Modern fighters are fast, agile, and powerful multi-role aircraft. Advanced technologies include powerful engines, complex weapons systems, and sophisticated radars. Some use thrust vectoring engines for maneuverability, others employ stealth designs
Gunpowder was invented in China around 850 CE by alchemists. Chinese fire lances were first used against Mongols. Gunpowder reached Europe via Silk Road in 13th century. Hand cannon developed in early 15th century, used by Ottomans
Main Battle Tank combines firepower and maneuverability for modern militaries. Became standard in armored regiments worldwide in 1960s. Features powerful engines, improved suspension, and light composite armor
Soviet planners organize tanks into four generations, including first generation up to 1950. American strategists classify tanks into three generations. Chinese military recognizes three generations of tanks. Rolf Hilmes saw three generations plus three intermediate generations in 1973
Based on Rolls-Royce XG-40 technology demonstrator developed in 1980s. British government and Rolls-Royce funded development costs. Eurojet consortium formed in 1986 to manage project. Total production contract for 1,400 engines for Eurofighter Typhoon
1936 Light Tank offers versatility with high Max Speed and reliability. 1941 Light Tank focuses on speed with improved automatic cannon