David Fletcher's Top 5 British Tanks | The Tank Museum 

We need to start a petition to persuade the Tank Museum to allow David to drive the Rolls-Royce Armoured car. It is a travesty he hasn't done so yet. Like if you agree.

‘They all thought the British knew what they were doing - the British didn’t, never have done!’ 😆

"It was the best tank in the world. But only because nobody else had built any." Love it.

David Fletcher and the Rolls Royce armored car...two classics together!

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Legend. So good to see him back

Every single second is pure gold! Thank you, Mr Fletcher

Whichever tank David's stood in front of talking about, that's my favourite tank at that moment!

At Purdue University in the USA in the 80's I had a professor Rothenburg who commanded a Rolls Royce armored car in the North African desert as a young British officer in 1940-1941. He told us a story about the car and he actually liked it as a scout car.

"It's an ordinary Rolls Royce underneath.", as if any Rolls Royce could be described as ordinary! Just gotta love that man!

David Fletcher always brings me a smile. Love to see him talk about his passion.

"You can't drive it, its stuck to the floor!!!" Probably the most quotable presenter ever, anywhere. An absolute boss 🦾

Each time is see Mr. Fletcher it make me feel like seeing a grandfather explaining things. Even i never known my grandparents.

The man, the moustache, the legend! 😁

I do find it wonderfully endearing that the Hornsby Tractor only behaves itself when it's doing what it was intended to do and hauling something heavy.

Coming back to this after David announced he was retiring :(

I would have a hard time picking five favorite tanks, but Mr Fletcher is easily my favorite tank related personality

The Rolls Royce is over a hundred years old, you can always count on it turning up, and it has done remarkably well. Just like our David Fletcher.

Mr Fletcher has mentioned his admiration for the RR Armored Car before and I had a feeling it would be his top choice. He's spent enough time riding in the back, I would love to see him drive it one day.

Ahh yes, the A1E1. The tank that the Soviets saw and went "ohh, we like it. let's 'borrow' the design." :)

Long may he live and enjoy life, our Mr. Fletcher.

I will miss Mr. Fletchers presentations of all things about tanks! His whit and knowledge will be sorely missed! Thank you, Mr. Fletcher!

2:38 "Codswallop" : a word that I have admired ever since I was a kid.

The way an old British man can just trash talk you or a machine with such a straight face, such seriousness and a calm tone is just amazing to me.

All this time, I never knew David fletcher was the driver of the mark iv in the men in battle series tank episode… awesome

Amazing to see the legend back!

Before watching: Centurion has got to be there... Mid-way through: Never expect Fletch to go for tanks that function well :)

Happy Easter, Tank Santa!

The 'tasche is back!!! Long live tank king!

Glad to see David Fletcher is still around.

Fletcher should do a video with the true tank genius, Finn the Doggo

that mk2 churchill really shows it's WW1 design cues. Just comparing it to later models shows how quickly they learned about modern tank design.

Got to let The Chieftain do an inside the hatch on that independent. Would be epic - especially when he tries to stand up inside.

That moustache never lies. You are a rare breed Mr. Fletcher. My warmest regards.

Always nice to see an upload from the tank museum, and even nicer to see Mr Fletcher as part of it!

We are fortunate to see David Fletcher with all of his knowledge and frankness. Thanks again.

Got my Tank model kit to build, my cuppa tea made and biscuits on the side, and ready to settle in with Mr Fletcher to keep me company.

You know it's going to be a great video if Mr. Fletcher is standing there.

The king returns!!

It appears Mr Fletcher is doing well. Glad to see him in another tank chat. Always a pleasure to see him going strong.

My likeness of David has just gone up another level. It shouldn't surprise me that the Silver lady is number 1 as it embodies everything British. And he shows his patriotism by choosing all British tanks. That proud stiff upper tash!

I usually don't watch lists, but I did enjoy this. It revealed things like that tractor and the Rolls-Royce Armored Car that I hadn't suspected the Museum had. I do now have a minor goal of arranging a period gun for that original tractor to have in attendant display.

Ever since I've heard David fletcher been referred as TANK JESUS on a RU-vid video I can't get it out of my head🤣🤣

Sir David is a national treasure

David Fletcher. The beating heart of these ancient machines of war.

Interesting. I know its wrong for all sorts of reasons but I've always loved that A1E1 from probably my first ever visit half a century ago.

Would love to see some video of the Hornsby tractor running. There must be somebody who taped it, fingers crossed they still have it and it will be found.

David Fletcher has the best personality and attitude. If I grow up to have 1/2 the character and personality of David, I will be happy.

We are very happy you DID do the Top 5! THANK YOU!!

Always a Blessing to hear from David. Thank you!

David Flecher is the David Attenborough of tanks

Dear Mr. Fletcher Always a pleasure to hear you. Well done

That monstrosity of a tractor was a sight to behold. Inventions are so unique in their formative years.

I read an account from 1917 of a Rolls Royce armoured car that got into the German rear areas. It's mobility advantage over the tanks meant the Germans couldn't bring up any arty to end it's raid. It spent an hour or 2 causing chaos until (having taken extra) it ran out of ammo. As per armoured doctrine, once behind the front lines it got busy. There was little for it to fear and much to shoot. It was very interesting to read of what just one armoured car with only a machine gun could do. With no NLAWS or even a Molotov cocktail it "ruled all it could see."

Protect this man at all costs

Always a joy and honor to view Mr. Fletcher's chats.

I've heard so many of David's videos and they are an absolute joy to listen to. You can't describe his presentation style as polished or professional but they are and absolute joy to listen to, very informative and interested in what's being said but very matter of fact. Very much like a grandfather on a favourite topic, I'm speaking and I am going to finish regards of if you're listening or not.

Always like hearing from David. Thank you sir.

Thanks for another great video!

"Everybody seemed to think the British knew what they were doing" destroyed me, thank you Mr Fletcher and The Tank Museum. I shall be seeing you soon!

Thank you so much for this video. Dear Mr Fletcher, I am happy to listen to your stories and comments. The way you use language, the way you tell the story - it’s just amazing. I hope to see many more films with Mr David Fletcher! The one and only!

Thank you, can listen to mr fletcher all day .

Always a pleasure to see Mr.Fletcher

One of your best David - thank you.

That tractors a great piece of kit and thanks for picking it as I’ve never seen or heard of em before ! And great to see the rolls I’m glad I’m not the only one with a soft spot for them

Great to hear from people some willing to share their passion and knowledge.

David Fletcher always has some great commentary

It's always a pleasure to see a new tank chat with David!

Any time I see David I instantly get happy

Great episode! Lovely to see David talking about the armored vehicles that don't often get a spotlight!

Great video as always. I love all of the videos produced by The Tank Museum. However, David Fletcher's videos are my absolute favorite. I could listen to him ramble on about tanks for hours. In much the same way I could watch old videos of Fred Dibnah rambling on about steam engines.

Thank you fir all the wonderful content

David Fletcher's...Top 5...British Tanks.... **Squints suspiciously at the date to see if it's the first of April**

My day is better now. Thank you! Cheers!!

Man, its been a long day, this is exactly what i needed

If Ian McCollum is gun-Jesus, David Fletcher got to be tank-Moses..

As always informative and entertaining.

Thank you Mr Fletcher, for your new 5, we are all indebted to you for you have done for the museum.

Another very informative video from The Legend. Brilliant stuff

David has a wonderfully dry sense of humour. Keep on keeping on sir!

Mr. Fletcher should play an eccentric professor in movies. The look is just so perfect. His eyebrows are amazing. Especially with such a well spoke, gentle manner and a high degree of expertise. None of these comments are made in a derogatory manner in any way. If you need an agent, David, call me. I have no experience but I think you're a commodity that will sell itself(and I will ride to fame on your coattails.)

David Fletcher should be officially recognized by the British Government as a national historic treasure. Also, I particularly like the Independent, #5, just because it's so rediculus - there are lists of best and worst tanks, but there ought be lists of... Peculiar designs, methinks.

Bless you David. You're insight and experiences are fascinating listening. Enjoy your rest my friend.

David Fletcher is the tank-walrus godking

The number one . Rolls Royce armoured car . Very handy with it's truck tray . Gets my vote too ! 🙂

Entertaining interesting and entertaining thanks guys !😎👍

David is still my favorite curator

Mr Fletcher is a UK treasure. you are so lucky to have a man of such humble wit and insight

Priceless, and not just the tanks.

Fantastic list!

I remember the Beverley Museum when I was a kid, brilliant place. It's a shopping precinct now😔

great show matey.

That was lovely, thank you :)

I'd quite happily watch David do his top 500 tanks

Thank you. A most illuminating video from the master.

The Rolls Royce armoured car was one of my earliest kits I made for a WWI collection.

That was very interesting, never heard of the tractor type vehicle before or the Rolls Royce Armed car, thank you David Fletcher, 👍👍.

A true legend. Thank you for your insights.

Tank Santa returns once again, merry Tank Christmas

Easter morning with David Fletcher. Couldn’t be better.