Takom 1/35 M60A3 w/ M9 Bulldozer Attachment Plastic Model Kit FEATURES: Hatches can be fitted opened or closed One-piece tracks Photo-etched & clear parts included Choice of 4 markings HISTORY: The M60 is one of the world’s most successful main battle tanks with 15,000 having been produced and serving in the armies of 22 countries. M60 tanks entered service with the US Army in 1960. The M60A1 with a new turret, thicker armour and a new ammunition stowage system, was manufactured from 1962 to 1980. The development of the M60A2 with a new turret fitted with a 152mm gun and missile launcher was halted and effort was directed to the development and production of the highly successful M60A3 tank, which incorporated improvements to the gunfire control and entered service in 1978. The US Army phased M60A3 out of service in 1997 and it was superseded by M1 Abrams, a third-generation main battle tank. As of 2010, Egypt is operating around 1,700 upgraded M60A3s while Turkey and Israel are operating 900 and 700 units respectively. Please note: paints and glue are required to complete this model kit. Available separately. Deluxe Materials Plastic Magic Cement 40ml (AD83) Plastic Magic Cement is a thin, liquid plastic cement with a 10-15 sec adjustment time & non-clog action. It is non-toxic, non-flammable, has minimal odour and almost zero emissions when compared to competitors.