M60A3 105mm Gun Tank 1/35 Kit - Tamiya (35140)
Features
- Built model is approximately 10.25" long
- The turret depicts the cast iron finish of the real tank
- The model can be assembled with or without thermal sleeve attached to the main gun
- Can be constructed with open or closed crew hatch.
- Can be assembled with or without thermal sleeve attached to the main gun.
- Authentic suspension is recreated using separate parts.
- 3 sets of markings and a commander figure are included
- Paint and glue are not included
The M60A3 Patton was a Cold War-era main battle tank that represented the final and most advanced version of the M60 series. Entering service in the late 1970s, it featured improved fire control systems, including a laser rangefinder and ballistic computer, greatly increasing first shot accuracy. Armed with a 105 mm M68 cannon, it could effectively engage enemy armor at long distances. Upgraded stabilization and thermal imaging allowed for better targeting in low visibility conditions. Powered by a diesel engine, the M60A3 balanced mobility with durability. It served extensively with U.S. forces and allied nations, remaining operational in several countries well into the late twentieth century.
