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15 Forgotten Vehicles That Changed Warfare As We Know It

Darren February 10, 2026 6 min

11. Goliath Tracked Mine

11. Goliath Tracked Mine
A German Goliath tracked mine, a remote-controlled demolition vehicle from WWII, carrying a 60 kg explosive charge. | Photo by Umar Yakubu on Pexels

The German Goliath was a small, remote-controlled demolition vehicle used during World War II to destroy tanks and fortifications. Its early application of remote technology inspired the development of modern battlefield drones and robotics. Explore its history at Imperial War Museums.

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