Type 4 Chi-To medium tank
| Type 4 Chi-To | |
|---|---|
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Length | 6.73m |
| Width | 2.87m |
| Height | 2.87m |
| Crew | 5 |
| Armor | 12-75mm |
Main armament | Type 4 75mm gun |
Secondary armament | 2x7.7mm MG |
| Engine | Air-cooled Type 4 V12 Diesel with supercharger 400 HP |
| Power/weight | - |
| Maximum speed | 45km/h |
Development of the Chi-To began in 1942, with the idea of a successor to the Shinhoto Chi-Ha. At first, it was going to be equipped with a high 57mm AT gun. However, in 1943 it was decided to design it with a 75mm AT gun in mind instead. One of the many heavy tank prototypes produced towards the end of the war, this tank never saw action in World War 2. The first prototype was produced in May 1944. Only 6 models were produced in 1945.
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sources:World War II vehicles[1]