'Purely as a weapon, the M1A2 is superior to the various T-72 models that Russia is using in Ukraine,' a military and defense expert told Newsweek.
The M1A2 is a fourth-generation tank, rather than the T-72's status as"a third-generation tank, at best," Clarke said. The glaring drawback is this fuel economy, he added, with the Abrams covering as little as 400 yards to the gallon over rough terrain in battle.
Stressing the importance of electronics, Russian security expert and political scientist, Dr. Mark Galeotti, also toldHowever, some areas of comparison are difficult because there are just so many factors to consider, Peck said. The Abrams and the T-72 are"different vehicles for different armies," he added.
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