Performance tests were conducted on an Abrams M1 tank to determine the overall vehicle operating characteristics and the effectiveness of traction aids on iced and snowy surfaces. The tests involved a comparison of how the M1 tank handled with an unmodified T156 track, a T156 track with ice shoes, and a T156 track with tungsten carbide tipped studs. The vehicle was tested for stopping distance, slope climbing ability, and the time required to negotiate a fixed slalom course.


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    Title :

    M1 Winter Tank Test (Traction Devices)


    Contributors:
    R. L. Smith (author)

    Publication date :

    1982


    Size :

    38 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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