M1A2C - upgrades to the M1A1 and M1A2 tanks as part of the System Enhanced Package project, specifically the SEPv3 version. The SEPv3 project began in 2015, with the first upgraded tanks delivered in 2017. M1A2 SEPv2 tanks were initially upgraded to the M1A2C version, with upgrades to older stored M1A1 tanks starting in January 2019, for a total of 174 tanks. Tentatively, 274 M1A2C Abrams tanks are expected to be available in 2021 after the completion of the ongoing modernization, out of a total planned 435 tanks.
Compared to the M1A2 SEPv2, the M1A2C version has improved ballistic protection, increased reliability, reduced overall fuel consumption and an all-new Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) communications system based on state-of-the-art technology.
The hull and turret of the M1A2C tank have an integrated IED protection system, and the tank can be equipped with both reactive and imaginary armour elements. The tank is equipped with the Crew Duke V3 electronic warfare system to deactivate electronic IED detonators located in the threat area in front of and to the sides of the tank. The turret is equipped with a pair of six-barrel M250 smoke grenade launchers on the sides, and a smoke screen can also be created by the vehicle's engine.
The tank is powered by a Honeywell AGT1500 gas turbine with a power output of 1100 kW. The tank is also equipped with an auxiliary power unit, ensuring the operation of on-board electronics and other equipment in place, without the need to turn on the tank engine, which not only reduces the possibility of detection of the tank by noise generated, but also reduces the overall fuel consumption during combat operations from a stationary position.
Source: ATM 2/2019; ISBN 1802-4823
M1A2C
Author Website : https://www.army-technology.com/
Compared to the M1A2 SEPv2, the M1A2C version has improved ballistic protection, increased reliability, reduced overall fuel consumption and an all-new Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) communications system based on state-of-the-art technology.
The hull and turret of the M1A2C tank have an integrated IED protection system, and the tank can be equipped with both reactive and imaginary armour elements. The tank is equipped with the Crew Duke V3 electronic warfare system to deactivate electronic IED detonators located in the threat area in front of and to the sides of the tank. The turret is equipped with a pair of six-barrel M250 smoke grenade launchers on the sides, and a smoke screen can also be created by the vehicle's engine.
The tank is powered by a Honeywell AGT1500 gas turbine with a power output of 1100 kW. The tank is also equipped with an auxiliary power unit, ensuring the operation of on-board electronics and other equipment in place, without the need to turn on the tank engine, which not only reduces the possibility of detection of the tank by noise generated, but also reduces the overall fuel consumption during combat operations from a stationary position.
Source: ATM 2/2019; ISBN 1802-4823
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