Add iconic Cold War armor to your collection with this detailed 3D printable model of the legendary M60A1 Patton.

Introduced in the early 1960s, the M60A1 was a major upgrade of the M60 series, featuring an improved turret design and enhanced armor protection. Armed with the powerful 105mm M68 gun, it became one of the backbone tanks of the U.S. Army and served extensively during the Cold War era.

This model faithfully recreates the distinctive rounded turret, long 105mm barrel, detailed suspension system, and classic Cold War silhouette. Perfect for military collectors, historical dioramas, and scale armor enthusiasts.

Ideal for:

Cold War military collectors

U.S. Army vehicle fans

Diorama builders

Wargaming projects

Scale model painters

Optimized for durability, detail, and realistic finishing.

3D printing settingsPrinter Type: FDM (recommended for strength) or Resin (for high detail)

Layer Height:

FDM: 0.12–0.2 mm

Resin: 0.05 mm

Infill: 20–30% (Gyroid or Cubic)

Supports:

Required for main gun barrel and turret overhangs

Tree supports recommended (FDM)

Material:

PLA (easy and reliable)

PETG (stronger & impact resistant)

Resin (best for small-scale precision models)

Nozzle (FDM): 0.4 mm

Print Orientation:

Hull flat on build plate

Turret printed separately

Barrel angled slightly to reduce supports

Post-Processing Tips:

Light sanding before priming

Apply olive drab or NATO camouflage

Add weathering effects (dust, mud, wear)

Matte clear coat for realistic military finish