The M48 Patton is a main battle tank (MBT) that was designed in the United States. It was the third tank (after M46 & M47) to be officially named after General George S. Patton, commander of the U.S.

The M48 Patton tank, which is owned by US Army Central (USARCENT), was transported from Shaw Air Force Base to Fort Knox's Logistic Readiness Center for a preservation project in late September.