Summary and What You Need to Know About This Legendary Tank: The M60 Patton main battle tank, a Cold War icon known for its longevity and adaptability, continues to prove its worth decades after its introduction. Initially developed to counter Soviet advancements during the Korean War, the M60 evolved from the earlier M47 and M48 models, incorporating significant upgrades like a powerful 105mm main gun and improved fire control systems.

-In March of last year, the U.S. announced a $400 million military aid package for Ukraine that includes M60 Armored Vehicle Launched Bridges (AVLBs).

-These unarmed versions of the M60 can quickly deploy bridges over obstacles, enhancing the mobility of Ukrainian forces and bolstering their defense efforts.

Like the M1 Abrams main battle tank (MBT) and the Apache family of helicopters, the U.S.-made M60 tank proved that upgrades over time can keep a weapon system viable for decades.

The M1 Abrams MBT may be more widely recognized today, but back during the Cold War the M60 Patton armored vehicle served longer........

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