The IS-3 (also known as Object 703) is a Soviet heavy tank developed in late 1944. Its semi-hemispherical cast turret (resembling that of an upturned soup bowl) became the hallmark of post-war Soviet tanks. Its pike nose design would also be mirrored by other tanks of the IS tank family such as the IS-7 and T-10.

Jun 30, 2014 · The IS-3 was the last Soviet heavy tank designed during World War Two, it introduced a new standard turret shape for Soviet designs.

The IS-3 known as Object 703 is a Soviet heavy tank developed in late 1944, and began production in May 1945. Its semi-hemispherical cast turret (resembling an upturned soup bowl), became the hallmark of post-war Soviet tanks.

Aug 1, 2022 · Explore the history of the mighty Soviet IS-3 tank - one of the most feared heavy tanks of its time. Find if this war machine was unstoppable or a paper tiger.

The IS-3 was a Cold War tank, of the same generation as the British Centurion and American Pershing. All three were conceived to fight the latest German tanks, but ended on opposite fronts and had a long Cold War career.

May 12, 2020 · Continued analysis of the combat performance of tanks, in particular the location and type of damage inflicted on them, led to the development of the IS-3 tank. This was to be the last Soviet heavy tank produced during the war.

Jun 19, 2016 · The engine compartment housed a 12-cylinder 4-stroke 520 hp V-11-IS-3 engine. The tank's transmission consisted of a multi-disk dry friction clutch and an 8-speed gearbox with a demultiplexor and two-stage planetary turning mechanisms.

The IS-3 is an early Cold War era heavy tank of Soviet origin. It was developed at the later stages of World War 2, but was too late to be used in combat. It was first seen during Soviet victory parades in Berlin. The IS-3 is what is called a breakthrough tank in Soviet doctrine.

May 21, 2018 · The IS-3 (also "Joseph Stalin" or "Iosef Stalin" IS3) heavy tank was a continuation of the successful series of tanks fielded by the Soviet Army in World War 2. The series began with the inception of the IS-1 in 1943, this based on the KV series of similar scope.

Heavy tank "Joseph Stalin - 3" (abbreviated IS - 3) - the last Soviet tank, adopted during the Great Patriotic War, but practically did not participate in hostilities.