General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams vs Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M
General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams and Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M are both main battle tank, compared here on public specifications. The Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M leads on range (500 vs 426 km). Several Russia-origin figures here are manufacturer or state claims with limited independent verification, so treat this comparison as directional.
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Full spec sheet
 General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams
Wins 6/8 |  Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M
Wins 2/8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 67 km/h ✓ | 60 km/h |
| Range (km) | 426 km | 500 km ✓ |
| Power-to-weight (hp/t) | 23.8 hp/t ✓ | 18.5 hp/t |
| Muzzle velocity (m/s) | 1,655 m/s | 1,700 m/s ✓ |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 120 mm | 125 mm |
| Ammunition | 42 ✓ | 40 |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | 9.77 m | 9.53 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 65,900 kg | 46,500 kg |
| Crew | 4 | 3 |
| Propulsion | ||
| Engine power (hp) | 1,500 hp ✓ | 1,130 hp |
| Program | ||
| Unit cost (USD) | $8,500,000 | N/A |
| Units built | 1,200 ✓ | 900 |
| Operator countries | 6 ✓ | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams and Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M? +
The General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 67 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M has the longest range at 500 km.
Which is cheaper? +
The General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams has the lower public unit-cost figure at 8,500,000 USD. Treat this as directional, defense pricing varies by contract and configuration.
Which has the higher power-to-weight? +
The General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams has the higher power-to-weight at 23.8 hp/t.
Which has the higher muzzle velocity? +
The Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M has the higher muzzle velocity at 1,700 m/s.
Which has the higher ammunition? +
The General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams has the higher ammunition at 42.
Is the General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams better than the Uralvagonzavod T-72B3M? +
On the public specs we track, the General Dynamics Land Systems M1A2 SEP v2 Abrams leads on 4 of 6 headline metrics, see the full spec sheet for the metric-by-metric breakdown.
Where does this comparison data come from? +
Every figure in the table is sourced from public manufacturer pages, defense-ministry releases and reference publications, and is verifiable on each system's spec page. WeaponSpecs does not accept vendor placement.
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