Post by Keith Heitmann on Oct 22, 2003 7:29:38 GMT -5
The M1 Abrams has been made in various versions for the US Army since 1980. The original M1 produced still had a 105 mm cannon and conventional laminate armour. By 1986 the production was changed over to the A1 type. The A1 was equipped with a modern 120 mm gun, that was developed by the German firm Rheinmetall and was also used by the German Army in the Leopard 2. It also had improved suspension, NBC protection for the crew and the armour was considerably improved by the use of layers of uranium inside the armour plating. Some years ago the older version was upgraded to the A2. All calculations are now processed digitally and the commander has a panoramic periscope with thermal imaging camera. The Abrams is one of the few turbine-driven tanks. To reduce fuel consumption the A2 was retrofitted with an auxiliary power unit capable of supplying all systems with energy.
Model-details:
- Finely detailed model with many surface structures
- Injection moulded tracks with individual links
- APU to rear
- Includes cartridge handling device and fully rotating lights
- Turret stowage basket with many details
- Includes design for 3-colour camouflage
Colors: 5 7 9 17 91
Model details
Scale 1:35
Release date 07/2003
No. of parts 295
Length 277 mm
Skill Level 5
Original details
Type description Heavy US-battle tank
Year/Period 1993
Origin USA
Engine capacity 1100 kW
Speed 66 km/h
Weight 68.700 kg