The M1 Abrams (/ ˈeɪbrəmz /) [9] is a third-generation American main battle tank designed by Chrysler Defense (now General Dynamics Land Systems) and named for General Creighton …

6 days ago · 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.

16 hours 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 …

4 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.

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.

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.

Jan 3, 2026 · A report by the Congressional Research Service outlines how the US Army is reshaping the future of its Abrams tank fleet through the new M-1E3 modernisation programme.

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 …

Dec 22, 2025 · This next-generation Abrams tank is equipped with advanced technology and features, ensuring it is nimble, robust, and powerful. Its mission: to offer unparalleled crew …

Apr 14, 2025 · The Army decided in September 2023 that it would pursue a more significant modernization effort for the Abrams tank, rather than go through with planned upgrades to …