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M60A3 TTS Patton vs Merkava 3

Overview

The M60A3 TTS Patton and the Merkava 3 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by Detroit Tank Plant and Israeli Military Industries respectively.

The M60A3 TTS Patton weighs 52.6 tons vs 63.0 tons for the Merkava 3. Top speed is 48 km/h for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs 55 km/h for the Merkava 3. Operational range is 450 km for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs 500 km for the Merkava 3. The M60A3 TTS Patton is armed with a 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (63 shells) gun, while the Merkava 3 carries a 1 IMI 120mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun.

The M60A3 TTS Patton has been produced in 8,931 units vs 1,000 for the Merkava 3. Unit cost is $1.292M for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs $3.5M for the Merkava 3. The M60A3 TTS Patton entered service 10 years before the Merkava 3 (1979 vs 1989).

American main battle tank, 8931 units built, manufactured at the Detroit Tank Plant.
Profile of M60A3 TTS Patton
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Main Battle Tank
Type Heavy Main Battle Tank
Manufacturer Detroit Tank Plant
Number produced 8,931 units
Estimated unit price $1.3 million
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
Combat weight 52.6 tons
Maximum speed 48 km/h
Operational range 450 km
Length 9.75 m
Width 3.96 m
Height 3.84 m
Crew 4
Engine Continental AVDS 1790 Diesel Engine with 750 hp
Main armament 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (63 shells) gun
Secondary weapon 1 M85 12.7mm machine gun (900 rounds)
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 M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is faster with a maximum road speed of 55 km/h compared to the M60A3 TTS Patton's 48 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M60A3 TTS Patton's 450 km.
Which is heavier, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is heavier at 63.0 tons combat weight compared to the M60A3 TTS Patton's 52.6 tons.
Which is larger, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The M60A3 TTS Patton is longer at 9.75 meters compared to the Merkava 3's 8.80 meters.
How many crew members do the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava 3 require?
Both the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava 3 require a crew of 4.
Which is more expensive, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The Merkava 3 is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the M60A3 TTS Patton at $1.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava 3?
The M60A3 TTS Patton has been produced in greater numbers with 8,931 units compared to 1,000 units of the Merkava 3.
What are the main armaments of the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava 3?
The M60A3 TTS Patton is armed with 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (63 shells) gun while the Merkava 3 carries 1 IMI 120mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun as its main armament.