#m46 patton

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M46 Patton with tiger livery at Kubinka Tank Museum, Moscow, captured by the Chinese during the Korean War.

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Okay. So, last night I was scrolling through my news feed and I came across an article with one of the most dogshit takes I've ever had the misery of reading with my own two eyes.

The article in question? From 'The National Interest', "The M60 Patton could never be built today."

So, come with me as we absolutely rip the fuck out of this dogshit article. (Now is your chance to read it.)

So, first, let me say, that I don't dislike the m60. It's a venerable tank, extremely capable for its time, and the fact that it still sees some use more than 60 years after it's creation says a great deal as to its capabilities.

However, I take great issue with some of this article's claims.

First, the idea that the M60 was some revolutionary miracle tank, developed out of the blue, and rushed to the field before it was ready. To be frank, that's a bold-faced lie. The M60 is the result of a long lineage of medium tanks and MBTs, stretching back to the final days of ww2. A fairly common piece of cold-war tank trivia is that the M60 was never formally called the "Patton", it just looked so much like the m48 "Patton", that the tankers never saw fit to call it anything different. (Below is a comparison of the vehicles: from the front, the tanks can be distinguished by the m48s concave frontal armor, while the m60 has a flat wedge.)

M60:

M48:

The m48, itself, was a development of the m46, which was itself an upgrade of the m26 Pershing, the American medium tank used in the last days of the European theater. So, the idea that the m60 was flawed because of its "revolutionary design" not being given time to be tested is, quite frankly, horseshit.

Next up on the chopping block is the claims that the M60 is still in use by nations today. The article states that, throughout the Middle East, you can find nations that use the m60 and its modernization still today, from Egypt to Saudi Arabia. However, you'll notice that none of these nations are exactly military powerhouses, with Egypt not having won a war that wasn't against starving partisan rebels since the British packed up their shit and went home, and Saudi Arabia quickly transferring to the M1, and offloading as many of their Pattons on other nations as quickly as they can manage. And let's be honest, when's the last time you even thought about the Iranian military?

Next, I'm going to directly quote this line, because it's peak comedy. "in 1991, the United States Marine Corps, one of the most innovative branches in the US military, deployed the M60 in battle against Saddam Hussein’s Iraqi Army." Ah, yes, the Marine Corps, famous for it's innovation and openness to change...

The Marines wouldn't know innovation if it grabbed the crayon out of their mouths. They hate change more than H.P. Lovecraft hated penguins and Irish people. So to come out and say that something is amazing because the Marines are still using it instead of a newer thing? It's peak comedy.

Then, the author goes into his highly-political diatribe about how, because the m60 was so "rushed" and "untested", it's head-and-shoulders above any US defense project since, because it still sees some use by tin-pot dictators, outdated militias, and the Marines in Iraq. However, what he fails to mention is that the m60 was the ultimate result of the 2nd generation of MBT technology, building on a lineage of tanks going back to 1945. The idea that the m60 is special in any way other than being the culmination of a generation or armored vehicle technology is ludicrous, and I sincerely hope that not too many are suckered in by this ex-congressional staffer's bullshit.

[kremlin]

What is your favorite tank?

[walkingthroughthisworld]

The M26 Pershing is a heavy tank/medium tank formerly used by the United States Army. It was used in the last months of World War II during the Invasion of Germany and extensively during the Korean War. The tank was named after General of the Armies John J. Pershing, who led the American Expeditionary Force in Europe in World War I.

It was withdrawn in 1951 in favor of its improved derivative, the M46 Patton, which had a more powerful and reliable engine and advanced suspension. The lineage of the M26 continued with the M47 Patton, and was reflected in the new designs of the later M48 Patton and M60 Patton.

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M46 Patton Cross Stitch Pattern | American Tank Patton Chart | The Last Gunfighter Tank

★ Specification of this cross-stitch pattern for different types of fabric ✔ Fabric: Aida. ✔ Colors: 10. Palette: DMC. ✔ Size: 150 × 75 stitches.

★ Finished size will vary depending on the count fabric/canvas you choose. ✔ 14 count ⇒ Size: 10.71 × 5.36 inches | 27.2 × 13.61 cm ✔ 16 count ⇒ Size: 9.38 × 4.69 inches | 23.81 × 11.91 cm ✔ 18 count ⇒ Size: 8.33 × 4.17 inches | 21.16 × 10.59 cm

Embark on a historical journey with my M46 Patton cross stitch pattern, capturing the essence of the tank “The Last Gunfighter”. This design, sized at 150 × 75 stitches, brings to life the formidable American tank that served in the Korean War under the command of Captain William “Billy” Williams. Celebrate the legacy of this battle-hardened tank, which fought in the Battle of Inchon and the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, and honor the resilience of its crew who repaired it time and again. This pattern is a tribute to the indomitable spirit of American soldiers and a must-have for any military history enthusiast. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the M46 Patton as you bring this legendary tank to life with your needle and thread. With a palette of 10 colors, this pattern is a vibrant representation of the tank’s iconic image. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the M46 Patton as you bring this legendary tank to life with your needle and thread.

Source: M46 Patton Cross Stitch Pattern | American Tank Patton Chart

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Ww2 tank battles on youtube

#Ww2 tank battles on youtube full

In December 1944 the sPz.Abt.501 (short for ‘Schwere Panzer-Abteilung 501’) was disbanded and used to establish the new sPz.Abt.424, which was subordinated to the XXIV Panzer corps. Afterwards it fought in the defense during the retreat of the German armies through Poland, where it was involved in particularly heavy fighting near Radom and Kleice. In July 1944 the battalion was re-equipped with the even more powerful King Tiger tank.

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However, the battalion was replenished with the help of other companies that had remained in Europe and were now carrying out occupation duties in France.Īfter the battalion had regained its full strength, it was sent to the Eastern Front and was immediately involved in defensive battles near Vitebsk and Gorodok. The units sent to North Africa were forced to capitulate in May 1943 together with Army Group Africa. The company’s Tiger tanks saw action at Tebourba and Hamra, and in February 1943 in the Kasserine Pass area. Heavy Tiger battalions of the German army Schwere Panzer-Abteilung 501ĭuring the attack on Medjez, Tiger tanks are used for the first time in Africa.The heavy armored battalion 501 was set up in 1942 and a complete company of the unit was shipped to Tunisia in November 1942, where it was to be used against the Allies who had landed during Operation Torch in French Northwest Africa. These higher staffs could then decide which of their front sections most likely needed this effective support, and so they were always moved from one important section to the next. Watch the video below to learn more about this great tank that never get a real shot to prove itself.But in general the Tiger tanks were formed in ‘Schwere Panzer Abteilungen’ (equal to ‘Heavy Tank Battalions’ ‘Abteilung’ literally means detachment), which were subordinated as reserves to the corps, army or even army group staffs. Eventually, it was replaced by the M46/M47/M48 Patton family of tanks. The Pershing went on to see some action in the Korean War, but it was quickly shifted to Europe to bolster the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The M26 Pershing saw some action in the Korean War, but many were soon shipped to Europe to bolster NATO. The Pershing reached the front lines after the Battle of the Bulge proved the inadequacy of the M4 Sherman in tank combat. Eventually, McNair was given a combat assignment and killed by friendly fire during the fighting near Saint-Lô. His opposition to a new tank delayed the M26’s service entry. M26 Pershings being prepared to embark on LSTs in Pusan, South Korea.Īccording to, Leslie McNair, who headed Army Ground Forces, stuck with the pre-war theory. Unfortunately, GIs would never get the chance to witness that. The Pershing could do just that with its 90mm main gun (and the 70 rounds it carried for it). In essence, a key capability in supporting infantry is the ability to kill the other side’s tanks. If tanks support infantry and infantry fights infantry, then logic would tell us that tanks would end up facing off against other tanks as those tanks supported opposing infantry. Reality, of course, tells a different story. One of the few M26 Pershing tanks that got to the front lines. That was the leading theory of the time and, as a result, the Army went with the M4 Sherman – producing over 50,000 of those tanks. Meanwhile, the mission of the tank was to support infantry. These vehicles were fast and had potent guns, but sacrificed a lot of armor to achieve such a speed. Instead, that job was relegated to the aptly named tank destroyer class of vehicle. Prior to World War II, the United States Army didn’t think that tanks should fight other tanks. The few tanks that did get to the front lines performed well, though - leaving many to wonder what might have happened had an Army general by the name of Leslie McNair been more open-minded. While over 2,000 of these tanks were produced, they largely missed World War II because of bureaucratic infighting. Well, the M26 Pershing fits into neither of these categories. In other cases, a piece of technology might mark an important milestone, but end up virtually obsolete by the time the next war rolls around, as was the case with USS Ranger (CV 4). In some cases, there simply aren’t any conflicts going on through which the gear can demonstrate its worth (the B-36 Peacemaker comes to mind). Sometimes, a good weapon system never gets a chance to shine.

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M46 Patton çizim

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An American M46 Patton tank leads British Centurion tanks across the Imjin River during the Korean War.

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M47

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A M46 Patton takes a Bullpup missile from an F-100 through the turret roof during a 1963 demonstration

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1950 12 Retreat from the Yalu, Korean War- David Pentland

M19 self-propelled antiaircraft guns guns of the 82nd Battalion give cover to the M46 Patton tanks and men of the US Armys 2nd Division during their hazardous retreat south from the Yalu River, following the surprise Chinese winter offensive.

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Nr.199 The M48 Patton tank or “Panty tank “

The M48 Patton is an American first generation main battle tank (MBT) introduced in February 1952, being designated as the 90mm Gun Tank: M48. Mrs. Beatrice Ayer Patton, wife of the late General George S Patton christened it as a Patton. 

It was designed as a replacement for the M26 Pershing, M4 Sherman variants and M46 Pattons used in the Korean War, and as the successor to the M47 Patton. 

Nearly 12,000 M48s were built, mainly by Chrysler and American Locomotive Company, from 1952 to 1961. The M48 underwent many design modifications and improvements during its production life

. This led to a wide variety of suspension systems, cupola styles, power packs, fenders and other details among individual tanks. The early designs, up to the M48A2C, were powered by a gasoline engine. 

The M48A3 and A5 versions used a diesel engine, however gasoline engine versions were still in use in the US Army National Guard through 1968 and through 1975 by many West German Army units. 

Numerous examples of the M48 saw combat use in various Arab–Israeli conflicts and the Vietnam War. Beginning in 1959, most American M48A1s and A2s were upgraded to the M48A3 model.

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[walkingthroughthisworld]

The M48 tank was the backbone of American armored forces in Vietnam. Some 11,700 examples of the type were built by Chrysler, Ford, Fisher, and ALCO in the 1950s. Along with the M46, M47, and M60, the M48 was named the “Patton,” after World War II commander George S. Patton.

General Statistics Width:  11 ft 11 in Length:  28 ft 11 in Height:  10 ft 2 in Max Weight: 104,000 lbs Engine:  1 x Continental AV-1790 12-cylinder gasoline-powered Engine power:  690 hp at 2,800 rpm (515 kW)   Performance Maximum speed:  28 mph Range, Road:  70 miles   Armament 1 x 90 mm M41 cannon, .50-caliber and .30-caliber machine guns

(via FHCAM - M48A1 Patton Medium Tank)

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M46 Patton medium tank of U.S. 1st Marine Tank Battalion with 18-inch searchlight. Korea 1952.