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How fast were World War 2 tanks?

World War 2 tanks had varying speeds depending on their design and purpose. Here are a few examples:

1. German Panzerkampfwagen III (PzKpfw III):

- Road speed: up to 37 mph (60 km/h)

- Cross-country speed: 19 mph (30 km/h)

2. Soviet T-34:

- Road speed: up to 35 mph (56 km/h)

- Cross-country speed: 18 mph (29 km/h)

3. American M4 Sherman:

- Road speed: up to 30 mph (48 km/h)

- Cross-country speed: 15 mph (24 km/h)

4. British Matilda II:

- Road speed: up to 16 mph (26 km/h)

- Cross-country speed: 8 mph (13 km/h)

5. Japanese Type 97 Chi-Ha:

- Road speed: up to 25 mph (40 km/h)

- Cross-country speed: 12 mph (19 km/h)

It's worth noting that these speeds are approximate and could vary depending on factors such as terrain, load, and mechanical condition of the tank.