The US is investing $532 million to upgrade 53 M1A2 Abrams tanks to SEP V3 standard to improve the ability to meet modern threats

System Enhanced Package Version 3 or SEP V3 is the most popular version of the Abrams main battle tank. The US Army intends to upgrade more than 50 M1A2s to this standard.

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The SEP V3 upgrade improves the tank's ability to meet modern threats. It brings a new armour package and improves the efficiency of the power distribution system. The integrated propulsion system ensures that the electronics can operate when the engine is switched off.

Another major innovation is the weapon management system, which was developed as part of the SEP V3 upgrade. It allows the use of air-launched tank shells to destroy airborne threats.

The US Army wants to spend $532 million to upgrade 53 M1A2 Abrams tanks to the SEP V3 standard. The corresponding information was published on the website of the US Senate. Thus, the upgrade of one combat vehicle on average will cost the US budget $10 million.

Source: US Senate