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From what I remember reading and hearing about the T-34 was one of the easiest tanks to look after and maintain. The reliability was also unmatched ( other then the tracks which I believe you stated only had a life expectancy of 250 miles )

Also the Firepower of the T-34 was greater and more accurate then of the first Sherman. Not to mention that it was faster and had thicker armor.

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