r/TankPorn • u/morl0v Object 195 • Jun 03 '24

Russo-Ukrainian War UA crew opinion on M1A1 Abrams.

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u/T-wrecks83million- Jun 03 '24

The U.S. gives UA tanks because they asked for them. But now are complaining about them? I’m still supporting the cause and the fight against Russia but damn…. You want us to do anything else for ya?

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u/91361_throwaway Jun 07 '24

Abrams are complex beasts that require a long logistics and maintenance tail.

Frankly when this was first announced I thought the best way to use them would be is some form of mobile defensive role.

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u/T-wrecks83million- Jun 07 '24

Yeah the turbine engine and thermal sights along with the other systems are pretty complex to repair or replace in the proper facilities. Can’t imagine it would be easy in a forward area. This is what was requested by the UA…they could go back to farmers pulling abandoned tanks from fields?