The M1A2 Abrams (Tank, Combat, Full Tracked, 120 mm Gun M1A2) is an American third generation main battle tank. Its production began in 1992 as an advanced modification of the M1A1 Abrams. One of the most notable features of the M1A2, which significantly distinguishes it from the previous Abrams variant, is the Intervehicular Information System (IVIS), which provides automatic and continuous information exchange between all combat units on the battlefield. In addition, the M1A2 received improved armor protection and a new fire control system with a panoramic commander's sight. In total, approximately 2,200 vehicles have been either newly built or upgraded to the M1A2 standard, and are still in active service in various countries, including the United States, Australia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Morocco.
The M1A2 Abrams was introduced in Update 1.93 "Black Shark". Compared to its predecessor, the M1A1, the tank receives a new turret armor package with depleted uranium, thereby increasing the turret's resistance against the most advanced kinetic munitions. The M1A2 was also equipped with a commander's panoramic sight with a thermal imaging channel, which improved situational awareness on the battlefield. However, the vehicle's hull remains weakly armored, and other modifications led to an increase in the tank's weight, resulting in a slight decrease in mobility and maximum speed. In terms of combat tactics, the M1A2 is suitable for both highly active gameplay and defensive engagements. Flanking maneuvers, occupying key positions, maneuverable close combat, and long-range firefights—all are within the capabilities of the Abrams. However, it is worth considering the vulnerability of the hull even to relatively weak APFSDS rounds, necessitating hiding the hull behind terrain features for protection.