompass various time periods and conflicts, dividing its display halls into sections that guide visitors through different military histories.<ref>[https://www.al-monitor.com/ar/contents/articles/originals/2018/02/jordan-opens-showcase-tank-museum.html Jordan showcases its arsenal in a new tank museum | Al-Monitor] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 13, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.jpost.com/Arab-Israeli-Conflict/WATCH-Jordan-displays-military-tech-Israel-faced-in-early-wars-543584 Jordan displays military tech Israel faced in early wars | Jerusalem Post] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] March 04, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 39 => '', 40 => 'In addition to showcasing weapons from regional and global conflicts—ranging from [[World War I]] and [[World War II]] to the [[Arab–Israeli conflict|Arab-Israeli wars]] and the [[Gulf War (disambiguation)|Gulf War]]—the museum provides a detailed account of Jordan's military history. It emphasizes the role of tanks within the Jordanian Armed Forces and Jordan's involvement in the [[Israeli–Palestinian conflict]]. Despite this variety, the majority of the tanks on display are of American and British manufacture, reflecting the historical alliance between Jordan and these nations.', 41 => '', 42 => '== Location ==', 43 => '[[File:Districts of Amman (City).png|thumb|Location.]]', 44 => 'The Royal Tank Museum is located within the King Abdullah II Gardens, which span approximately 550 dunams in the [[Umm Quseir, Mogableen and Bnayyat area|Al-Muqabalain]] area of [[eastern Amman]]. Specifically, it is situated at the intersection of Al-Sakhra Al-Musharrafah Street and Jamal Badran Street. The building is adjacent to several landmarks, including [[Jordan Media City]], the [[Jordan Radio and Television Corporation]], the [[Jordan Post Company|Jordan Post Office]], the Border Guards Center, and the South Amman Police Directorate. It is also located just 5 kilometers south of the [[Downtown Amman|city center]].<ref>[https://alrai.com/article/10444621/%D9%85%D8%AD%D9%84%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%AA/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%A9--70-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%81-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%B1-%D9%85%D8%B1%D8%A8%D8%B9-%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%A7%D8%AD%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%BA%D8%B7%D8%A7%D8%A1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA%D9%8A-%D9%84%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B1%D8%AD%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D8%A9-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%AD%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%82-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83-%D8%B9%D8%A8%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AB%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%8A One thousand square meters of vegetation for the third phase of King Abdullah II Gardens | Al-Rai newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[[Google Earth]]</ref>', 45 => '', 46 => 'Access to the museum can be achieved via public transportation, specifically through [[bus]] line 103, as well as neighboring routes 144 and 145; however, a supplementary means of transport may be required.<ref>[http://ww7.maannasel.net/map/?usid=27&utid=8952120301 Public Transport Lines - Popular Map of Amman Transportation | Ma'an Nasl] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] July 23, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Photography is permitted within the museum, and entry requires a ticket priced between 2 to 5 Jordanian dinars, depending on the visitor's age and residency status (children under 12 years of age are admitted free of charge). The museum is open every day except Tuesday and features ample parking for both cars and buses, with facilities accommodating individuals with [[Special needs|special needs.]]<ref>[https://rtm.jo/VISIT/Plan-Your-Visit Tickets | Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/sry Archived] June 24, 2018 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 47 => '', 48 => '== Design and construction ==', 49 => 'The Royal Tank Museum features a [[Futurist architecture|futuristic design]], consisting of two levels shaped like a square fort with four main pillars. This design is inspired by the desert palaces found in the [[Syrian Desert|Jordanian Badia]], symbolizing the actual power and durability of tanks while reflecting the general form of a tank itself. At the center of the building sits a glass [[dome]] from which a [[Bell AH-1 Cobra|Cobra attack helicopter]] is suspended, representing the transition from Jordan's ancient heritage to the future.<ref>[https://rtm.jo/Exhibition/Building-Design Architecture Concept | Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180630185936/http://rtm.jo/Exhibition/Building-Design Archived] June 30, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 50 => '', 51 => 'Various materials were utilized in the design of the museum during its construction, including a metal structure, woodwork, [[Acoustics|acoustic]] insulation, glass, and [[Glass fiber reinforced concrete|fiberglass-reinforced]] concrete. The museum is considered a [[green building]], as it collects [[Water tank|water in a large reservoir]] located beneath it for later reuse. <ref>[http://zdaoud.com/rtm Zaid Daoud Architects | Royal Tank Museum] [http://zdaoud.com/rtm Archived] June 23, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>Additionally, [[Solar cell|solar panels]] are installed to generate clean electrical energy, and special energy-saving lighting systems based on [[Light-emitting diode|LED technology illuminate]] the interior of the museum.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXu0wV2kP0g M. Zaid Dawood - Engineering Design Creativity for the Nation The Royal Tank Museum - This Morning] [https://web.archive.org/web/20191217033520/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXu0wV2kP0g Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXu0wV2kP0g M. Zaid Dawood - Engineering Design Creativity for the Nation The Royal Tank Museum - This Morning] [https://web.archive.org/web/20191217033520/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXu0wV2kP0g Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 52 => '', 53 => 'The architectural design was crafted by the Jordanian firm Zaid Dawood Architects, which also created all [[multimedia]] works and [[graphics]] within the museum.<ref>[https://babel.jo/component/content/article/9-news/22-opening-of-the-royal-tanks-museum Opening of the Royal Tanks Museum | Babel Contracting Co.] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180625161118/http://www.babel.jo/component/content/article/9-news/22-opening-of-the-royal-tanks-museum Archived] June 25, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Design oversight was managed by Sigma Engineering Consultants, and several contracting companies executed the project in phases starting from 2007, including the Central Contracting Company and the [[Consolidated Contractors Company]]. The project has received several international awards for its unique design.<ref>[https://theanswersandiego.com/news/lifestyle/tank-museum-displaying-110-battle-worn-tanks-opens-in-jordan Royal Tank Museum | Am 1170 The Answer] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180624151126/http://am1170theanswer.com/news/lifestyle/tank-museum-displaying-110-battle-worn-tanks-opens-in-jordan Archived] June 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://www.ammanjo.co/print.php?id=18608 Al Manaseer modernizes its concrete fleet and introduces new technology | Amman] Jo [https://web.archive.org/web/20180625021517/http://www.ammanjo.net/print.php?id=18608 Archived] June 25, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 54 => '', 55 => 'The exhibition halls are divided into 14 different sections, both temporally and spatially, featuring [[Sound effect|sound effects]], soldier mannequins, and display screens to enhance the visitor experience.<ref>[https://www.arabnews.com/node/1240901/middle-east Tank museum displaying 110 battle-worn tanks opens in Jordan | Arab News] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180217020814/http://www.arabnews.com/node/1240901/middle-east Archived] February 17, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 56 => '', 57 => '=== Ground floor ===', 58 => 'This floor is the main level of the building and includes all fourteen halls that comprise the museum's sections. Visitors start at the reception and ticket area, located in the pre-arming zone. This is followed by a space dedicated to the Great Arab Revolt and [[World War I|World War I,]] succeeded by the area focusing on World War II.', 59 => '', 60 => 'Next, the halls for Jerusalem, the Arab Army, and the Royal Armored Corps from the 1950s and 1960s overlap, leading visitors to the Hall of the Battle of Karama. Following this, the area covering the Arab-Israeli wars is presented, culminating in the heart of the museum, represented by the Hall of King Abdullah II, which features the distinctive [[Bell AH-1 Cobra|Cobra helicopter]] suspended from the museum's glass dome.', 61 => '', 62 => 'Adjacent to this space are additional halls, including the cutaway tank and support and reinforcement sections. Visitors then proceed to the battle tank halls and the international hall, concluding with the local military industries hall affiliated with the [[Jordan Design and Development Bureau|King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau]]. This floor also houses service areas, such as a gift shop displaying locally made souvenirs.<ref name=":1" />', 63 => '', 64 => '=== First floor ===', 65 => 'The floor includes service and administrative areas, housing the offices of the museum's management, staff, and operators. It also encompasses the museum library, a research center and archive, a lecture hall, and a platform for [[Very important person|distinguished]] visitors overlooking the outdoor track designated for military demonstrations involving tanks and armored vehicles. Additionally, there is a section for military-themed electronic games for children, situated between this floor and the ground floor.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i41uTZ3Zo8Y Contents of the Royal Tank Museum | Ruya Channel] [https://web.archive.org/web/20191217033525/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i41uTZ3Zo8Y Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 66 => '', 67 => '== Sections ==', 68 => 'The museum is divided into several sections, organized chronologically along two main axes: the first highlights the development of tank usage within the Jordanian Armed Forces, while the second traces the global evolution of tanks. This layout allows visitors to explore both the national and international history of tanks, reflecting in Jordan's military history and their broader global context.<ref name=":4" />', 69 => '', 70 => '=== Reception hall ===', 71 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 10.jpg|thumb|The reception hall features a model of Leonardo's tank (left).]]', 72 => 'The exhibition features a model of the first tank conceptualized by Italian artist [[Leonardo da Vinci]] in the 15th century, known as [[Leonardo's fighting vehicle]].<ref>[https://www.leonardodavincisinventions.com/war-machines/leonardo-da-vinci-tank/ Leonardo da Vinci's Tank | Leonardo da Vinci's Inventions] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180623141054/http://www.leonardodavincisinventions.com/war-machines/leonardo-da-vincis-tank/ Archived] June 23, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> This model, capable of rotating 360 degrees and designed to carry multiple weapons, was created by Jordanian designer Islam Kharim.<ref>[https://www.almasryalyoum.com/news/details/1030139 Leonardo da Vinci's most famous inventions you may not know about | Al Masry Al Youm] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180619140410/http://www.almasryalyoum.com/news/details/1030139 Archived] June 19, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> Additionally, the exhibition showcases the Al-Hussein tank, developed in Jordan, as well as a statue of a medieval knight in full armor. These displays highlight both historical innovations in warfare and modern Jordanian military advancements.', 73 => '', 74 => '=== The Great Arab Revolt and World War I Lounge ===', 75 => 'The collection features a three-dimensional panorama depicting the events of the [[Arab Revolt]] in the South Jordan Theater, alongside a rare [[Rolls-Royce Limited|Rolls-Royce]] Limited military car used by [[Faisal I of Iraq|Prince Faisal.]] Additionally, it includes some of the world’s first tanks, invented during World War I, with a particular highlight being the British Mark I tank, renowned as the first tank used in combat. These exhibits offer visitors a comprehensive view of early military vehicles and their role in shaping historical events.<ref name=":1" />', 76 => '', 77 => '=== World War II Lounge ===', 78 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum Jordan 4.jpg|thumb|World War II lounge.]]', 79 => 'The museum houses a collection of rare Western and Eastern tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery from [[World War II]], representing both the [[Allies of World War II|Allied]] and [[Axis powers]] in the [[North African campaign|North African]] and Middle Eastern theaters, where Jordanian forces also played a role. Notable exhibits include the Grant [[M3 Lee|M3]] tank, symbolizing the beginning of American aid to Britain during the [[Second Battle of El Alamein|Battle of El Alamein]], and German tanks and tank destroyers like the [[Panther tank|Panther]], [[Panzer IV]], and [[Hetzer]], many of which belonged to the [[Afrika Korps]] and are displayed in desert camouflage.<ref>[https://www.realcleardefense.com/2018/03/01/jordan_shows_off_its_arsenal_in_new_tank_museum_300667.html Jordan Shows Off Its Arsenal in New Tank Museum | Real Clear Defense] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180624150847/https://www.realcleardefense.com/2018/03/01/jordan_shows_off_its_arsenal_in_new_tank_museum_300667.html Archived] June 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 80 => '', 81 => 'The collection also features British tanks such as the [[Churchill tank|Churchill]] and [[Crusader tank|Crusader]], alongside armored vehicles like the [[T17E1 Staghound|T17 Staghound]], [[M8 Greyhound]], and the iconic [[M4 Sherman]], the most mass-produced tank of the era. Soviet contributions to the war are represented by tanks like the [[T-34]] and the [[SU-100]] tank destroyer, which played crucial roles in the [[Eastern Front (World War II)|Eastern Front]]. These Soviet tanks are part of a three-dimensional scene depicting key battles in Stalingrad and Berlin, providing visitors with an immersive experience of the war's major turning points.<ref>[https://roya.tv/videos/45788 Types of tanks on display at the Royal Tank Museum | Ruya Channel] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180624150306/http://www.roya.tv/videos/45788 Archived] June 24, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 82 => '', 83 => '=== Arab Army hall ===', 84 => 'The Jordanian Armed Forces, also known as the Arab Army, constructed custom-made armored vehicles in the workshops of the Armed Forces during and after World War II. A brigade equipped with these vehicles was later deployed to the Sinai. The museum's section on the Arabisation of the Jordanian Army provides insight into the early tanks used by Jordan, including the American M4 Sherman and the British Charioteer tanks, which played a key role in the army's early development and operational history.<ref name=":0" />', 85 => '', 86 => '=== Al-Quds hall 1948 ===', 87 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum Jordan 2.jpg|thumb|Al-Quds Hall 1948.]]', 88 => 'The exhibit features a three-dimensional representation of a section of [[Walls of Jerusalem|Jerusalem's fortifications]], highlighting the Jordanian Armed Forces' defensive efforts against Israeli forces during the [[1948 Arab–Israeli War|1948 Arab-Israeli War]]. Among the vehicles displayed is the South African [[Marmon-Herrington armoured car|Marmon-Harrington]], the first armored vehicle used by the [[Royal Jordanian Army|Royal Jordanian Land Forces]], along with other armored vehicles like the Canadian [[Otter Light Reconnaissance Car|Otter]] and the British Humber. The hall also includes a depiction of the 1948 [[Battles of Latrun (1948)|Battle of Latrun]], located west of Jerusalem. Both scenes showcase Jordanian soldiers in traditional Arab attire, reflecting their preference for not wearing [[Helmet|helmets]] at the time.', 89 => '', 90 => '=== Royal Jordanian Armored Corps hall ===', 91 => 'The collection includes military vehicles that were developed domestically during the 1950s and 1960s, as well as photographic documentation of military personnel, including officers, from that era.<ref name=":2" />', 92 => '', 93 => '=== Battle of Karameh hall ===', 94 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 134.jpg|thumb|Battle of Karamah's hall 1968.]]', 95 => '[[Battle of Karameh]], also known as the Battle of Dignity, took place in 1968 between the Jordanian army, alongside [[Palestinian fedayeen|Palestinian Fedayeen]] forces, and the Israeli army. A wide array of military equipment was used during the conflict, including Jordanian [[M47 Patton|M47]] and [[M48 Patton|M48]] Patton tanks. The exhibit also features the [[M42 Duster]], a [[self-propelled anti-aircraft weapon]], as well as anti-aircraft and anti-tank guns, such as the [[Ordnance QF 25-pounder]]. Additionally, original Israeli military vehicles destroyed in the battle and later towed to Amman are on display, including the British Centurion tank and the American [[Super Sherman]] tank. The hall also includes a detailed three-dimensional battle plan of the conflict, which unfolded along a 40-kilometer front.<ref>[https://www.tzionlearning.com/blog/2017/3/21/today-in-history-the-battle-of-karameh Today In History: The Battle Of Karameh | Tzion Learning] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180716111652/https://www.tzionlearning.com/blog/2017/3/21/today-in-history-the-battle-of-karameh Archived] July 16, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 96 => '', 97 => '=== Arab-Israeli Wars Lounge ===', 98 => 'The tanks and armoured vehicles employed by the Jordanian army, along with other Arab armies, in the [[Arab–Israeli conflict|Arab-Israeli wars]], commencing with the [[Six-Day War|1967 war]], through the [[War of Attrition]] and concluding with the [[Yom Kippur War|1973 war]] in the [[Golan Heights]], represent an aspect of military history. Among the most notable are the Jordanian Alvis Saladin armoured vehicle, the [[T-54/T-55|T-55]] tank utilised by Egypt, Syria and Iraq, and the [[T-62|T-62 tank]].', 99 => '', 100 => '=== King Abdullah II Hall ===', 101 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum Jordan 5.jpg|thumb|King Abdullah II Hall.]]', 102 => 'The collection includes a [[Bell AH-1 Cobra|Cobra helicopter]], a [[Chieftain (tank)|Khalid ibn al-Walid tank]], and military equipment utilised by King Abdullah II during his tenure in the Jordanian Armored Corps.<ref name=":0" />', 103 => '', 104 => '=== Sectional Tank Lounge ===', 105 => 'The exhibit includes a bisected Jordanian [[M48 Patton|M48 Patton tank]], allowing visitors to observe its interior, which contains the remains of soldiers and ammunition that were originally housed within. Additionally, the display features the tank's engine and a selection of different types of shells used in various tank models.', 106 => '', 107 => '=== Support and Operations Lounge ===', 108 => 'The document outlines the auxiliary services provided by tanks, detailing the associated management structures and the training programs established for the use of auxiliary weapons. Furthermore, it presents a conceptual model of the battlefield operations room.<ref name=":2" />', 109 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 67.jpg|thumb|Tank Lounge in battle.]]', 110 => '', 111 => '=== Tank Lounge in combat ===', 112 => 'The exhibit illustrates the operational principles of tanks using [[Sound effect|audiovisual]] effects and showcases a variety of military vehicles. This includes reconnaissance vehicles, tanks equipped with anti-aircraft weapons, motorized infantry units designed to neutralize enemy strongholds, and support guns utilized to facilitate breakthroughs.', 113 => '', 114 => '=== International Hall ===', 115 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 103.jpg|thumb|International Hall.]]', 116 => 'The collection includes tanks from both Eastern and Western countries, acquired through gifts or military exchange programs. The tanks are categorized by their origin, with those from Western [[NATO]] countries grouped together and those from Eastern [[Warsaw Pact]] countries classified separately. Notable examples in the collection include the Soviet Iosif Stalin III, [[BMP-1]], [[PT-76]], T-34, T-54, [[T-64]], and [[T-72]] tanks, as well as the American [[M22 Locust]] and [[M41 Walker Bulldog|M41 tanks,]] along with the [[M36 tank destroyer|M36]] and [[M50 Ontos|M50 Ontos tank]] destroyers. Additionally, the British [[Chieftain (tank)|Chieftain]], [[Conqueror (tank)|Conqueror]], and [[Comet (tank)|Comet]] tanks are prominently featured.<ref name=":5">I[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5FKjVuh2Ew nternational Hall- Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200110022657/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5FKjVuh2Ew Archived] January 10, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 117 => '', 118 => '=== King Abdullah II Center for Design and Development Hall ===', 119 => 'The museum features a section dedicated to Jordanian local [[Arms industry|military industries]], developed by the King Abdullah II [[Jordan Design and Development Bureau|Design and Development Bureau]]. This area showcases several armored vehicles, including the Mard and Jawad, as well as the Stallion, [[United Nations peacekeeping|which are employed in peacekeeping operations]], internal security, and patrol duties. Additionally, the exhibition includes multi-purpose military vehicles such as the Desert Lily, Lynx, and Beast, all of which are four-wheel-drive armored vehicles.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pugZA1IC5ec King Abdullah II Center for Design and Development - Royal Tank Museum] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200110022709/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pugZA1IC5ec Archived] January 10, 2020 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 120 => '', 121 => '== Museum collections ==', 122 => '[[File:King Hussein's speech after the Battle of Karameh 1968.ogg|thumb|From King Hussein's speech at the Battle of Karama in 1968, heard in the museum.]]', 123 => 'The museum's collections encompass an [[archive]] of personal and official documents, photographs depicting battles and members of the Jordanian Armed Forces, as well as [[film]] and [[video]] materials. It also features [[Oral tradition|oral history recordings]], including battle speeches that visitors can hear during their tours of the respective historical periods. A notable [[Art|artistic]] collection is displayed, including a panorama of the Arab Revolt and three-dimensional scenes from battles within sections dedicated to Jerusalem, the Royal Armored Corps, and the Battle of Karama, among other artworks.<ref>[https://www.reuters.com/video/2018/02/26/?videoId=404369084 The Royal Tank Museum tells Jordan's military history | Reuters] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180628153940/https://www.reuters.com/video/2018/02/26?videoId=404369084 Archived] June 28, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 124 => '', 125 => 'Additionally, the museum houses a library containing numerous military books and research conducted by its research center.<ref>[https://www.addustour.com/articles/995710-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83-%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D8%A8%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B7%D9%82%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%82%D8%A7%D8%A8%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%86-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%B9%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86 Royal Tank Museum | Al-Dustour Newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180215050125/http://www.addustour.com/articles/995710-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83-%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%AA%D8%AA%D8%AD-%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A-%D8%A8%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B7%D9%82%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%82%D8%A7%D8%A8%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%86-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%B9%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86 Archived] February 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://nin9productions.com/royal-tank-museum Royal Tank Museum | Nine Production] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180628182039/https://nin9productions.com/royal-tank-museum Archived] June 28, 2018, at the [https://web.archive.org/web/20180628182039/https://nin9productions.com/royal-tank-museum Wayback Machine.]</ref> It features specialized halls that narrate [[History of Jordan|events from Jordanian]], regional, and global history, offering an educational and engaging experience for visitors through visual and audio technologies. The museum has also published calendars that highlight a curated selection of exhibits showcasing tanks from World War II, photographed in various locations throughout Jordan.<ref>[https://www.jordanheritage.jo/king-abdullah-ii-and-heritage/ Jordan's Legacy - A Priority on the Royal Agenda | Jordan's Legacy] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180305134739/http://jordanheritage.jo/king-abdullah-ii-and-heritage/ Archived] October 24, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 126 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 11 Panorama.jpg|center|thumb|900x900px|A 3D panorama depicting the events of the Great Arab Revolt at the South Jordan Theater, and a rare Rolls-Royce military car used by Prince Faisal during World War I.]]', 127 => 'The following list comprises the names of the majority of tanks and armored vehicles on display, most of which were produced in the [[Soviet Union]]/[[Russia]], [[Nazi Germany]], [[United Kingdom|Britain]], or the [[United States]]. Additionally, the list includes vehicles that have been modified, reproduced, or renamed in Jordan and the [[Middle East]],<ref>[http://www.moqatel.com/openshare/Behoth/Dwal-Modn1/Jordan/sec09.doc_cvt.htm Jordan Armed Forces Page | The Fighter's Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20170908154309/http://www.moqatel.com/openshare/Behoth/Dwal-Modn1/Jordan/sec09.doc_cvt.htm Archived] September 08, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> as well as a considerable number of other weapons, including cannons, transport vehicles, support vehicles, military motorcycles, and others.', 128 => '', 129 => '=== Middle East Group ===', 130 => '{| class="wikitable"', 131 => '!State', 132 => '!Military Machine', 133 => '!Type', 134 => '!Photo', 135 => '!Country of origin', 136 => '!Notes', 137 => '|-', 138 => '|[[Jordan]]', 139 => '|[[Ratel IFV]]', 140 => '|Infantry Fighting Vehicle', 141 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 157.jpg|frameless]]', 142 => '|{{Flag|South Africa}}', 143 => '|It was produced in the 1970s at a time when the South African government was internationally accused of practicing apartheid policies.<ref>[http://armstrade.sipri.org/armstrade/page/trade_register.php Arms Trade - SIPRI | Jordan] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180708041400/http://armstrade.sipri.org/armstrade/page/trade_register.php Archived] July 08, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/south_africa/ratel Ratel Armored Fighting Vehicle (1974) | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715011710/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/South_Africa/ratel/ Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 144 => '|-', 145 => '|[[Jordan]]', 146 => '|[[Marmon-Herrington armoured car]]', 147 => '|Light Armored Vehicle', 148 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 124.jpg|frameless]]', 149 => '|{{Flag|South Africa}}', 150 => '{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 151 => '|Entered service in 1940. Used by Jordan against Israel in the 1948 war.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/south_africa/Marmon-Herrington_MkII.php Marmon-Herrington Mk.I and II | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180108052625/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/south_africa/Marmon-Herrington_MkII.php Archived] January 08, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 152 => '|-', 153 => '|[[Jordan]]', 154 => '|[[Otter Light Reconnaissance Car]]', 155 => '|Light Reconnaissance Vehicle', 156 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 125.jpg|frameless]]', 157 => '|{{Flag|Canada}}', 158 => '|It entered service in 1941 and was used for reconnaissance during World War II, by the British Mandate government in Palestine for police, and by Jordan against Israel in the 1948 war.<ref>[http://the.shadock.free.fr/Surviving_Otter_LRC.pdf Surviving Otter Light Reconnaissance Cars | The Shadock's website] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180709155529/http://the.shadock.free.fr/Surviving_Otter_LRC.pdf Archived] July 09, 2018 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>O[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/canada/Otter_light_armoured_car.php tter light reconnaissance car | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180717154236/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/canada/Otter_light_armoured_car.php Archived] July 17, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 159 => '|-', 160 => '|[[Jordan]]', 161 => '|[[Alvis Saladin]]', 162 => '|Armored vehicle', 163 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 52.jpg|frameless]]', 164 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 165 => '|It was produced in 1958 and used by several Arab armies. Participated against Israel in the 1967 war.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/coldwar/UK/Alvis_Saladin.php Alvis Saladin | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715123137/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/UK/Alvis_Saladin.php Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 166 => '|-', 167 => '|[[Jordan]]', 168 => '|[[Ordnance QF 25-pounder]]', 169 => '|[[Field gun]] [[Howitzer]]', 170 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 132.jpg|frameless]]', 171 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 172 => '|He participated in the battles of Jerusalem in 1948 against Israeli forces, as well as in the Battle of Karama in 1968.<ref>[http://alsaa.net/article-41857 "Dignity" is the first victory. Testimonies of heroes who are not afraid of death | Madar Al Hour] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180717154019/http://alsaa.net/article-41857 Archived] July 17, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 173 => '|-', 174 => '|[[Jordan]]', 175 => '|[[Charioteer (tank)|Charioteer]]', 176 => '|[[Cruiser tank]][[Tank destroyer]]', 177 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 127.jpg|frameless]]', 178 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 179 => '|It entered service in 1950 as a development of the British Cromwell tank. It was used by the Jordanian army in the 1950s and was later sold to Lebanon, where it was later used by several parties in the Lebanese Civil War.', 180 => '|-', 181 => '|[[Jordan]]', 182 => '|[[Challenger 1]]', 183 => '|Main Battle Tank', 184 => '|[[File:Al Hussein Tank RTM Amman.png|frameless]]', 185 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 186 => '{{Flag|Jordan}}', 187 => '|Jordan has been modifying the Challenger 1 tank since 1983. It currently owns 390 of them.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/coldwar/UK/FV-4101_Charioteer_tank_destroyer.php FV4101 Charioteer | Tanks Encyclopedia] [[:ar:واي_باك_مشين|Archived]] July 16, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 188 => '|-', 189 => '|[[Jordan]]', 190 => '|[[Chieftain (tank)|Khalid ibn al-Walid]]', 191 => '|Main Battle Tank', 192 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 60.jpg|frameless]]', 193 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 194 => '{{Flag|Jordan}}', 195 => '|Jordan has been modifying the Chieftain tank gun since 1981, introducing an advanced fire control system. Jordan has 274 of these tanks.<ref>[https://sarabic.ae/20170402/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A3%D8%B3%D9%84%D8%AD%D8%A9-1023209190.html Powerful Weapons of the Royal Jordanian Land Forces | Sputnik Arabic] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180701140249/https://arabic.sputniknews.com/military/201704021023209190-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A3%D8%B3%D9%84%D8%AD%D8%A9/ Archived] July 01, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>[https://tanknutdave.com/the-british-chieftain-main-battle-tank/ The British Chieftain Tank | Tanknutdave.com] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180701140321/http://tanknutdave.com/the-british-chieftain-main-battle-tank/ Archived] July 01, 2018 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 196 => '|-', 197 => '|[[Jordan]]', 198 => '|[[Daimler Dingo]]', 199 => '|Reconnaissance tank', 200 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 129.jpg|frameless]]', 201 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 202 => '|A four-wheel-drive armored vehicle produced in Britain between 1940 and 1945. Other countries continued to produce it until 1968, and it was used by Jordan in the 1950s.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/gb/Daimler_Dingo.php Daimler Dingo | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180716165552/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/Daimler_Dingo.php Archived] July 16, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 203 => '|-', 204 => '|[[Jordan]]', 205 => '|[[Centurion (tank)|Centurion]]', 206 => '|Main Battle Tank', 207 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 59.jpg|frameless]]', 208 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 209 => '|It participated against Israel on the Golan front in the 1973 war as part of the 40th Armored Brigade.<ref>[https://www.addustour.com/articles/622293-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AD%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%B3%D9%84-%D9%82%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AA%D9%87-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%B1%D8%BA%D9%85-%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%83%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%B1-%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%89-%D8%A3%D8%B7%D9%88%D9%84-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D9%85%D8%B9-%D8%A5%D8%B3%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D9%84 Hawiyan: Jordan sent its troops to the Syrian front despite its great duty on the longest fronts with Israel | Al-Dustour newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20191217033529/https://www.addustour.com/articles/622293-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AD%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%B3%D9%84-%D9%82%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AA%D9%87-%D9%84%D9%84%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B3%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%B1%D8%BA%D9%85-%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%83%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%B1-%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%89-%D8%A3%D8%B7%D9%88%D9%84-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D8%A8%D9%87%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D9%85%D8%B9-%D8%A5%D8%B3%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%8A%D9%84 Archived] December 17, 2019, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 210 => '|-', 211 => '|[[Jordan]]', 212 => '|[[Centurion (tank)|Tariq bin Ziyad]]', 213 => '|Main Battle Tank', 214 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 28.jpg|frameless]]', 215 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 216 => '{{Flag|Jordan}}', 217 => '|Jordan has been modifying the Centurion since 1986, introducing an advanced fire control system to the tank's gun, which includes a laser rangefinder and a wind sensor. The tank's engine was replaced with a more advanced one and the original suspension was replaced with an air-hydraulic system. Jordan has 293 of these tanks.', 218 => '|-', 219 => '|[[Jordan]]', 220 => '|[[Archer (tank destroyer)]]', 221 => '|[[Self-propelled artillery]]', 222 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 126.jpg|frameless]]', 223 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 224 => '|It went into production in 1943 and was installed on the Valentine tank during World War II. It was also used by several Arab armies, such as the Egyptian army during the 1956 Tripartite Aggression.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/gb/Archer_17pdr_SPG.php Archer, Self Propelled 17 Pdr Anti-tank gun | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20201017181425/https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/Archer_17pdr_SPG.php Archived] October 17, 2020 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 225 => '|-', 226 => '|[[Jordan]]', 227 => '|[[Humber armoured car]]', 228 => '|Armored car', 229 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 120.jpg|frameless]]', 230 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 231 => '|Produced in 1941, it fought against Israel in the 1948 war.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/gb/Humber_Armoured_Car.php Humber Armored Car | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://tank-afv.com/ww2/gb/Humber_Armoured_Car.php Archived] July 16, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 232 => '|-', 233 => '|[[Jordan]]', 234 => '|[[M4 Sherman]]', 235 => '|Medium tank', 236 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 44.jpg|frameless]]', 237 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 238 => '|The first tank to serve in the Royal Jordanian Land Forces since 1942.<ref>[https://www.militaryfactory.com/armor/by-country.php?Nation=Jordan Jordan Land Systems List (Current and Former Types)] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715123546/https://www.militaryfactory.com/armor/by-country.asp?Nation=Jordan Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 239 => '|-', 240 => '|[[Jordan]]', 241 => '|[[M42 Duster]]', 242 => '|[[Self-propelled anti-aircraft weapon]]', 243 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 138.jpg|frameless]]', 244 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 245 => '|It participated against Israel in the 1968 Battle of Karama. One of them was recently sunk in the waters of the Gulf of Aqaba for tourism and environmental purposes.<ref>[https://diveaqaba.com/content/m42-duster-anti-aircraft-vehicle M42 Duster Anti-Aircraft Vehicle | Dive Aqaba] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715123055/http://diveaqaba.com/content/m42-duster-anti-aircraft-vehicle Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 246 => '|-', 247 => '|[[Jordan]]', 248 => '|[[M47 Patton]]', 249 => '|Main Battle Tank', 250 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 131.jpg|frameless]]', 251 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 252 => '|It participated against Israel in the Battle of Karama in 1968 and before that in the 1967 war.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/us/m47_patton.php 90mm Gun Tank M47 Patton II | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153606/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/M47_Patton.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 253 => '|-', 254 => '|[[Jordan]]', 255 => '|[[M48 Patton]]', 256 => '|Main Battle Tank', 257 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 134.jpg|frameless]]', 258 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 259 => '|It participated against Israel in the Battle of Karama in 1968 and before that in the 1967 war.<ref>[http://www.moqatel.com/openshare/Behoth/Siasia2/Harb67Misr/sec12.doc_cvt.htm The War on the Jordanian Front | The Fighter's Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20160304193544/http://www.moqatel.com/openshare/Behoth/Siasia2/Harb67Misr/sec12.doc_cvt.htm Archived] March 04, 2016, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 260 => '|-', 261 => '|[[Jordan]]', 262 => '|[[M60 tank]]', 263 => '|Main Battle Tank', 264 => '|[[File:Eager Lion '15 concludes with monumental military demonstration 150518-A-XL223-001 M60 Phoenix.jpg|frameless]]', 265 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 266 => '{{Flag|Jordan}}', 267 => '|Jordan has been modifying the M-60 Patton tank since 2003 with different armor and armament that improves accuracy when firing on the move. It has 182 of these tanks.<ref>[https://www.military-today.com/tanks/m60_phoenix.htm M60 Phoenix Main Battle Tank | Military-Today.com] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180114210843/http://www.military-today.com/tanks/m60_phoenix.htm Archived] January 14, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 268 => '|-', 269 => '|[[Jordan]]', 270 => '|[[M113 armored personnel carrier]]', 271 => '|Troop carrier', 272 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 150.jpg|frameless]]', 273 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 274 => '|An amphibious tracked troop carrier that participated against Israel in the 1967 and 1973 wars, and was also used by Israel in the same wars and in the 1982 invasion of Lebanon.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/coldwar/US/M113_APC.php M113 APC (1961) | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180612202154/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/M113_APC.php Archived] June 12, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 275 => '|-', 276 => '|[[Israel]]', 277 => '|[[AMX-13]]', 278 => '|Light Tank', 279 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 51.jpg|frameless]]', 280 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 281 => '|It entered service in 1952, and was used by Israel in the 1956 War, the 1967 War, and the 1973 War on the Sinai, Golan, and Jordan fronts. It was also used by many parties in the Lebanese civil war.', 282 => '|-', 283 => '|[[Israel]]', 284 => '|[[Centurion (tank)]]', 285 => '|Main Battle Tank', 286 => '|[[File:Karama aftermath 2.jpg|frameless]]', 287 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 288 => '|It participated against Jordan in the Battle of Karama in 1968, and a number of them were destroyed and withdrawn to Amman. Participated in the 1967 and 1973 wars.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/israel Israeli Tanks | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705143009/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/Israeli-Tanks.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 289 => '|-', 290 => '|[[Israel]]', 291 => '|[[Super Sherman]]', 292 => '|Main Battle Tank', 293 => '|[[File:Latrun 161112 Sherman I.jpg|frameless]]', 294 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 295 => '|It participated against Jordan in the Battle of Karama in 1968, and a number of them were destroyed and withdrawn to Amman. Participated in the 1967 and 1973 wars.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/israel Israeli Tanks | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705143009/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/Israeli-Tanks.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 296 => '|-', 297 => '|[[Syria]]', 298 => '|[[T-54/T-55|T-55]]', 299 => '|Main Battle Tank', 300 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 54.jpg|frameless]]', 301 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 302 => '|Participated against Israel on the Golan front in the 1973 war.<ref>[https://www.historynet.com/yom-kippur-war-sacrificial-stand-in-the-golan-heights/?f Yom Kippur War: Sacrificial Stand in the Golan Heights | History Net] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180709155449/http://www.historynet.com/yom-kippur-war-sacrificial-stand-in-the-golan-heights.htm Archived] July 09, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 303 => '|-', 304 => '|[[Egypt]]', 305 => '|[[T-62]]', 306 => '|Main Battle Tank', 307 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 55.jpg|frameless]]', 308 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 309 => '|It participated against Israel on the Sinai front in the 1973 war.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/egypt Egyptian Tanks | Tanks Encyclopedia] [[:ar:واي_باك_مشين|Archived]] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 310 => '|}', 311 => '', 312 => '=== Global Military Tanks ===', 313 => '{| class="wikitable"', 314 => '!State', 315 => '!Military Machine', 316 => '!Type', 317 => '!Photo', 318 => '!Country of origin', 319 => '!Notes', 320 => '|-', 321 => '|[[Germany]]', 322 => '|[[Panther tank]]', 323 => '|Medium Tank', 324 => '|[[File:Panther II.Fort Knox.jpg|frameless]]', 325 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 326 => '|Operational from 1943 until the end of World War II in 1945, it was intended as a counter to the Soviet T-34 tank and to replace older German tanks such as the Panzer III and Panzer IV.<ref>Jentz, der deutsche Panther-Panzer: Das Streben nach Vorherrschaft im Kampf, S. 17</ref>', 327 => '|-', 328 => '|[[Germany]]', 329 => '|[[Panzer IV]]', 330 => '|Medium Tank', 331 => '|[[File:SdKfz161-1-1.jpg|frameless]]', 332 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 333 => '|Operational from 1939 until the end of World War II in 1945, it was designed as an infantry support tank and was not originally intended to engage enemy armor, but it served as a battle tank against the Soviet T-34 battle tank. It was one of the most exported German tanks of the period.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/germany/panzer_iv.php Panzer IV | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705175604/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/Panzer_IV.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 334 => '|-', 335 => '|[[Germany]]', 336 => '|[[Jagdpanther]]', 337 => '|Light [[Tank destroyer]]', 338 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 160.jpg|frameless]]', 339 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 340 => '|This destroyer entered service in 1944 and is based on the Panther tank design.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/Jagdpanther.php Jagdpanther | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715011411/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/Jagdpanther.php Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 341 => '|-', 342 => '|[[Germany]]', 343 => '|8.8 cm Flak 18/36/37/[[41st Annual Grammy Awards|41]]', 344 => '|Anti-aircraft and anti-tank gun', 345 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 159.jpg|frameless]]', 346 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 347 => '|It was introduced in 1932. It was one of the most famous and powerful weapons of World War II, and was known for its accuracy and intensity of fire and the ability of its shells to penetrate various armor, so it was manufactured in large numbers.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20181002163042/https://www.lasegundaguerra.com/viewtopic.php?t=3271 "Cañones para Hitler en A Coruña: el Monte de San Pedro".] Archived from the [https://www.lasegundaguerra.com/viewtopic.php?t=3271 original] on 2018-10-02. Accessed 2014-12-23.</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20180927233137/http://www.lonesentry.com/manuals/88mm-antiaircraft-gun/ "TM E9-369A: German 88-mm Antiaircraft Gun Materiel - Technical Manual, U.S. War Department, June] 29, 1943 (Lone Sentry)". Archived from the [http://www.lonesentry.com/manuals/88mm-antiaircraft-gun/ original] on 2018-09-27. Accessed 2014-12-23.</ref>', 348 => '|-', 349 => '|[[Germany]]', 350 => '|''[[Sd.Kfz. 2]]''', 351 => '|[[Motorcycle]] [[Half-track]]', 352 => '|[[File:SdKfz 2 Kettenkrad at the Tank Museum, Bovington.jpg|frameless]]', 353 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 354 => '|Produced in 1939, it was used on several fronts in World War II, such as the Eastern and Western Fronts and the North African Theater.<ref>[https://lyonairmuseum.org/exhibits/military-motorcycles/ 1943 German NSU Kettenkrad HK 101 Tracked Motorcycle | Lyon Air] Museum [https://web.archive.org/web/20201017180117/http://lyonairmuseum.org/exhibits/military-motorcycles Archived] October 17, 2020 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 355 => '|-', 356 => '|[[Germany]]', 357 => '|[[Hetzer]]', 358 => '|Light [[Tank destroyer]]', 359 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 158.jpg|frameless]]', 360 => '|{{Flag|Nazi Germany}}', 361 => '|This destroyer was built in 1943 based on the design of the Czechoslovakian Panzer 38 light tank and the Romanian Marshall tank destroyer.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/jagdpanzer-38_hetzer.php Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153613/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/nazi_germany/Jagdpanzer-38_Hetzer.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 362 => '|-', 363 => '|[[South Africa]]', 364 => '|[[Eland armoured car]]', 365 => '|Light Armored Vehicle', 366 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 169.jpg|frameless]]', 367 => '|{{Flag|South Africa}}', 368 => '|This 4x4 armored vehicle was introduced in 1962 and is based on the design of the Benhard AML 4x4 armored vehicle.<ref>[https://www.sandstone-estates.com/index.php/military-vehicles/40-military-vehicles/2829-restoration-of-the-eland-60 Sandstone-estates.com] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180711185713/http://www.sandstone-estates.com/index.php/military-vehicles/40-military-vehicles/2829-restoration-of-the-eland-60 Archived] July 11, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 369 => '|-', 370 => '|[[South Africa]]', 371 => '|[[Ratel IFV]]', 372 => '|Infantry vehicle', 373 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 157.jpg|frameless]]', 374 => '|{{Flag|South Africa}}', 375 => '|It was produced in 1977 and has been involved in a number of conflicts, African civil wars and the Yemen War. Jordan has been using it since 2003.<ref>Steve, Pinetown: 30 Degrees South, p. 160–180</ref>', 376 => '|-', 377 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 378 => '|[[Churchill tank]]', 379 => '|Heavy [[Infantry tank]]', 380 => '|[[File:Churchilltank.jpg|frameless]]', 381 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 382 => '|The British developed it so that it could beat the German Tiger-1 tank in the North African theater.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/churchill-na-75 Churchill NA 75 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153619/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/churchill-na-75 Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 383 => '|-', 384 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 385 => '|[[Chieftain (tank)]]', 386 => '|Main Battle Tank', 387 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 82.jpg|frameless]]', 388 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 389 => '|It entered service in 1966 and was the UK's main battle tank during the 1970s before being replaced by the Challenger 1. It served in several armies in the region, including Jordan, Iraq, Iran and Israel.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/coldwar/UK/chieftain.php FV4201 Chieftain | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180112044731/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/UK/chieftain.php Archived] January 12, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 390 => '|-', 391 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 392 => '|[[Valentine tank]]', 393 => '|[[Infantry tank]]', 394 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 35.jpg|frameless]]', 395 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 396 => '|', 397 => '|-', 398 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 399 => '|[[Crusader tank]]', 400 => '|[[Cruiser tank]]', 401 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 109.jpg|frameless]]', 402 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 403 => '|It was produced in 1941 and served in the North African Theater during World War II, and was replaced by the M3 Lee Grant in the Battle of El Alamein.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/gb/Cruiser-MkVI_Crusader.php Crusader, Cruiser Mk.VI, A15 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180716140616/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/Cruiser-MkVI_Crusader.php Archived] July 16, 2018 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 404 => '|-', 405 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 406 => '|[[Comet (tank)]]', 407 => '|[[Cruiser tank]]', 408 => '|[[File:Comet tank 1.jpg|frameless]]', 409 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 410 => '|It was produced in 1943 as a development of the British Cromwell tank to counter the German Panther and Tiger-1 tanks.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/a34-cruiser-tank-comet-mark-i Comet, Cruiser Tank, A34 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705150736/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/a34-cruiser-tank-comet-mark-i Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 411 => '|-', 412 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 413 => '|[[Conqueror (tank)]]', 414 => '|Heavy Tank', 415 => '|[[File:Bovington 154 Conqueror 1.jpg|frameless]]', 416 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 417 => '|A heavy tank produced against the Soviet Iosif Stalin in the post-World War II period in 1955, its role was to provide long-range anti-tank support to the British Centurion tank.<ref name=":5" />', 418 => '|-', 419 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 420 => '|[[Loyd Carrier]]', 421 => '|[[Armoured personnel carrier]]', 422 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 37.jpg|frameless]]', 423 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 424 => '|', 425 => '|-', 426 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 427 => '|Mark 1', 428 => '|Heavy Tank', 429 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 33.jpg|frameless]]', 430 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 431 => '|The world's first manufactured tank. It participated in World War I against the Germans for the first time on the French front in 1916, but it suffered from multiple issues due to its primitive nature.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww1/gb/tank_mki.php Tank Mark I | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705175517/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww1/gb/tank_MkI.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 432 => '|-', 433 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 434 => '|[[Matilda I (tank)]]', 435 => '|[[Infantry tank]]', 436 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 36.jpg|frameless]]', 437 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 438 => '|Production began in 1937 and continued until 1940, with a total of 140 tanks produced.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/matilda-mki.php Matilda, Infantry Tank Mk.I, A11 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20190217030137/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/gb/Matilda-MkI.php Archived] February 17, 2019 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 439 => '|-', 440 => '|[[United Kingdom]]', 441 => '|[[Universal Carrier]]', 442 => '|[[Armoured personnel carrier]]', 443 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 139.jpg|frameless]]', 444 => '|{{Flag|United Kingdom}}', 445 => '{{Flag|Canada}}', 446 => '|', 447 => '|-', 448 => '|[[Russia]]', 449 => '|[[SU-100]]', 450 => '|Tank Destroyer', 451 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum Jordan 3.jpg|frameless]]', 452 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 453 => '|It was developed in 1943 based on the design of the T-34 tank. It was heavily used at the end of World War II, the Suez Crisis, the 1967 War, the 1973 War, and the Yemen War.<ref>Higgins، David R. (2014). Jagdpanther vs SU-100. Eastern Front 1945. Osprey Publishing</ref><ref>[http://members.multimania.co.uk/oklop/su100.htm Lovac tenkova SU-100] [https://web.archive.org/web/20120202222134/http://members.multimania.co.uk/oklop/su100.htm Archived] February 2, 2012 at the [[Wayback Machine]]. members.multimania.co.uk. Retrieved on 2012-04-14.</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20200112004149/https://www.uskowioniran.com/2015/04/wwii-era-soviet-armor-engaged-in-yemen.html "WWII era Soviet armor engaged in Yemen conflict]". Archived from the [https://www.uskowioniran.com/2015/04/wwii-era-soviet-armor-engaged-in-yemen.html original] on 2020-01-12.</ref>', 454 => '|-', 455 => '|[[Russia]]', 456 => '|[[IS tank family]]', 457 => '|Heavy Tank', 458 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 162.jpg|frameless]]', 459 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 460 => '|It began to be used globally in 1943. In the Middle East, it was part of the Egyptian forces in the 1967 war against Israel.<ref>Al-Bitar, The Political and Military Encyclopedia: Part V, p. 1724</ref>', 461 => '|-', 462 => '|[[Russia]]', 463 => '|[[BMP-1]]', 464 => '|[[Armoured fighting vehicle]]', 465 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 167.jpg|frameless]]', 466 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 467 => '|An amphibious vehicle that entered service in 1966. It was used in the 1973 war, the Lebanese Civil War, the Syrian crisis, and the Ukrainian revolution. Jordan has used the BMP-2 since 1987.', 468 => '|-', 469 => '|[[Russia]]', 470 => '|[[BRDM-2]]', 471 => '|[[Amphibious vehicle]]', 472 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 56.jpg|frameless]]', 473 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 474 => '|', 475 => '|-', 476 => '|[[Russia]]', 477 => '|[[T-34]]', 478 => '|Medium Tank', 479 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 112.jpg|frameless]]', 480 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 481 => '|Introduced in 1940, it was instrumental in ending World War II on the Eastern Front and protecting Moscow from falling to the Germans.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/soviet/soviet_t34-85 T-34-85 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153616/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/soviet/soviet_T34-85.php Archived] July 05, 2018 at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 482 => '|-', 483 => '|[[Russia]]', 484 => '|[[T-50 tank]]', 485 => '|Light [[Infantry tank]]', 486 => '|[[File:T-126SP-1.jpg|frameless]]', 487 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 488 => '|A very limited number were manufactured in 1941 due to their high cost, complexity of design, and difficulty in mobility, although they did incorporate upgrades from earlier Soviet tanks.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ T-50 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180711151916/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/soviet/soviet_T50.php Archived] July 11, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 489 => '|-', 490 => '|[[Russia]]', 491 => '|[[T-64]]', 492 => '|Main Battle Tank', 493 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 76.jpg|frameless]]', 494 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 495 => '|Production began in 1964. It is considered a second generation main battle tank.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ T-64 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180715012902/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/USSR/soviet_T-64.php Archived] July 15, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 496 => '|-', 497 => '|[[Russia]]', 498 => '|[[T-72]]', 499 => '|Main Battle Tank', 500 => '|[[File:Kampfpanzer T 72.JPG|frameless]]', 501 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 502 => '|Production began in 1971. It is considered a second generation main battle tank.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20171019041534/https://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/row/t72tank.htm "T72 Tank". Fas.org]. Archived from the [https://man.fas.org/dod-101/sys/land/row/t72tank.htm original] on 2017-10-19. Accessed on 2014-11-15.</ref>', 503 => '|-', 504 => '|[[Russia]]', 505 => '|[[Strela (rocket)]]', 506 => '|[[Surface-to-air missile]]', 507 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 68.jpg|frameless]]', 508 => '|{{Flag|Soviet Union}}', 509 => '|It was introduced in 1976 and has been used in several conflicts, including the Syrian crisis.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20180817120319/https://www.defense.gov/News/Transcripts/Transcript-View/Article/1493749/department-of-defense-press-briefing-by-pentagon-chief-spokesperson-dana-w-whit/ "Department of Defense Press Briefing by Pentagon Chief Spokesperson]". U.S. Department of Defense. Archived from the [https://www.defense.gov/News/Transcripts/Transcript/Article/1493749/department-of-defense-press-briefing-by-pentagon-chief-spokesperson-dana-w-whit/ original] on 2018-08-17. Accessed on 2018-04-23.</ref>', 510 => '|-', 511 => '|[[France]]', 512 => '|[[AMX-30]]', 513 => '|Main Battle Tank', 514 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 83.jpg|frameless]]', 515 => '|{{Flag|France}}', 516 => '|It was introduced in 1966.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/coldwar/France/AMX-30.php AMX-30 | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20171231042828/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/France/AMX-30.php Archived] December 31, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 517 => '|-', 518 => '|[[France]]', 519 => '|[[Panhard EBR]]', 520 => '|Armored vehicle', 521 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 85.jpg|frameless]]', 522 => '|{{Flag|France}}', 523 => '|This eight-wheeled armored vehicle was typical of the French army during the 1950s. It was later found to be too heavy for many missions and could be driven in opposite directions.<ref>Ogorkiewicz, R. M. AFV Weapons Profile 039 Panhard Armoured Cars (Windsor, Berks: Profile Publications).</ref>', 524 => '|-', 525 => '|[[United States]]', 526 => '|[[M3 Lee]]', 527 => '|Medium Tank', 528 => '|[[File:M3-Lee-latrun-2.jpg|frameless]]', 529 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 530 => '|Produced in 1941, it was the beginning of the United States' assistance to the Allied forces in World War II.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/us/m3_lee_grant.php Medium Tank M3 Lee/Grant | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153627/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/US/M3_Lee_Grant.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 531 => '|-', 532 => '|[[United States]]', 533 => '|[[M4 Sherman]]', 534 => '|Medium Tank', 535 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 111.jpg|frameless]]', 536 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 537 => '|A medium tank that began production in 1942, it was the most produced tank of World War II with more production than all tanks in the Third Reich for the entire war period. It was simple, uncomplicated, and armored, although it was not very efficient.<ref>Abdel Fattah, Atlas of the Two World Wars: Land, War and Peace, p. 441</ref>', 538 => '|-', 539 => '|[[United States]]', 540 => '|[[M8 Greyhound]]', 541 => '|Lightly armored six-wheel drive', 542 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 113.jpg|frameless]]', 543 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 544 => '|It was produced in 1942.<ref>[https://tank-afv.com/ww2/US/M8_Greyhound.php Armored Car M8 Greyhound | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153610/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/US/M8_Greyhound.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 545 => '|-', 546 => '|[[United States]]', 547 => '|[[M22 Locust]]', 548 => '|Light Tank', 549 => '|[[File:M22 Locust light tank at Bovington.jpg|frameless]]', 550 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 551 => '|It was produced in 1941 when the U.S. Ordnance Department received a request from the British War Office and began working on design and production. It was used by the Allies in World War II and by Egyptian forces in the 1948 war.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/us/light-tank-airborne-m22-locust Light Tank (Airborne) M22 Locust | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153624/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/US/light-tank-airborne-m22-locust Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 552 => '|-', 553 => '|[[United States]]', 554 => '|[[M36 tank destroyer]]', 555 => '|[[Tank destroyer]]', 556 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 73.jpg|frameless]]', 557 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 558 => '|Production began in 1943, and it participated in World War II in Europe a year later, the Korean War, and the Iran-Iraq War.<ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/us/m36_jackson.php 90mm GMC M36 Jackson | Tanks Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180705153621/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/US/M36_Jackson.php Archived] July 05, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 559 => '|-', 560 => '|[[United States]]', 561 => '|[[M41 Walker Bulldog]]', 562 => '|Light Tank', 563 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 163.jpg|frameless]]', 564 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 565 => '|Produced in 1952 for reconnaissance purposes. It was used by several NATO countries, Arab countries such as Jordan, Tunisia and Lebanon, and Asian and African countries. It participated in the Lebanese Civil War and the Vietnam War.<ref>Matthew, Rosen Publishing Group, New York, p. 74-79</ref><ref>Department of the Army Technical Manual FM 17-80:Tanks, 76-mm Gun M41 and M41A1. Washington 25, D. C.: Department of the Army. 1956. P. 4.</ref><ref>[https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/M41_Walker_Bulldog.php 76mm Gun Tank M41 Walker Bulldog | Tank Encyclopedia] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180716165711/http://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/US/M41_Walker_Bulldog.php Archived] July 16, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 566 => '|-', 567 => '|[[United States]]', 568 => '|[[M60 tank]]', 569 => '|Main Battle Tank', 570 => '|[[File:Royal Tank Museum 57.jpg|frameless]]', 571 => '|{{Flag|United States}}', 572 => '|Production began in 1960 and has been used by troops from NATO and allied countries such as Jordan. Egypt and Turkey are currently the largest operators in the world.<ref>[https://flyingheritage.org/Explore/The-Collection/United-States/M60A1-Patton-Main-Battle-Tank.aspx M60A1 Patton Main Battle Tank | Flying Heritage] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180623165737/https://flyingheritage.org/Explore/The-Collection/United-States/M60A1-Patton-Main-Battle-Tank.aspx Archived] June 23, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>"[https://web.archive.org/web/20180612190023/https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/egypt/army-equipment.htm Army Equipment - Egypt". Alexandria, VA: GlobalSecurity.org.] Archived from the [https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/egypt/army-equipment.htm original] on 2018-06-12. Accessed 2014-11-13.</ref><ref>"[https://web.archive.org/web/20180717183938/https://www.ntv.com.tr/turkiye/cerablusta-tanka-roket-atildi-1askersehit-oldu,_uTvidmxfUi1gFyfP9zP_Q Cerablus'ta tanka roket atıldı: 1 asker şehit oldu". NTV (بالتركية). Istanbul, Turkey: Doğuş Media Group.] [[Anadolu Agency]]. 27 Aug 2016. Archived from the [https://www.ntv.com.tr/turkiye/cerablusta-tanka-roket-atildi-1-asker-sehit-oldu,_uTvidmxfUi1gFyfP9zP_Q original] on 2018-07-17. Retrieved 2016-09-14. (بالتركية)</ref>', 573 => '|}', 574 => '', 575 => '==== Other countries ====', 576 => 'Additionally, the museum features a variety of military vehicles from several countries, including [[Sweden]], [[Canada]], [[Norway]], and [[Austria]]. The collection includes tanks, armored vehicles, and other military equipment.', 577 => '', 578 => '=== Cobra Attack Helicopter ===', 579 => '[[File:33. The Royal Tank Museum, Amman, Jordan. Interior. AH-1 Cobra Helicopter. 4 days after the official inauguration day.jpg|thumb|The Cobra helicopter hanging from the roof of the museum.]]', 580 => 'The [[Bell AH-1 Cobra|Cobra attack helicopter]], suspended in the center of the museum, stands as one of the most distinctive and prominent exhibits. King Abdullah II piloted this helicopter during his service in the Jordanian Armed Forces, reflecting his passion for aviation, which began in his youth after graduating from the [[Royal Military Academy Sandhurst]] in 1980. The helicopter remains operational, having undergone several upgrades. It has been utilized by the [[Royal Jordanian Air Force]], along with other helicopters from two Cobra [[Squadron (aviation)|squadrons]], since the 1980s as part of the combat helicopter wing, which was relocated to King Abdullah Air Base in 1999.<ref>[https://kingabdullah.jo/en/page/profile Profile | King Abdullah II Official Website] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180729013033/https://kingabdullah.jo/en/page/profile Archived] July 29, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref><ref>1[https://www.businessinsider.com/king-abduallh-jordan-badass-warrior-2017-4 1 photos showing King Abdullah II of Jordan being a total badass | Business Insider] [https://web.archive.org/web/20171222004744/http://www.businessinsider.com/king-abduallh-jordan-badass-warrior-2017-4 Archived] December 22, 2017, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 581 => '', 582 => 'The Cobra helicopter was first produced in the United States in 1967, specifically for the [[Vietnam War]]. It was employed by both the [[United States Army|U.S. military]] and [[United States Navy|navy]] and was sold to several countries, including Japan, Iran, and South Korea. Known as a "tank killer," the Cobra is equipped with eight TOW missiles, guided by optical tracking, with a range of up to 3.7 kilometers. Additionally, it is armed with 38 rocket launchers capable of hitting targets up to 6 kilometers away. The helicopter can reach speeds of up to 350 kilometers per hour.', 583 => '', 584 => '=== Jordanian Military Industries ===', 585 => '', 586 => 'Since the 1920s, the workshops of the [[Royal Maintenance Corps (Jordan)|Royal Jordanian Maintenance Corps]] have been responsible for maintaining and modifying a variety of military vehicles, including later additions of armored vehicles and tanks, to align with the operational requirements of the Jordanian Armed Forces.<ref>[http://www.rmc.mil.jo/ar/about-rmc-ar Official website of the Royal Jordanian Maintenance Corps] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180717130339/http://www.rmc.mil.jo/ar/about-rmc-ar Archived] July 17, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 587 => '[[File:Royal Tank Museum 96.jpg|thumb|The MAP2 is based on the [[Centurion (tank)|Tariq]] tank design to serve as an auxiliary to armored vehicles.]]', 588 => 'The museum features a dedicated hall highlighting Jordanian local [[Arms industry|military industries]] developed by [[Jordan Design and Development Bureau|the King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau]] (KADDB) since its establishment in 1999. <ref>[https://www.petra.gov.jo/Public_News/Nws_NewsDetails.aspx?Site_Id=2&lang=1&NewsID=150261&CatID=14&Type=Home&GType=1&1534-D83A_1933715A=3890c3c6dc8d84cd0a3bf4df8399463a061c277e King Abdullah II Center and Cadbee Group stand out at SOFEX | Jordan News Agency] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180621143752/http://www.petra.gov.jo/Public_News/Nws_NewsDetails.aspx?Site_Id=2&lang=1&NewsID=150261&CatID=14&Type=Home&GType=1&1534-D83A_1933715A=3890c3c6dc8d84cd0a3bf4df8399463a061c277e Archived] June 21, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>The bureau specializes in manufacturing various military vehicles, armored units, and equipment, as well as modifying existing models to meet the specific requirements of the Jordanian Armed Forces. KADDB is known for its expertise in armoring light, medium, and heavy vehicles to meet user specifications, and in producing custom armored vehicles that adhere to [[NATO]] protection standards. The bureau's services are utilized by over 35 countries globally.<ref>[https://www.almadenahnews.com/article/262976 Jordan enters the armored vehicle manufacturing market through its widest doors | Al Madinah News] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180621143941/http://www.almadenahnews.com/article/262976 Archived] June 21, 2018, from the original on June 21, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 589 => '', 590 => 'Among the most notable vehicles produced by KADDB are the "Mared" and "Jawad" (also known as the Stallion), which are four-wheel-drive armored vehicles used in [[United Nations peacekeeping|peacekeeping missions]], internal security operations, and patrols.<ref>[https://defence-blog.com/news/army/russia-parades-stallion-ii-light-armoured-vehicle-received-jordania.html Russia parades Stallion II light armoured vehicle received from Jordan] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180621143821/http://defence-blog.com/army/russia-parades-stallion-ii-light-armoured-vehicle-received-jordania.html Archived] June 21, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref> A number of these vehicles have been exported to various countries, including the Russian Federation. KADDB also modifies multi-purpose military vehicles, such as the MAP 2, and produces high-mobility armored vehicles like the "Washa" and "Monster." Additionally, the "Desert Iris," a vehicle with advanced capabilities that began production in 2002, has been exported to several Arab countries.<ref>[https://alrai.com/article/139592.html Providing Bahrain with four Desert Sawsanah vehicles | Al-Rai newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180621143521/http://alrai.com/article/139592.html Archived] June 21, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 591 => '', 592 => 'Furthermore, since 2008, Jordan has collaborated with Russia to enhance the armament of the [[FV101 Scorpion|FV 101]] Scorpion reconnaissance vehicle, improving its operational effectiveness.<ref>[https://www.addustour.com/articles/892604-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A7-%D9%8A%D8%B7%D9%88%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%82%D8%B1%D8%A8 Jordan and Russia develop the Scorpion tank | Al-Dustour newspaper] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200110022741/https://www.addustour.com/articles/892604-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%B1%D8%AF%D9%86-%D9%88%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B3%D9%8A%D8%A7-%D9%8A%D8%B7%D9%88%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%82%D8%B1%D8%A8 Archived] January 10, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 593 => '', 594 => '== Museum garden ==', 595 => '[[File:Royal tank museum - tank show.jpg|thumb|An M-60 Patton tank on parade in the museum's garden.]]', 596 => 'The outdoor park surrounding the Royal Tank Museum features a range of Jordanian tanks and armored vehicles used by the Jordanian Armed Forces at various times, with several having participated in historical conflicts. Notable exhibits include the British "Alvis Saladin" armored vehicle, the South African/British "[[Marmon-Herrington armoured car|Marmon-Herrington]]" armored car, and the British-made "[[Chieftain (tank)|Khalid bin al-Walid" (Chieftain)]] and "Tariq" (Centurion) tanks, as well as American-made M60 and M47 tanks. Over the years, Jordan has modified several of these vehicles.', 597 => '', 598 => 'The park spans approximately 80 [[Dunam|dunams]] (around 20 acres) and features parking areas, a tank and armored vehicle track, green spaces, display areas, outdoor walkways, and vehicle entrances. It is part of the larger King Abdullah II Gardens, managed by the Greater Amman Municipality, and forms the northwestern section of the gardens.<ref name=":6" />', 599 => '', 600 => '== Renting guns for movies ==', 601 => 'The military equipment rental section at the Royal Tank Museum is a notable feature, established in 2015 to support international film production in [[Jordan]] and beyond. This initiative aims to provide a centralized location for military equipment, facilitating the needs of filmmakers through collaboration with the [[The Royal Film Commission – Jordan|Royal Jordanian Film Commission]].', 602 => '', 603 => 'This section offers a wide array of items, including civilian and military vehicles, motorcycles, heavy tanks, armored vehicles, military trucks, supply vehicles, field artillery, small arms, ammunition, radio equipment, field gear, tents, furniture, and military uniforms.<ref>[http://rtmfilmrental.com/About-Us Film Rental Division] [https://web.archive.org/web/20180630185647/http://rtmfilmrental.com/About-Us Archived] June 30, 2018, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 604 => '', 605 => '== Collaboration with museums ==', 606 => '', 607 => '* {{Flag|Russia}} - Museum of Military Vehicles in Vadim Zodorozhny (May 7, 2018)<ref>[https://x.com/tankmuseumjo?lang=ar The Royal Tank Museum's official Twitter page] [https://web.archive.org/web/20200305203423/https://twitter.com/tankmuseumjo?lang=ar Archived] March 5, 2020, at the [[Wayback Machine|Wayback Machine.]]</ref>', 608 => '* {{Flag|United Kingdom}} - Dorset Tank Museum.', 609 => '* {{Flag|United Kingdom}} - Imperial War Museum in London', 610 => '', 611 => '== Museum management ==', 612 => 'The museum is governed by a board of trustees that includes representatives from various organizations, such as the Greater Amman Municipality, the [[Jordan Design and Development Bureau|King Abdullah II Center for Design and Development]], the [[Special Operation Forces (Jordan)|Royal Special Operations]], and the Royal Automobile Museum, among others.', 613 => '{| class="wikitable"', 614 => '!'''Museum director'''', 615 => '!'''period'''', 616 => '|-', 617 => '|Mr. Maher Al-Tarawneh', 618 => '|(2018-now)', 619 => '|}', 620 => '', 621 => '== Gallery ==', 622 => '<gallery>', 623 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 7.jpg|An illustration of a vehicle on display.', 624 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 8.jpg|Coalition and Axis tanks and vehicles.', 625 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum Jordan 3.jpg|World War II scenes from Stalingrad and Berlin', 626 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 25.jpg|Entrance to the museum.', 627 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 61.jpg|A number of tank shells.', 628 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 1A.jpg|The center of the museum from above', 629 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 41.jpg|Arab Army Hall', 630 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 123.jpg|Panorama of the Battle of Latrun 1948.', 631 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 50.jpg|Arab-Israeli Wars Lounge.', 632 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 156A.jpg|Tank clip.', 633 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 64.jpg|A model of the battlefield operations room.', 634 => 'File:Royal Tank Museum 31.jpg|Leonardo da Vinci's tank model.', 635 => '</gallery>', 636 => '', 637 => '== See also ==', 638 => '{{Portal bar|Jordan|Museums}}', 639 => '', 640 => '* [[Royal Automobile Museum]]', 641 => '* [[Special Operations Forces Exhibition]]', 642 => '== References ==', 643 => '<!-- Inline citations added to your article will automatically display here. See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WP:REFB for instructions on how to add citations. -->', 644 => '{{reflist}}', 645 => '', 646 => '== External links ==', 647 => '', 648 => '* [https://web.archive.org/web/20210125204243/http://rtm.jo/ar-jo/ Museum's official website]', 649 => '* [https://web.archive.org/web/20201121041251/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wau3b3Gy0FI An explanatory video about the Royal Tank Museum]', 650 => '* [https://web.archive.org/web/20190617094520/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOz-yNFpNQs Museum report, World of Tanks Europe]', 651 => '* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iyz515jl-sM Photo tour of the museum, Al-Ghad newspaper]', 652 => '* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=equuvPZoAxU Photo tour of the museum], Ruya Channel', 653 => '* [http://wikimapia.org/#lang=en&lat=31.908766&lon=35.924542&z=17&m=w&search=%D9%85%D8%AA%D8%AD%D9%81%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%AA%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%84%D9%83%D9%8A Aerial view of the museum in Amman], Wikimapia', 654 => '* [http://tanknutdave.com/main-battle-tanks/ Information about tanks since 1915]' ]