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M1 Abrams vs T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer

M1 Abrams main battle tank side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ M1 Abrams
T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer main battle tank side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer
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Specifications
M1 Abrams T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Main Battle Tank Main Battle Tank
Type Heavy Main Battle Tank Heavy Tank Destroyer
Manufacturer General Dynamics Corp. Pacific Car and Foundry Company
Number produced 10,300 units 2 units
Estimated unit price $8.5 million $-- million
Combat weight 66.8 tons 86.0 tons
Maximum speed 72 km/h 13 km/h
Operational range 426 km 130 km
Length 9.77 m 11.30 m
Width 3.66 m 4.39 m
Height 2.44 m 2.84 m
Crew 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver) 4
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Armament & Powertrain
M1 Abrams T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer
Main armament 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds) 1 antichar 105mm gun
Secondary weapon 1 Γ— 0.50 caliber (12.7 mm) M2HB heavy machine gun with 900 rounds 1 M2 12.7mm machine gun
Engine Honeywell AGT1500 multi-fuel turbine engine 1,500 shp (1,120 kW) Ford V8 Diesel Engine with 500 hp

Overview

The M1 Abrams and the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer are both Main Battle Tanks, manufactured by General Dynamics Corp. and Pacific Car and Foundry Company respectively.

The M1 Abrams weighs 66.8 tons vs 86.0 tons for the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer. Top speed is 72 km/h for the M1 Abrams vs 13 km/h for the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer. Operational range is 426 km for the M1 Abrams vs 130 km for the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer. The M1 Abrams is armed with a 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds), while the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer carries a 1 antichar 105mm gun.

The M1 Abrams has been produced in 10,300 units vs 2 for the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the M1 Abrams or T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The M1 Abrams is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer's 13 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M1 Abrams or T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The M1 Abrams has a longer operational range at 426 km compared to the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer's 130 km.
Which is heavier, the M1 Abrams or T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer is heavier at 86.0 tons combat weight compared to the M1 Abrams's 66.8 tons.
Which is larger, the M1 Abrams or T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer is longer at 11.30 meters compared to the M1 Abrams's 9.77 meters.
How many crew members do the M1 Abrams and T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer require?
The M1 Abrams requires a larger crew of 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver) compared to the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer's 4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M1 Abrams or T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The M1 Abrams has been produced in greater numbers with 10,300 units compared to 2 units of the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer.
What are the main armaments of the M1 Abrams and T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer?
The M1 Abrams is armed with 120 mm L/44 M256 smoothbore gun (40 rounds) while the T28 Heavy Tank Destroyer carries 1 antichar 105mm gun as its main armament.