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M48A5 Patton vs Merkava 3

Overview

The M48A5 Patton and the Merkava 3 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by Detroit Tank Plant and Israeli Military Industries respectively.

The M48A5 Patton weighs 52.0 tons vs 63.0 tons for the Merkava 3. Top speed is 48 km/h for the M48A5 Patton vs 55 km/h for the Merkava 3. Operational range is 465 km for the M48A5 Patton vs 500 km for the Merkava 3. The M48A5 Patton is armed with a 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun, while the Merkava 3 carries a 1 IMI 120mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun.

The M48A5 Patton has been produced in 6,764 units vs 1,000 for the Merkava 3. Unit cost is $0.309M for the M48A5 Patton vs $3.5M for the Merkava 3. The M48A5 Patton entered service 14 years before the Merkava 3 (1975 vs 1989).

M48A5 Patton

American main battle tank, 6764 units built, a modernized version of the M48 Patton series.
Profile of M48A5 Patton
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Main Battle Tank
Type Medium Main Battle Tank
Manufacturer Detroit Tank Plant
Number produced 6,764 units
Estimated unit price $0.3 million
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Merkava 3

Israeli tank, approximately 1000 built, features a 120mm gun and modular armor.
Profile of Merkava 3
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Main Battle Tank
Type Heavy Main Battle Tank
Manufacturer Israeli Military Industries
Number produced 1,000 units
Estimated unit price $3.5 million
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M48A5 Patton

Combat weight 52.0 tons ◉
Maximum speed 48 km/h ◉
Operational range 465 km ◉
Length 9.15 m ◉
Width 3.63 m ◉
Height 3.05 m ◉
Crew 4
Engine Continental AVDS 1790 Diesel Engine with 690 hp
Main armament 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun
Secondary weapon 1 M-2HB 12.7mm machine gun (3000 rounds)

Merkava 3

Combat weight 63.0 tons ◉
Maximum speed 55 km/h ◉
Operational range 500 km ◉
Length 8.80 m ◉
Width 3.70 m ◉
Height 2.80 m ◉
Crew 4
Engine Continental AVDS 1790 V-12 Diesel Engine with 1200 hp
Main armament 1 IMI 120mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun
Secondary weapon 1 60mm mortar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is faster with a maximum road speed of 55 km/h compared to the M48A5 Patton's 48 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M48A5 Patton's 465 km.
Which is heavier, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is heavier at 63.0 tons combat weight compared to the M48A5 Patton's 52.0 tons.
Which is larger, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The M48A5 Patton is longer at 9.15 meters compared to the Merkava 3's 8.80 meters.
How many crew members do the M48A5 Patton and Merkava 3 require?
Both the M48A5 Patton and Merkava 3 require a crew of 4.
Which is more expensive, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the M48A5 Patton at $0.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M48A5 Patton or Merkava 3?
The M48A5 Patton has been produced in greater numbers with 6,764 units compared to 1,000 units of the Merkava 3.
What are the main armaments of the M48A5 Patton and Merkava 3?
The M48A5 Patton is armed with 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun while the Merkava 3 carries 1 IMI 120mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun as its main armament.

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