M48A2 Patton: This was the most common variant of the M48 tank used in Korea. It featured a 90 mm main gun, improved armor, and a more powerful engine compared to earlier M48 models. The M48A2 entered combat in the later stages of the Korean War and proved effective against North Korean armor and fortifications.
M48A2C Patton: The M48A2C was a specialized command variant of the M48A2. It was equipped with additional communications equipment and map boards to facilitate command and control operations. The M48A2C served in Korea as a command vehicle for armored units.
M48A3 Patton: The M48A3 was a further improvement of the M48 design, incorporating a rangefinder, improved fire control systems, and a more powerful engine. However, the M48A3 did not arrive in Korea until after the armistice, so it did not see combat in the Korean War.
In summary, the M48 tanks deployed in the Korean War primarily consisted of the M48A2 and M48A2C variants. These tanks provided significant firepower, armor protection, and mobility to the United States and United Nations forces engaged in the conflict.