MilitaryM48A5 T2 Patton
Tankconfirmed
The M48A5 T2 Patton is a Turkish modernized variant of the American M48A5 main battle tank, featuring significant upgrades to its fire control system and optics. These enhancements, including the indigenous Volkan fire control system, aimed to improve its combat effectiveness and extend its operational life within the Turkish Land Forces.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics Land Systems |
| Introduced | 2000 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 48 km/h |
| Range | 500 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 54 t |
History
Produced by General Dynamics Land Systems in 2000, this variant was a late-stage upgrade to extend the operational life of the M48 series.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 400 | confirmed |
| Turkey | 1,150 (all M48 variants) | confirmed |
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