The BT-7 [b] was the last of the BT series of Soviet cavalry tanks that were produced in large numbers between 1935 and 1940. It was lightly armoured, but reasonably well-armed for the …

The BT-7 (Bystrochodnij Tankov or "Fast Tank" type 7) was derived from the 1930 American-built Christie tank, which had been perfected and modified into the BT-2 and BT-5 series. These …

Nov 11, 2020 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the BT-7 (Bystrochodnij Tankov) Light Fast Tank including pictures.

In this section you can see what vehicles the BT-7 replaced and tanks eventually replaced it. You will be able to find more about each of these vehicles by clicking on the links below.

Mar 25, 2024 · In June 1941, at the out­set of Bar­barossa, the BT-7 was used as the main cav­alry tank of the So­viet army.

The BT-7 saw extensive combat in various conflicts, including the Spanish Civil War, the Battles of Khalkhin Gol, and the initial stages of World War II. Its high speed and agility made it …

It was supposed to improve some mistakes of the predecessors and equip it with a new M-17 engine - more reliable and powerful engine than the M-5, which was already used for BT-2 and …

The BT-7 was the last of a series of Soviet cavalry tank that were produced in large numbers between 1935 and 1940. They were lightly armoured, but reasonably well-armed for their time, …

BT-7A: artillery support version with a 76.2 mm howitzer in larger turret similar to one of T-28. 155 were intended to be made, but of them 21 were finished with normal BT-7 turrets and one …

Sep 13, 2025 · The BT-7 tank is more than just a fighting machine; it is the embodiment of the Soviet Union’s desire to create advanced armored vehicles. Its speed, innovative design, and …