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The U.S. Army’s first M1E3 Abrams prototype features: Reduced weight: ~60 tons for better mobility. Hybrid-electric propulsion: Quieter, more fuel-efficient, extended range. Unmanned turret with autoloader: Smaller crew, faster firing. Active Protection System: Intercepts missiles, RPGs, drones. Modular armor & survivability upgrades: Counters loitering munitions. MOSA architecture & AI... show more

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