Can a 50 cal destroy tank tracks?

No, not a modern tank, not even close. You won’t even tickle it. During WW1 the 50 bmg (Browning machine gun) was used somewhat effectively against the more lightly armored tanks of that era. It didn’t destroy the tank, but could penetrate parts of it and kill the men inside.

What can immobilize a tank?

Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles can be immobilized by damage to their engines, tracks, or running gear. Because of the mobile nature of modern warfare, such a vehicle is often effectively useless on the battlefield, though it may later be salvaged for spares, or repaired and brought back into action.

What is the difference between artillery and mortars?

They differ from conventional artillery by firing projectiles at higher angles, at lower velocities, over shorter distances. Mortars as we know them today first saw light of day during WW1, when the British Army fielded the Stokes 3.2” (81mm) trench mortar.

How are heavy mortars operated in the military?

Heavy mortars are usually operated either by infantry or artillery units and deployed according to the standard operating practices of each arm. More often than not, mortars will be owned by infantry units and as such are considered to be a battalion commander’s own “pocket artillery” with approximately 4 to 12 tubes issued per infantry battalion.

What is reactive armor protection?

Reactive Armor Protection – Reactive Armor systems are combat proven armor systems that enhance the protection level of combat platforms against all shoulder-fired weapons and most tube-launched, shaped-charge systems.

Why is a tank not considered artillery?

A tank cannot be considered artillery because it is equipped with a direct fire weapon. Artillery fire is indirect. Of course, in some exceptional situations, tanks can be used as mobile artillery.