M1 Abrams vs Magach 7
The M1 Abrams and the Magach 7 are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by General Dynamics Corp. and Israeli Military Industries respectively. The M1 Abrams weighs 66.8 tons vs 57.3 tons for the Magach 7. Top speed is 72 km/h for the M1 Abrams vs 48 km/h for the Magach 7. Operational range is 426 km for the M1 Abrams vs 450 km for the Magach 7. The M1 Abrams is armed with a 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds), while the Magach 7 carries a 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun. The M1 Abrams has been produced in 10,300 units vs 150 for the Magach 7.
| American main battle tank, first fielded in 1980, with over 10,300 units manufactured. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics Corp. |
| Number produced | 10,300 units |
| Estimated unit price | $8.5 million |
| Israeli heavy tank, approximately 150 units built, upgraded M60 Patton with reactive armor. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Israeli Military Industries |
| Number produced | 150 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 66.8 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 426 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.77 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.66 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.44 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver) |
| Engine | Honeywell AGT1500 multi-fuel turbine engine 1,500 shp (1,120 kW) |
| Main armament | 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 1 × 0.50 caliber (12.7 mm) M2HB heavy machine gun with 900 rounds |
| Combat weight | 57.3 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 48 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 450 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.33 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.30 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Continental AVDS 1790-2 V-12 Diesel Engine with 690 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M-2HB 12.7mm machine gun (3000 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M1 Abrams or Magach 7?
The M1 Abrams is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the Magach 7's 48 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M1 Abrams or Magach 7?
The Magach 7 has a longer operational range at 450 km compared to the M1 Abrams's 426 km.
Which is heavier, the M1 Abrams or Magach 7?
The M1 Abrams is heavier at 66.8 tons combat weight compared to the Magach 7's 57.3 tons.
Which is larger, the M1 Abrams or Magach 7?
The M1 Abrams is longer at 9.77 meters compared to the Magach 7's 9.33 meters.
How many crew members do the M1 Abrams and Magach 7 require?
The M1 Abrams requires a larger crew of 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver) compared to the Magach 7's 4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M1 Abrams or Magach 7?
The M1 Abrams has been produced in greater numbers with 10,300 units compared to 150 units of the Magach 7.
What are the main armaments of the M1 Abrams and Magach 7?
The M1 Abrams is armed with 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds) while the Magach 7 carries 1 M68 105mm rifled barrel (54 shells) gun as its main armament.