From M60 to Suleiman-402: Iran’s Bold Upgrade to Defy Sanctions and Rivals

Unveiled in September 2024 and delivered to the Iranian Army by March 2025, the Suleiman-402 tank marks a significant chapter in Iran’s push for military self-reliance. Built on the chassis of the American-made M60, a Cold War relic first acquired in the 1970s, this upgraded main battle tank showcases Tehran’s ingenuity under decades of crippling sanctions. Featuring a 120 mm smoothbore cannon, explosive reactive armor, advanced fire control systems with thermal imaging, and a beefed-up 900-horsepower engine, the Suleiman-402 breathes new life into a dated platform. But how does it stack up against regional heavyweights like Saudi Arabia’s M1A2 Abrams, Turkey’s Altay, or Iraq’s T-90S? In this video, we dive into the tank’s upgrades, Iran’s strategic motivations, and its role in a volatile Middle East. Is this a game-changer or a pragmatic stopgap? Join us as we explore Iran’s bold bid to defy isolation and modernize its armored forces!

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