Author(s): James Kinnear; Stephen Sewell; Andrey Aksenov (Illustrator)

History

The T-62 was one of Russia's most ubiquitous tanks during the Cold War, enjoying a long career in the Soviet Army and even into the early days of the re-formed Russian Army. It was the principal tank used by Soviet forces in the Soviet-Afghan War and went on to see service with Russian forces in Chechnya and South Ossetia. Since its introduction it has been employed In almost every conflict in the Middle East and Africa, and is still in service in several countries, including North Korea, Syria and Libya. Using primary sources, specially commissioned artwork and more than 400 stunning contemporary and modern photographs, this authoritative study by James Kinnear and Stephen L. Sewell tells the complete development and service history of one of the most iconic tanks of the Cold War. Book jacket.