The Tank family: every model compared
All 4 Cartier Tank models side by side: references, case sizes, movements and years. Each figure is traced to its source.

Key points
- The Cartier Tank family covers 4 models and 5 references in the Watchnik database.
- Case sizes run from 22 mm to 31 mm.
- The model with the most references is the Tank Louis Cartier Large Manual, with 2.
- The most used movement is calibre 1917 MC, found in 2 references.
Every model
| Model | References | Case | Movement | Introduced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Louis Cartier Large Manual | 2 | 25.5 mm | calibre 1917 MC | Not recorded |
| Tank Louis Cartier Small Manual | 1 | 22 mm | calibre 8971 | Not recorded |
| Tank Must Extra Large Automatic | 1 | 31 mm | calibre 1847 MC | Not recorded |
| Tank Must Large Quartz Stainless | 1 | 25.5 mm | Unknown calibre Unspecified Quartz | Not recorded |
Questions
How many Tank models are there?
The Watchnik database lists 4 Tank models with 5 references between them.
What sizes does the Tank come in?
Case diameters range from 22 mm to 31 mm across the family.
Which movement is most common in the Tank?
Calibre 1917 MC, used in 2 of the 5 references.