M26 Pershing: America’s Tiger-Killer Tank | WW2 Heavy Beast in Action

The M26 Pershing was America’s late-war answer to Germany’s Tiger tanks. Equipped with a powerful 90mm gun and thick armor, it made a huge impact during the final months of World War II — especially during the Battle of Cologne, where it famously destroyed a Tiger I tank. With a top speed of 48 km/h and a 5-man crew, the Pershing brought both firepower and mobility to the battlefield. This Short covers its specs, battlefield role, and why it's known as the “Tiger Killer