M1A1 Abrams vs PT-91 Twardy
Overview
The M1A1 Abrams and the PT-91 Twardy are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by General Dynamics Corp. and ZMIS respectively.
The M1A1 Abrams weighs 63.0 tons vs 48.5 tons for the PT-91 Twardy. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M1A1 Abrams vs 70 km/h for the PT-91 Twardy. Operational range is 465 km for the M1A1 Abrams vs 650 km for the PT-91 Twardy. The M1A1 Abrams is armed with a 1 M256 120mm smoothbore barrel (40 shells) gun, while the PT-91 Twardy carries a 1 × ZTS 2A46MS 125 mm gun (42 rounds).
The M1A1 Abrams has been produced in 9,200 units vs 285 for the PT-91 Twardy.
| American main battle tank, built in over 9,200 units, manufactured by General Dynamics Corp. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics Corp. |
| Number produced | 9,200 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Polish main battle tank, entering service in 1995, features ERAWA dynamic armour. | |
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| Origin country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Medium Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | ZMIS |
| Number produced | 285 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.4 million |
| Combat weight | 63.0 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 465 km ◉ |
| Length | 9.83 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.65 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.43 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | AGT-1500 Turbine with 1500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M256 120mm smoothbore barrel (40 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M-2HB 12.7mm machine gun (1000 rounds) |
| Combat weight | 48.5 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 650 km ◉ |
| Length | 10.00 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.70 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.60 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | PZL-Wola S-1000R diesel 1,000 hp (750 kW) |
| Main armament | 1 × ZTS 2A46MS 125 mm gun (42 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 1 × 7.62mm FN MAG coaxial general-purpose machine gun (2,000 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M1A1 Abrams or PT-91 Twardy?
The PT-91 Twardy is faster with a maximum road speed of 70 km/h compared to the M1A1 Abrams's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M1A1 Abrams or PT-91 Twardy?
The PT-91 Twardy has a longer operational range at 650 km compared to the M1A1 Abrams's 465 km.
Which is heavier, the M1A1 Abrams or PT-91 Twardy?
The M1A1 Abrams is heavier at 63.0 tons combat weight compared to the PT-91 Twardy's 48.5 tons.
Which is larger, the M1A1 Abrams or PT-91 Twardy?
The PT-91 Twardy is longer at 10.00 meters compared to the M1A1 Abrams's 9.83 meters.
How many crew members do the M1A1 Abrams and PT-91 Twardy require?
The M1A1 Abrams requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the PT-91 Twardy's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M1A1 Abrams or PT-91 Twardy?
The M1A1 Abrams has been produced in greater numbers with 9,200 units compared to 285 units of the PT-91 Twardy.
What are the main armaments of the M1A1 Abrams and PT-91 Twardy?
The M1A1 Abrams is armed with 1 M256 120mm smoothbore barrel (40 shells) gun while the PT-91 Twardy carries 1 × ZTS 2A46MS 125 mm gun (42 rounds) as its main armament.