Armor of 1960's and 1970's

 

Introduced in the 1950's, the M48 series was used by the US and our allies for many years, including action in Vietnam. A late version M48a5 shown here.

 

 

 

 

 

The T62 was the main Soviet tank during the 1960's. Widely exported, used by Arab forces against Israel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Leopard was West Germany's main tank in this era. This version, the 1A1, had spaced armor added to the turret,

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Type 74 was designed and used by Japan. Saw very little use beyond training exercises. (resin kit by Cromwell of UK)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The M60 series was used by the US and our allies. This version is the M60a3


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