To: SAMWolf
The 2nd Generation Forward Looking InfraRed sighting system (2nd Gen FLIR) will replace the existing Thermal Image System (TIS) and the Commander's Independent Thermal Viewer. The incorporation of 2nd Gen FLIR into the M1A2 tank will require replacement of all 1st Gen FLIR components. From the warfighter perspective, this is one of the key improvements on the SEP. The 2nd Gen FLIR is a fully integrated engagement-sighting system designed to provide the gunner and tank commander with significantly improved day and night target acquisition and engagement capability. This system allows 70% better acquisition, 45% quicker firing and greater accuracy. In addition, a gain of 30% greater range for target acquisition and identification will increase lethality and lessen fratricide. The Commanders Independent Thermal Viewer (CITV) provides a hunter killer capability. The 2nd GEN FLIR is a variable power sighting system ranging from 3 or 6 power (wide field of view) for target acquisition and 13, 25 or 50 power (narrow field of view) for engaging targets at appropriate range.
M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank
65 posted on
03/10/2003 6:58:37 PM PST by
PhilDragoo
(Hitlery: das Butch von Buchenvald)
To: PhilDragoo
Some great pics and facts PhilDragoo. Thanks.
If the Republican Guard liked the old M1's they're just gonna love the new models.
66 posted on
03/10/2003 7:04:01 PM PST by
SAMWolf
(The French are cordially invited to come to Wisconsin and smell our dairy air)
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