Tanks – they're heavy, unwieldy steel monsters, which can drive through buildings if necessary. This common view of battle tanks overlooks the fact that many soldiers develop what is almost a love affair with these remarkable vehicles. Today's tanks are anything but the proverbial bull in a china shop. They are crammed full of state-of-the-art technology and move quickly, safely and effectively across difficult terrain. This was not always the case, because in the past technologically unsophisticated vehicles could be a deathtrap. Nevertheless, the general rule applies that it is better to be inside a tank than in front of one. Our team of experts has identified the ten most interesting and famous tanks in history – is your favourite among them?