How to Draw a Military Tank

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Finnish Military Tank

Drawing a military tank is a matter of studying an image that you like; observing the style; and drawing angles and camouflage patterns, and shading. Military tanks were first used in warfare during World War I.

Things You'll Need

  • Pencil
  • Charcoal
  • Eraser
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Instructions

    • 1
      The General Shape of the Military Tank

      Look at the picture of the military tank. Sketch out the general shape of the wheels and the body of the tank.

    • 2
      The Base of the Tank and the Wheels

      Sketch the base of the tank and the wheels. There are eight wheels on a tank, and they should be spaced out evenly.

    • 3
      The Body of the Tank and the Door at the Top of the Tank

      Draw the body of the tank and the door at the top of the tank. Study the image of the tank closely, and add as many details as possible.

    • 4
      Gears, Spokes and Bolts

      Study the wheels of the tank and draw in the gears, spokes and bolts. Shade in the wheels using pencil and charcoal.

    • 5
      Camoflage Pattern and Body Shading

      Shade in the body of the tank with pencil. Mark out the camouflage pattern and color this in as well.

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  • Photo Credit By Rachel Asher

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