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M60A1

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M60A1

The M60A1 is an American second-generation main battle tank, an improved variant of the M60 Patton series. It featured a redesigned turret for better ballistic protection and a more powerful M68 105mm main gun.

Specifications

TypeTank
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerChrysler Defense
Introduced1962
StatusIn service
Speed48 km/h
Range500 km
Crew4
Weight52.6 t

History

Introduced in 1962 by Chrysler Defense in the US, it served as the primary US main battle tank during the Cold War.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Iran150confirmed

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