The U.S. Army sought to create a tank that could counter the threat posed ... and modifications to enhance its capabilities. The M60A1, introduced in 1962, featured improved armor and a more ...

Two variants specifically are still in service, the M60A1 and the M60A3. Egypt is the world’s leading user of the M60, employing over 1,000 of the tanks in its army. Turkey has the world’s ...