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-====== Tank Reference ======
+====== Tank Reference: NATO ======
-====== Eastern Bloc ======
+<WRAP round INFO>
-====== NATO/Western Aligned ======
+This article is a part of [[:arma_3:asset_guides|Arma 3 Asset Guides]].
-==== Modern Era ====
+</WRAP>
-=== M1A1 Abrams === ^Description|A third-generation American main battle tank known for its powerful armament and advanced armor systems. ^Primary Armament(s)|105mm M68A1 rifled cannon| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 .50 Caliber machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun| ^Armor|Chobham composite armor, depleted uranium layers| ^Countermeasures|MELLS (Maneuver-Enhancing Lethality Kills System) active protection, smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Advanced thermal imaging, digital fire control systems, integrated battle management| ^Application|Designed for frontline engagements with superior firepower, protection, and mobility in diverse combat environments.|
+==== Keywords ====
-=== M1A2 Abrams === ^Description|An upgraded version of the M1 Abrams with enhanced electronics, armor, and armament. ^Primary Armament(s)|120mm M256 smoothbore gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 .50 Caliber machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun| ^Armor|Improved Chobham composite armor with depleted uranium tiles| ^Countermeasures|Advanced active protection systems, smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Commander's Independent Thermal Viewer (CITV), improved avionics, and networked battlefield awareness| ^Application|Enhanced version for superior battlefield performance with improved targeting and survivability.|
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+^Acronym^Full Name^Description^
+^TUSK|Tank Urban Survival Kit|Basic urban warfare protection package for M1 Abrams series|
+^TUSK II|Tank Urban Survival Kit II|Enhanced version with additional protection and urban warfare capabilities|
+^BRAT|Bar Reactive Armor Tile|Reactive armor component of TUSK system|
+^ARAT|Abrams Reactive Armor Tile|Advanced reactive armor component for later TUSK variants|
-=== Leopard 2A6 === ^Description|A modern German main battle tank renowned for its balance of firepower, protection, and mobility. ^Primary Armament(s)|120mm Rheinmetall L44A1 smoothbore gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm MG3 machine gun, 12.7mm M2 machine gun| ^Armor|Composite armor with add-on modular armor plates| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers, passive and active protection systems| ^Special Features|Advanced fire control system, improved engine and transmission, enhanced situational awareness| ^Application|Versatile MBT suitable for various combat scenarios, offering high reliability and performance.|
+===== Western Bloc =====
-=== Challenger 2 === ^Description|The British Army’s main battle tank, known for its exceptional armor and accuracy. ^Primary Armament(s)|120mm L30A1 rifled gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm L94A1 machine gun, 7.62mm L37A2 coaxial machine gun| ^Armor|Chobham composite armor with additional applique armor| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Second-generation thermal sights, high accuracy rifled gun, robust suspension system| ^Application|Designed for high-intensity conflicts with a focus on defensive capabilities and precise firepower.|
+==== Modern Era ====
-=== Leclerc === ^Description|A French main battle tank featuring advanced electronics and lightweight design for enhanced mobility. ^Primary Armament(s)|120mm CN120-26 smoothbore gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 machine gun, 7.62mm coaxial machine gun| ^Armor|Modular composite armor with optional add-on protection| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers, active protection systems| ^Special Features|Autoloader for main gun, advanced computerized fire control, high power-to-weight ratio| ^Application|Emphasizes rapid deployment and maneuverability, suitable for modern armored warfare requirements.|
+=== M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams ===
+^Description|Latest variant of the Abrams MBT with significant digital upgrades and enhanced protection.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm M256A1 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun|
+^Armor|Depleted uranium mesh-reinforced composite armor, TUSK urban warfare kit available|
+^Countermeasures|AN/VLQ-6 MCD, smoke grenade launchers, Trophy APS (Active Protection System)|
+^Special Features|Advanced thermal sights, networked battle management system, improved power generation|
+^Application|Modern MBT optimized for network-centric warfare and asymmetric threats.|
-=== K2 Black Panther === ^Description|South Korea’s advanced main battle tank, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and significant firepower. ^Primary Armament(s)|120mm L55 smoothbore gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm K6 heavy machine gun, 7.62mm K7 coaxial machine gun| ^Armor|Composite armor with modular add-on armor plating| ^Countermeasures|Soft kill active protection systems, smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Hydropneumatic suspension for improved mobility, advanced fire control and targeting systems| ^Application|Designed for high-intensity engagements with superior protection, mobility, and firepower on the Korean peninsula and beyond.|
+=== M1A2 SEPv1 Abrams ===
+^Description|First System Enhancement Package variant of the M1A2.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm M256 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun|
+^Armor|Depleted uranium mesh-reinforced composite armor|
+^Countermeasures|AN/VLQ-6 MCD, smoke grenade launchers|
+^Special Features|Second-generation FLIR sights, improved digital systems|
+^Application|Enhanced digital battlefield capability and improved thermal imaging.|
-==== Cold War Era ====
+=== M1A1FEP Abrams ===
+^Description|Firepower Enhancement Package upgrade of the M1A1.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm M256 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun|
+^Armor|Depleted uranium mesh-reinforced composite armor|
+^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers|
+^Special Features|Enhanced fire control system, improved commander's weapon station|
+^Application|Upgrade package focusing on firepower improvements and targeting capabilities.|
-=== M60 Patton === ^Description|An American main battle tank that served as a cornerstone of NATO armored forces during the Cold War. ^Primary Armament(s)|105mm M68 rifled gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 .50 Caliber machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun| ^Armor|Chobham composite armor (later variants)| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Reliable and versatile platform, upgraded in various versions to enhance capabilities| ^Application|Used extensively by NATO forces for armored warfare, providing a balance of firepower and protection.|
+=== M1A1SA Abrams ===
+^Description|Situational Awareness upgrade package for M1A1.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm M256 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2HB machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun|
+^Armor|Depleted uranium mesh-reinforced composite armor|
+^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers|
+^Special Features|Enhanced situational awareness package, improved thermal imaging|
+^Application|Focus on crew situational awareness and battlefield intelligence.|
-=== Leopard 1 === ^Description|A West German main battle tank designed for speed and firepower during the Cold War. ^Primary Armament(s)|105mm Royal Ordnance L7A3 rifled gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 .50 Caliber machine gun, 7.62mm MG3 machine gun| ^Armor|Steel armor with modular add-ons| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|High mobility and reliability, equipped with advanced optics for its time| ^Application|Served as a primary MBT for several NATO countries, emphasizing rapid movement and engagement capabilities.|
+=== Merkava Mk IV LIC ===
+^Description|Low Intensity Conflict variant of the Mk IV, optimized for urban warfare.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm MG253 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm MG, 7.62mm MG, 60mm internal mortar|
+^Armor|Composite modular armor, Trophy APS|
+^Countermeasures|Trophy APS, smoke grenades, IR jammers|
+^Special Features|Enhanced urban warfare protection, improved IED protection|
+^Application|Specialized variant for urban combat and asymmetric warfare.|
-=== M48 Patton === ^Description|An American main battle tank introduced in the early Cold War, serving as a key component of NATO armored forces. ^Primary Armament(s)|90mm M41 gun (early variants), later upgraded to 105mm guns| ^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm M2 .50 Caliber machine gun, 7.62mm M240 machine gun| ^Armor|Steel armor with later upgrades| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers| ^Special Features|Robust and versatile platform, subject to numerous upgrades and variants| ^Application|Widely used by NATO allies for frontline armored engagements and various support roles.|
+=== Merkava Mk IV M ===
+^Description|Latest variant of the Mk IV with enhanced digital capabilities.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm MG253 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|12.7mm MG, 7.62mm MG, 60mm internal mortar|
+^Armor|Advanced composite modular armor, Trophy APS|
+^Countermeasures|Trophy APS, smoke grenades, IR jammers|
+^Special Features|Advanced battle management system, improved power systems|
+^Application|Modern MBT with enhanced digital warfare capabilities.|
-==== Post-WWII ====
+=== Leopard 2A6 ===
+^Description|Enhanced variant of the Leopard 2 series with improved firepower.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm L/55 smoothbore gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm MG3A1 machine guns (2)|
+^Armor|Third-generation composite armor|
+^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers|
+^Special Features|Enhanced fire control system, longer L/55 gun|
+^Application|Improved anti-tank capabilities with longer-range main gun.|
+=== FV4034 Challenger 2 ===
+^Description|British main battle tank with distinctive rifled main gun.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|120mm L30A1 rifled gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm L94A1 chain gun, 7.62mm L37A2 machine gun|
+^Armor|Second generation Chobham/Dorchester armor|
+^Countermeasures|L8 smoke grenade dischargers|
+^Special Features|Digital fire control system, battlefield identification system|
+^Application|Heavy MBT emphasizing crew survivability and accurate long-range engagement.|
+==== Cold War Era ====
-=== M4 Sherman === ^Description|An iconic American medium tank used extensively during World War II and in various post-war conflicts. ^Primary Armament(s)|75mm M3 short-barreled gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|.50 Caliber M2 Browning machine gun, coaxial .30 Caliber machine gun| ^Armor|Steel armor with varying thickness| ^Countermeasures|None| ^Special Features|Reliable and easy to produce, adaptable to multiple roles with numerous variants| ^Application|Used by numerous Allied forces for infantry support, armored engagements, and various auxiliary roles during and after WWII.|
+=== Leopard 1A3 ===
+^Description|Improved variant of the Leopard 1 with new turret design.|
+^Primary Armament(s)|105mm L7A3 rifled gun|
+^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm MG3 machine guns (2)|
+^Armor|Spaced armor in welded turret|
+^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers|
+^Special Features|New welded turret design, improved armor protection|
+^Application|Mobile MBT focusing on firepower and mobility over heavy armor.|
-=== Centurion === ^Description|A British main battle tank that saw extensive service post-World War II, renowned for its durability and firepower. ^Primary Armament(s)|105mm L7 rifled gun| ^Secondary Armament(s)|7.62mm L37A2 machine gun, 12.7mm Browning M2 machine gun| ^Armor|Chobham composite armor (later upgrades)| ^Countermeasures|Smoke grenade launchers (later variants)| ^Special Features|Balanced design with good mobility, firepower, and protection for its time| ^Application|Served in numerous conflicts worldwide, adapting to various combat requirements with multiple upgrade paths.|
+~~DISCUSSION~~
+{{tag>Arma_3 West NATO}}