Can You Legally Own a Tank in Michigan?

What guy in Michigan doesn't want to own a tank?

We see military tanks sitting on display outside of VFW posts all the time, but what if the average Joe wanted one? Is it legal in Michigan?

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Is It Legal to Own a Tank in Michigan?

Yes, you can legally own a military tank in the state of Michigan. No state or federal law prohibits a private individual from owning a military tank. In other, words anyone in the U.S. can legally own a tank.

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Just keep in mind that it must be a decommissioned tank. Meaning, it can't have a cannon that is still operational. However, some civilians can own an operational tank but most don't qualify. That's probably a good thing.

Can You Legally Drive a Tank on Michigan's Roads?

According to WGRD, most tanks are too heavy for Michigan roads but it's not going to matter anyway since you cannot drive a military tank down a Michigan road. You'd have to title the tank as an off-road vehicle.

How Much Does the Average Tank Cost?

If buying and selling tanks is something you'd like to get into, keep in mind, this is one expensive hobby.

According to Aero Corner, Many of the tanks sold to civilians come from the Soviet era and cost between $50,000 and $100,000 depending on the condition and dealer.

Tanks from before WWII are extremely expensive and go for around $2.5 million.

Teen Drive a Tank to Prom

Remember this? Last year, a kid in Oregon rented a tank and drove it to his prom.