76. A-10 Thunderbolt II

Entered Service: 1977
Manufacturer: Multistage Holdings
Cost: $46.3 million*
The Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt is a twin-turbo, straight wing jet that was produced from 1972 until 1984. The Thunderbolt is used by the USAF, and it is often nicknamed the “Warthog” (or just “Hog”). It is designed for CAS of ground troops, and it can also attack armored vehicles and tanks.

A-10 Thunderbolt II @voynichrm / Twitter.com
Though its original maker would later be bought by NCS Multistage Holdings, its planes have left their mark even after the company is long-gone. The Warthog can provide quick-action support to ground troops in the event of an enemy attack. Each unit cost $18.8 million in the seventies, which is about $46.3 million today.

77. Nexter SERVAL

Entered Service: N/A (just ordered 2020)
Manufacturer: Nexter Systems
Cost: $581,570-$814,200*
The lighter-weight, 4×4 version of the Jaguar is the SERVAL. Nexter’s SERVAL is part of the Scorpion Program (as is the Jaguar and several other armored fighting vehicles). The SERVAL is designed to meet the needs of the modern battlefield, so is quick-reaction, lightweight, and can serve in multiple roles.

Nexter SERVAL @TheatrumBelli / Twitter.com
The SERVAL will have three variations: the SA2R, NCT, and VPB. The SA2R is used for surveillance, while the NCT is used for communications and the VPB for armored patrol. The SERVAL operates in contested war zones, though it is designed for light combat. The SERVAL is operable in any environment—from the hot desert to the Arctic.

78. M1 Shredder

Entered Service: 2009
Manufacturer: General Dynamics
Cost: $800,000-$1 million*
The M1150 Assault Breacher Vehicle is also known as the Shredder. It is a mine-clearing and explosives-clearing vehicle, sharing the same chassis as the classic M1 Abrams. It has line charges and a mine-plough. It was used for the first time by the US Marines in 2009’s Operation Cobra’s Anger.

M1 Shredder @customwww / Twitter.com
The Shredder was designed to plow through a minefield, clearing pathways across IEDs and roadside bombs. It weighs 72 tons and is 40 feet long, equipped with a 1,500HP engine. The Shredder has a .50 cal machine gun. Its front-mounted 15-foot wide plow has metallic skis armed with nearly seven-thousand pounds of explosives.

79. F-14 Tomcat

Entered Service: 1970
Manufacturer: Northrop Grumman
Cost: $63.9 million*
Created by Northrop Grumman, The F-14 Tomcat is a supersonic, two-seat, twin-engine, variable-sweep, twin-tail fighter jet. It was the first-ever U.S. fighter jet to have twin tails. Originally, Northrop Grumman developed the project for the U.S. Navy and its Naval Fighter Experimental Program.

F-14 Tomcat @blueboy7862 / Twitter.com
The Program’s prior jet, the F-111B, was a total disaster, so Northrop Grumman was hoping for a win with this one. The Tomcat had its first flight in 1970. It was introduced in 1974, and it was retired by the U.S. Navy in 2006. The Tomcat is still in service with the Iranian Air Force.

80. Avenger Weapon System

Entered Service: 1980s
Manufacturer: Boeing
Cost: $10.5 million*
The Avenger Weapons System has been in use since the eighties, and over 1,100 have been built. The Avenger Weapons System, which is called “AN/TWQ-1” under the JETDS, has been in use since the eighties. Each AN/TWQ-1 weighs 8,600 pounds. The AN/TWQ-1 has three configurations: the Up-Gun, Slew-to-Cue, and Basic.

Avenger Weapon System @NationalGuard / Twitter.com
The Basic has two Stinger missiles on a turret mounted onto a Humvee. Slew-to-Cue is a subsystem that lets the gunner select the target for engagement using a VT Miltope PCU display. The Up-Gun was developed in 2005 for the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment. It has an M3P .50 cal machine gun for unit/asset defense.

81. B-1B Lancer

Entered Service: 1974
Manufacturer: Boeing, Rockwell International, Meritor, Inc.
Cost: $283.1 million*
The Rockwell B-1 Lancer has been in production since 1973, and it ceased production in 1988, though the Lancer is still very much in service by the US Air Force. The Lancer is a heavy bomber. It is often nicknamed the “Bone,” and it is one of the USAF’s three main strategic bombers as of this year (followed by the BUFF and Spirit).

B-1B Lancer @tjoleary3 / Pinterest
The engines in the Lancer are all made by General Electric. Rockwell International entered and won the design competition for the Lancer with its speedy, heavy-payload designs. Rockwell would later be bought by Boeing.

82. M88 Hercules Recovery Vehicle

Entered Service: 1991
Manufacturer: United Defense
Cost: $2.05 million*
The M88 Hercules Recovery Vehicle weighs 140,000 pounds and is 27.13 feet long, making it one of the largest vehicles of its kind that the Army Uses. The M88 has been around since 1961, though it has been made by several different manufacturers, beginning with Bowen McLaughlin York and ending with BAE (who has made the M88 since 2005).

M88 Hercules Recovery Vehicle @BAESystemsInc / Facebook.com
The Hercules has three variants: The M88A2, M88A1, and M88. The M88 repairs/replaces damaged parts in combat vehicles while taking fire. The M88 also is basically an intense tow-truck, it can extricate stuck or damaged vehicles. The M88’s main winch can tow, at maximum, 140 tons.

83. LVSR Wrecker

Entered Service: 2009
Manufacturer: Oshkosh Defense
Cost: $417,000*
The LVSR Wrecker is made by Oshkosh, and it is created for heavy-duty recovery for vehicles that are stuck in mud, snow, sand, or pretty much anything. The Wrecker is mobile and versatile enough to travel on any terrain. It is part of the LSVR family, which includes wreckers, cargo vehicles, and tractor trucks.

LVSR Wrecker ©Wolpat / Wikimedia.org
The LVSR Wrecker comes with an armor kit developed by an Israeli company, Plasan. The armor system vehicles are fitted for protection (also known as an A-kit/B-kit principle). The Wrecker has upgraded floor springs, and armored protection kits are installable with just basic tools, making it easy and convenient. The B-kit is installable “as required.”

84. LAV-25

Entered Service: 1983
Manufacturer: General Dynamics
Cost: $900,000*
Built by General Dynamics, the LAV-25 saw combat in 1989. This vehicle is an eight-wheeled reconnaissance vehicle that is armored with welded steel. Its main armament is an M242 Bushmaster chain gun (which comes with 210 rounds of ammunition). Its secondary armaments include two M240 machine guns (660 rounds of ammo).

LAV-25 ©Jan Wellen / Wikimedia.org
The LAV-25’s welded steel armor ranges from 4.71-9.71mm. It is intended to protect only against small arms rounds, like those from a Kalashnikov Rifle. The lack of heavy-duty armor serves two purposes: weight-saving and cost-saving. The LAV-25’s operational range is 410 miles, and its top speed is 62MPH.

85. FNSS Kaplan 30 NG ATV

Entered Service: 2020
Manufacturer: Roketsan
Cost: $500,000-$1 million*
The FNSS Kaplan 30 NG ATV was delivered to the Turkish Army for the first time in March of 2020. The ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) is made by Roketsan, a Turkish military company. It comes with medium-range OMTAS anti-tank missiles. The missiles come with fire and forget capability. The missile range is 8 kilometers (almost five miles).

FNSS Kaplan 30 NG ATV @Jakarta Greater / Pinterest
The tank range on the FNSS is over 525 kilometers (326.22 miles). The tanks will also come with Kornet E anti-tank missile systems, which are developed in Russia. Not all of the Kaplans will have this missile system. The Turkish military ordered 260 in total, announcing the purchase on Twitter.

86. Nexter Jaguar EBRC

Entered Service: N/A (just ordered in 2020)
Manufacturer: Nexter Systems, Thales, Arquus
Cost: $1.16 million*
Made in France and used by both the French and Belgian military, the EBRC Jaguar is an Armored Reconnaissance and Combat Vehicle. It is brand-new, designed as the replacement for the VCAC, ERC 90 Saigai, and AMX 10 RC, all of which are in use by the French Army. The vehicles are under contract to keep the price below $1.16 million.

Nexter Jaguar EBRC @Sigismund22 / Twitter.com
This means that the vehicles are based on a commercial 6×6 truck chassis. They use the same engines that are in standard commercial trucks, though these engines have been adapted to use different types of fuel. The Jaguar has Level 4 Armor Protection and an overpressure system to protect both the interior and exterior.

87. F-16 Fighting Falcon

Entered Service: 1978
Manufacturer: General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin)
Cost: $14.6 million*
The F-16 Fighting Falcon, a masterpiece of flight engineering, is a single-engine, high-speed multi-purpose combat aircraft initially crafted by General Dynamics, which is now under Lockheed Martin. Launched in 1978, this nimble jet began as a daytime air dominance fighter but transitioned into an efficient all-conditions multi-purpose plane. Since its debut, over 4,600 have been manufactured.

F-16 Fighting Falcon @MOTORIZADO/Youtube
Recognized for its impressive balance of affordability and high performance, the F-16 serves in many global air forces. Its distinctive design features a transparent dome canopy for improved sightlines, a side-positioned control lever for simplified handling during aerial acrobatics, and a tilted seat to mitigate g-force effects on the aviator.

88. USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23)

Entered Service: 2005
Manufacturer: General Dynamics Electric Boat
Cost: $3.2 billion*
Distinguished by its prowess and versatility, the USS Jimmy Carter is a Seawolf-class nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine and notably the third and final submarine in its class. Commissioned in 2005 and named in honor of the 39th President of the United States, a former naval officer, this vessel boasts enhancements that the previous Seawolf submarines lack.

USS Jimmy Carter ©Lt.Cmdr. Michael Smith/Wikimedia Commons
It has a lengthened hull, providing space for advanced intelligence and reconnaissance equipment, and allowing for special operations missions. This submarine, built by General Dynamics Electric Boat, is a testament to the evolution of underwater warfare, showcasing cutting-edge technology and the capability to support a myriad of covert missions.

89. Boeing KC-46 Pegasus

Entered Service: 2019
Manufacturer: Boeing
Cost: $147 million*
A masterpiece of aerial refueling and strategic military transport, the Boeing KC-46 Pegasus stands as an emblem of the modernization efforts within the U.S. Air Force’s tanker fleet. Developed by Boeing, this multi-role tanker is designed to refuel all U.S., allied, and coalition military aircraft compatible with international aerial refueling procedures.

Boeing KC-46 Pegasus @YQXYYT/X
Introduced into service in 2019, it’s equipped with advanced technologies, including a state-of-the-art refueling system and multi-sensor cameras. The KC-46 also offers significant cargo, passenger, and aeromedical evacuation capacities, making it a versatile addition to the military’s air assets. Its capabilities extend far beyond mere refueling, underscoring its crucial role in global military operations.

90. F/A-18 Super Hornet

Entered Service: 1999
Manufacturer: Boeing
Cost: $70.5 million*
The F/A-18 Super Hornet is a testament to the evolution of combat aircraft, showcasing enhanced capabilities that make it a formidable force in modern warfare. Produced by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing), this twin-engine, supersonic, all-weather multirole fighter jet began its service with the U.S. Navy in the late 1990s.

F/A-18 Super Hornet ©Seaman Kevin T. Murray Jr./Wikimedia Commons
A direct descendant of the earlier F/A-18 Hornet, the Super Hornet boasts a larger airframe, increased range, and advanced avionics. It can perform a variety of roles: air superiority, day/night strike with precision-guided weapons, fighter escort, close air support, suppression of enemy air defenses, and maritime strike.