| If I remember correctly, although I can't remember where I read it, the big deficiencies for the T-34 were its engine/transmission reliability (not unususal for Soviet war time production) and its knack in slipping off it's tracks (one reason most tank designs didn't use Christie suspensions back then).
The armour was supposed to be quite good and the sloped turret help deflect more than a few shells. Unfortunately, the turret was too small to the point of it hindering the crews abilities. |