| 60 Armoured Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 2019 – present |
| Country |  India |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch |  Indian Army |
| Type | Armoured Corps |
| Size | Regiment |
| Nickname(s) | Panthers |
| Colors | Blue, yellow and green [1] |
| Equipment | T-90 tanks |
| Insignia | |
| Abbreviation | 60 Armd Regt |
60 Armoured Regiment is an armoured regiment of the Indian Army.
The regiment was raised in 2019 at Ahmednagar. It is equipped with the T-90 tanks and is currently part of the Jhansi based 31 Armoured Division (White Tiger Division). [2]
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