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To: Manly Warrior

Funny how the M1 Abrams doesn’t have that problm.


31 posted on 04/28/2022 9:11:12 AM PDT by DownInFlames (P)
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35 posted on 04/28/2022 9:12:43 AM PDT by mylife (It looks just like a telefunken U47... (===)
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To: DownInFlames

Because all modern (post 1960s) western tanks have improved crew protection. Improved armor all around, Ammo compartments and blast doors operated by the gunner, NBC over-pressure etc.

Build one M1 or 20 T72s. 4 men to 60. Which is more cost efficient and capable?


55 posted on 04/28/2022 9:35:52 AM PDT by Manly Warrior (US ARMY (Ret), "No Free Lunches for the Dogs of War" )
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