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== Introduction ==

The problem with drop tanks is that, by and large, they have very similar appearance. As a result, distinguishing one from another by looking their general shape is particularly difficult. Even when it is possible to examine them up close, unless they are hung from a wing, it can even be difficult to determine which aircraft they are associated with.

The problem with drop tanks is that, by and large, they have very similar appearance. As a result, distinguishing one from another by looking their general shape is particularly difficult. Even when it is possible to examine them up close, unless they are hung from a wing it can even be difficult to determine which aircraft they are associated with.

Furthermore, to the best of the webmaster's knowledge, there has been no dedicated tome published on the subject. Perhaps it is because they don't stir as much excitement as armament. Perhaps their disposable nature makes them easier to ignore. (Though, ironically, this same factor – combined with their intentionally non-destructive nature – means they are more likely to be encountered by the average person.{{efn|Yes, drop tanks have been used as improvised munitions, but their original goal and main purpose is simply to increase fuel capacity.}}) Whatever the reason, there is a paucity of information about them. This page is an attempt to address the issue.

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 == Introduction ==
-The problem with drop tanks is that, by and large, they have very similar appearance. As a result, distinguishing one from another by looking their general shape is particularly difficult. Even when it is possible to examine them up close, unless they are hung from a wing, it can even be difficult to determine which aircraft they are associated with.
+The problem with drop tanks is that, by and large, they have very similar appearance. As a result, distinguishing one from another by looking their general shape is particularly difficult. Even when it is possible to examine them up close, unless they are hung from a wing it can even be difficult to determine which aircraft they are associated with.
 Furthermore, to the best of the webmaster's knowledge, there has been no dedicated tome published on the subject. Perhaps it is because they don't stir as much excitement as armament. Perhaps their disposable nature makes them easier to ignore. (Though, ironically, this same factor – combined with their intentionally non-destructive nature – means they are more likely to be encountered by the average person.{{efn|Yes, drop tanks have been used as improvised munitions, but their original goal and main purpose is simply to increase fuel capacity.}}) Whatever the reason, there is a paucity of information about them. This page is an attempt to address the issue.