Merkava Vs M1 Abrams: Which is The Most Powerful Tank? ( Video ) September 15, 2017 Nicola Battle Tanks </p> <h2>Merkava Vs M1 Abrams</h2> <p> The Merkava is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1973 and entered official service in 1978. Four main variants of the tank have been deployed. The M1 Abrams is an American third-generation main battle tank. It is named after General Creighton Abrams. Highly mobile, the M1 is well armed and heavily armored. Notable features include the use of a powerful multifuel turbine engine, the adoption of sophisticated composite armor, and separate ammunition storage in a blow-out compartment for crew safety. Weighing nearly 68 short tons (almost 62 metric tons), it is one of the heaviest main battle tanks in service.</p> <p> Please support our Sponsors -
