Chobham spaced armor (ceramic blocks set in resin between layers of conventional armor) resolved the problem of protection versus mobility. The M1 enjoyed a low silhouette and a very high speed, thanks to an unfortunately voracious gas turbine engine. The first prototypes of the M1, known as the XM1, reached the testing stage in 1976, and the tank began to arrive in battalions in February 1980. The Army made the decision for a new tank series in 1972 and awarded developmental contracts in 1973. The Abrams Tank System synchronizes its high tempo, distributed manuever via its digitized situational awareness and the fusion of onboard and remote battlefield sensors. It is capable of engaging the enemy in any weather, day or night on the multi-dimensional, non-linear battlefield using its firepower, manuever, and shock effect. The purpose of this vehicle is to provide mobile firepower for armored formations of sufficient capability to successfully close with and destroy any opposing armored fighting vehicle in the world, while providing protection for it's crew in any conceivable combat environment. It is the backbone of the armored forces of the United States military, and several of US allies as well. Abrams, former Army Chief of Staff and commander of the 37th Armored Battalion.
The M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank (MBT) is the namesake of the late General Creighton W.
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