Key Points - The M1 Abrams main battle tank has undergone significant evolution since its 1980 service entry to remain a dominant force. -The original M1 featured a 105mm gun, Chobham armor, and a gas ...
When the Army launched the M1 tank program in the early 1970s, it was determined to avoid the cost overruns and failures that plagued earlier efforts like the MBT-70 and XM-803. This time, the Army ...