The M1 Abrams was developed from the failed joint American- West German MBT-70 project that intended to replace the dated M60 tank. There are three main operational Abrams versions: …

1 day ago · The U.S. Army unveiled the M1E3 Abrams prototype in Detroit Auto Show to test unmanned turret design, crew layout, and digital systems for the future M1A3 tank.

Jan 7, 2026 · Testing of the first iteration of the Army's next-generation, lighter-weight, hybrid-electric Abrams tank concept is set to kick off soon.

The U.S. Army has released full-body photos of its first prototype of the M1E3 Abrams, a next generation variant of the Cold War era Abrams tank that first entered service in 1980. The new …

Jan 7, 2026 · The Army recently released photos of its prototype for the M1E3 Abrams, a replacement to the service's long-running main battle tank.

1 day ago · The M1E3 Abrams, displayed on the show floor in Hall E, is a big change in how the Army designs its main battle tanks, with a focus on digital systems, open architecture and …

Jan 8, 2026 · For 46 years, the Abrams tank has been a workhorse for the Army, but in the past decade there have been calls for an overhaul and modernization.

5 days ago · The US Army received the first M1E3 Abrams prototype. Featuring a hybrid engine and unmanned turret, this tank marks a rapid shift in defense acquisition.

1 day ago · A Glimpse of the Abrams’ Future The public unveiling of the M1E3 Abrams prototype offers a rare insight into the Army’s long-term vision for armored warfare. With its unmanned …

Dec 15, 2025 · The M-1 Abrams Tank (Figure 1) is designed to maneuver under fire and destroy enemy armored forces on the battlefield. The M-1 is named for General Creighton Abrams, a …