Tanks and Sky-High Costs: The World's Priciest Military Wonders

MosaicHarbor Updated: 2025-09-06

4. Patton M60

Joined the Service: 1955 Producer: General Dynamics
Price: *$1 million Introduced in 1959, the M60 Patton is the Marine Corps' second-generation main battle tank. After the deactivation of the Marines' heavy tank battalion in 1963, the M60 Patton emerged as a vital asset, particularly during the Cold War era. Valued at around $1 million, the M60 Patton was the backbone of U.S. forces as a primary battle tank during this tense period. Its rugged design and pioneering technology made it a formidable foe against enemy armor, paving the way for future armored combat.

M60 Patton
Source: Twitter.com/HomelandMax The M60 Patton offers a 300-mile operational range and demands a 385-gallon fuel tank. Manned by a crew of four, it thrives on coordination and precision. Serving the Army until 2005, the M60 Patton proved its longevity and battlefield prowess. Its impressive range, firepower, and crew efficiency made it a defining force in U.S. military history, especially during the Cold War.