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About the U.S. M1A1 Abrams with Mine Plow
Developed during the early
1980's, the M1 Abrams tank benefited from the latest technological wonders of
the time, giving it enormous advantage on any battlefield. The turret, being
very angular and squat, had a very roomy interior. This angular design was
combined with Chobham armor for excellent protection against the kinetic energy
from hollow charge projectiles. The hull sides and rear panels are vertical,
with only the front angled to deflect anti-tank shots. The 1500 horsepower Avco-Lycoming
AGT-1500 turbine engine provides remarkable speed and maneuverability plus being
regarded as one of the quietest tank powerplants available today. During the mid
1980's the M1 underwent an improvement program to upgrade its 105mm gun to the
type M256 120mm smoothbore cannon. The armor at the frontal area of the lower
hull front and turret was also increased, and it was given the new designation
of "M 1A1". Other improvements are seen in the enlarged rear turret bustle
stowage rack, a new style crosswind sensor, a revised gunner's sightmount, plus
reinforced suspension and transmission unit. One of the more specialized pieces
of equipment utilized on this tank is a detachable plow for uncovering and
neutralizing mine fields. Land mines are a menacing problem for both humans and
vehicles during any conflict, and the operations of this specialized M1A1 helped
clear the way for troops following the tanks during the recent Gulf conflict.
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X-10 - Gun Metal |
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X-11 - Chrome Silver |
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X-18 - Semi Gloss
Black |
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X-23 - Clear Blue |
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X-3 - Royal Blue |
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X-7 - Red |
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XF-1 - Flat Black |
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XF-15 - Flat Flesh |
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XF-49 - Khaki |
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XF-5 - Flat Green |
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XF-56 - Metallic Grey |
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XF-57 - Buff |
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XF-58 - Olive Green |
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XF-59 - Desert Yellow |
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XF-60 - Dark Yellow |
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XF-64 - Red Brown |
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XF-7 - Flat Red |
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