The major improvement of the M48 over the M47 was the superior shape of the “Turtleback” cast steel turret, which provided a greater internal volume and much better ballistic protection. Using a cast elliptical hull which has high structural rigidity and excellent ballistic protection, this 47.5 ton tank has proven its worth in the field of combat against like opposition. There are numerous variations and modifications of the M48 in existence all over the world today, and this kit depicts an M48A3 “Patton” as it appeared during the Vietnam conflict when employed by the U.S. Numerous technical problems with the new tank delayed its deployment in significant numbers until 1958. Ford and General Motors were awarded production contracts, in addition to Chrysler, and the first M48 was delivered in early 1953. Due to the Korean war, production of the M48 was authorized prior to the completion of any prototype or testing. Design of the M48 series of medium tanks commenced in October 1950, with the Chrysler Corporation commissioned to do the design work and provide six prototypes.
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