Their is a lot that you need to learn about the technical aspects of M1 series MBT.
Evolution of the M1 series MBT:-
- M1 Abrams model (first unit produced in 1978)
- IPM1 Abrams model (first unit produced in 1984)
- M1A1 Abrams model (first unit produced in 1985)
- M1A2 Abrams model (first unit produced in 1986)
The original M1 Abrams model was equipped with the M68 (105 mm) main gun. Here is an image:
Now, even that M68 (105 mm) main gun doesn't looks like this:
In 1985, an M1 (series) model was developed with improved hull design, enhanced FCS and equipped with the M256 (120 mm) main gun. This model have been officially designated as M1
A1.
M1
A1 Abrams model was [never] equipped with the M68 (105 mm) main gun.
Clear now?
I would like to see the evidence.
This is from the book of Steven J. Zaloga:
Pakistan tested the M1 tank, but disagreements with the US over its nuclear programme have prevented acquisition of the Abrams tank.
He did not specify the model. He pointed out why the deal was cancelled.
Are you reading my posts or just skimming through them?
See above.
A; The issue of
sand ingestion was resolved long ago. This is why M1 series MBT performed really well in desert environments.
B; Yes, this is the first point [from you] which makes sense.
Besides, India have developed a heavy tank and is inducting it.
Untrained shitty Iraqi troops?
Iraqi armed forces were battle-hardened [on the basis of earlier conflicts]. The Iraqi Republican Guard Divisions, in particular, were perceived to be on par with the standards of a well-trained [WESTERN] military force in official assessments. The Iraqi Republican Guard Divisions also possessed latest equipment in the Iraqi arsenal.
40 days of non-stop aerial bombardment likely demoralized several Iraqi military divisions but all of the Iraqi Republican Guard Divisions held their ground and fought with courage in any battle. A battle with one of these Divisions during the
Operation Desert Storm have received considerable publicity and it is known as
The Battle of 73 Easting.
Armed forces of many nations study the aforementioned battle to understand the ground realities of a modern (Tank) battle and draw lessons from it.
I am interested in valid counterarguments.
This question fits on you actually since you believe that a [1960s era] Chinese MBT is better then a legendary and battle-proven (state-of-the-art) MBT.
You cannot fool a well-informed individual like me with such nonsense. Provide some technical counterarguments, if you can.
Is it necessary for every country to buy American goods? No.
Israel have its own Industrial capability.