The TOG heavy tank was a tank built with the principles from the First World War. It was constructed to cross shell-torn ground, accompanying infantry while demolishing fortifications.
The TOG I standing for 'The Old Gang' (which represented the old tank design committee from the First World War) was initially armed with a 6-pounder gun. The TOG II had a new turret and a 17-pounder gun and a maximum armour thickness of 75mm. The maximum speed was 8.5mph.
Tank Museum, Bovington: July 2006
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