M1 Abrams
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| M1 Abrams Medium Tank | |
|---|---|
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| Weaponry | 105mm APDS cannon Browning M2 HB 120mm ADPS cannon late in TW1 |
| Armour | Medium tank plating |
| Type | Main battle tank |
| Faction | Allies and GDI |
The M1 Abrams Medium Tank was a heavily armoured tracked battle vehicle, first produced by the Allied nations during Great World War Two which formed the backbone of the Allied and later GDI armoured divisions. While initially outfitted with 90mm cannons, it was soon issued a 105mm cannon that allowed it to be a match to enemy armour, while retaining it's maneuverability. Also, it cost less to produce than heavy Soviet units or more sophisticated designs of the Brotherhood.
The medium tank was first designed and fielded during the Great World War II to match the amounts of Soviet armor. Although the lightest tank of the USSR was still stronger, it did even the odds somewhat in that the medium tank could be far better mass produced than any Soviet tank, as it was significantly cheaper. Unfortunately, it was outclassed by the Soviet heavy tank. The heavy tank was as fast as it, but mounted two 105 mm Cannons, and therefore, almost twice the firepower.
The design of the tank proved so successful, that during the First Tiberium War its upgraded versions, the M1A1, were adopted as GDI's main battle tanks. At some time during the later days TW1 it was given a 120mm cannon.The GDI medium tank could defeat any Nod vehicle in a one on one fight.
As a counter, rocket infantry squads were effective, although their lack of speed meant it could be difficult for a target to not be squished by a medium tank - care was needed. Furthermore, medium tanks could be targeted by recon bikes or Bradley M2s in groups, at which point an Abrams would fail, same as in a situation in which a gunship (such as the Mi-24 Hind) would attack it . But in general, it was highly effective against enemy armored vehicles, and was a match for a flame tank one-on-one.
The M1 Abrams were eventually phased out and replaced with Titan Medium Walkers.
