ABRAMS MODERNIZATION
Modernization of Abrams allows transition and interoperability with GCV and the future HBCT. Abrams Modernization is essential to maximize the effectiveness of a GCV equipped HBCT. Abrams provides the ability to dominate land operations for the HBCT now and through 2050. As the most advanced Tank in the world, the Abrams MBT is the backbone of the U.S. Military. Abrams modernization is vital to maintain dominance on the battlefield, ensure synchronization with the Army’s strategy-based priorities and guarantees a quick response to changes in operational environments and adversaries.
DEMONSTRATORS
Through Independent Research and Development (IRAD) activities, the demonstrators provide the Abrams with a rapid prototyping platform, development integration, testing and demonstration of technologies and capabilities. These demonstrators quickly validate new technologies and demonstrate concept hardware; capture user feedback; and provide potential solutions to the Warfighter in less time.
VEHICLE FEATURES & SPECS
MODERNIZATION
VEM DDU FBCB2 Appliqué -
DDU Hardware
Blue Force Tracker (BFT2) Upgrade
Joint Battle Command Platform -
(JBC-P S/W)
Embedded Training/Command/
Common Embedded Training -
(S/W) (ET Port/CERTS)
Vehicle Health Management System
Mounted Soldier System
Battery Monitoring Systems (BMS)
Noise Reduction - Hydraulic and
Fan Noise
Ammo Data Link
Power Improvements -
1000 Amp Alternator
Slip Ring
Support Hardware
SWaP C Buybacks and Obsolescence
Management
ABRAMS HULL DEMONSTRATOR FEATURES
Abrams Dieselization
MTU-833 CRI 1500 Hp Diesel Engine
Allison 5250MX Hydrokenetic Transmission
Allison Final Drives built by LOC
Performance
Dehil 570 P Series Track and Road Wheels
L-3’s Hydropneumatic Suspension Units
Display and Crew Station Modernization
360 Situational Awareness
Switchable Vision Blocks
Embedded Training
Mounted Soldier System
FUTURE ABRAMS INTEROPERABILITY
Network Upgrades -
Computing Architecture
Network Integration Kits
Warfighters Information Network -
(WIN-T Increment 2)
Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)
Survivability -
Active Protection System (APS)
Environmental Controls Armor