M60A3 TTS Patton vs Merkava
Overview
The M60A3 TTS Patton and the Merkava are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by Detroit Tank Plant and Israeli Military Industries respectively.
The M60A3 TTS Patton weighs 52.6 tons vs 61.0 tons for the Merkava. Top speed is 48 km/h for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs 55 km/h for the Merkava. Operational range is 450 km for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs 500 km for the Merkava. The M60A3 TTS Patton is armed with a 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (63 shells) gun, while the Merkava carries a 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun.
The M60A3 TTS Patton has been produced in 8,931 units vs 2,270 for the Merkava. Unit cost is $1.292M for the M60A3 TTS Patton vs $3M for the Merkava.
| American main battle tank, 8931 units built, manufactured at the Detroit Tank Plant. | |
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| 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 main battle tank, incorporates engine-forward design, used extensively in the Yom Kippur War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Israeli Military Industries |
| Number produced | 2,270 units |
| Estimated unit price | $3 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 | 61.0 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 55 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.60 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.70 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.70 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Continental AVDS 1790-9AR V-12 Diesel Engine with 900 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M68 105mm 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?
The Merkava 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?
The Merkava 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?
The Merkava is heavier at 61.0 tons combat weight compared to the M60A3 TTS Patton's 52.6 tons.
Which is larger, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava?
The M60A3 TTS Patton is longer at 9.75 meters compared to the Merkava's 7.60 meters.
How many crew members do the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava require?
Both the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava require a crew of 4.
Which is more expensive, the M60A3 TTS Patton or Merkava?
The Merkava is more expensive at approximately $3.0 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?
The M60A3 TTS Patton has been produced in greater numbers with 8,931 units compared to 2,270 units of the Merkava.
What are the main armaments of the M60A3 TTS Patton and Merkava?
The M60A3 TTS Patton is armed with 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (63 shells) gun while the Merkava carries 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (50 shells) gun as its main armament.