Often called a "land battleship", it was the only five-turreted heavy tank in the world to reach production, but proved to be slow and mechanically unreliable. Most of the T-35 tanks still operational at the time …

Feb 27, 2018 · The T-35A tank is one of history’s strangest tanks – often seen crawling across the Soviet inter-war era parade squares. This tank grabbed the hearts, souls, and imaginations of the …

By August, 11, 1933, the T-35 was standardized and accepted for production, taken up at the Kharkov Locomotive Factory. The final production design differed from the second prototype.

Unfortunately, the T-35 was plagued with mechanical problems and failures, such as a weak engine, cramped crew compartments, and thin armour of up to only 30 mm. Only 59 were produced between …

Between 1933 and 1935, twenty units were built. The experiences gained from the initial production run resulted in the T-35 Model 1935 variant design, which had longer chassis and larger 45-millimeter …

Five turrets, three cannons and six machine-guns crewed by a dozen men: This was no floating incarnation of Soviet power on the high seas but an early Red Army tank, the T-35 of the 1930s that...

Aug 16, 2025 · When you're a soldier going to war, the last thing you want to hear is that your equipment is a "deathtrap" or "total disaster." Yet, that's exactly what Russia's T-35 was. Then again, what do...

Mar 10, 2025 · In this article, we will explore 30 fascinating facts about the T-35, from its development and design to its operational history and legacy. Whether you're a history buff or a military enthusiast, …

Often called a land battleship, it was the only five-turreted heavy tank in the world to reach production, but proved to be slow and mechanically unreliable. Most of the T-35 tanks still operational at the time …

Feb 14, 2025 · Often called a land battleship, the T-35 was large, cumbersome, and prone to mechanical failure, making it possibly the worst Russian tank of all time and a strong contender for …