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The first American nomenclature-designated second generation MBT was the M60A1 version of the M60 series. The term MBT is used in strategic doctrine and the composition of force as determined by the United States Army. The M60 series tanks fulfilled the MBT role on a strategic and tactical level.
Camouflaged 105mm Gun Tank M60 used until the 1990s by the US Reserve or National Guard unit, now preserved at the Fort Lewis Military Museum, Washington. 105mm Gun Tank M60A1, early production version with the aluminium roadwheels, 1963. M60A1 with steel roadwheels in drilling exercises, fall 1960s. Greek Army M60A1.
The M60 is so good at everything, that it's almost boring. How many of them were made? How does it feel to drive? Watch Richard Cutland go over how it compar...
For the American armed forces, Desert Storm was the first—and last—hurrah for the M60 tanks in major combat roles. The Marine Corps upgraded the M60s to improve their accuracy and survivability and included passive night vision sights for the gunner and commander.
The M60A1, M60A1 (AOS), M60A1 RISE, and M60A1 RISE Passive Tanks are full track-laying, heavily armored combat vehicles operated by four-man crews consisting of a commander, gunner, loader, and driver.
While the world is familiar with the now-iconic M1 Abrams tank, the M60 tank served during an important time in American history, defending key American allies and provided the U.S. Army in...
105mm Gun Tank M60 1-15,27-28,30. The M60 was an evolution of the M48A2 Patton tank, and bears a strong family resemblance, especially with the turret designs being related. The new tank was borne out of desire for greater range and increased firepower.