From the rapid blitzkrieg assaults to the great battles in North Africa and the desperate clashes on the Eastern Front, tanks played a vital role in World War II, becoming one of the key components of the ‘combined arms’ philosophy of warfare. But how well do you know the most famous and infamous tanks of the period, and how their speed, armour and armament compare? Which Soviet tank proved impervious to German firepower? Which stopgap design turned out to be one of the best-armed tanks of its day?

The World War II Tank Spotter’s Guide answers all of these questions and more, providing essential information on 40 legendary tanks, such as the Panther, Sherman and T- 34. Featuring full-colour artwork to aid recognition, this is the perfect pocket guide to the Allied and Axis tanks of World War II.

It will be published on 15th of August.