M1 "Abrams" main battle tank modernization M1A1 as new modification had a number greater abilities than it's predecessor. M1A1 differed firstly in greater firepower and increased defense. Since 1988 M1A1 modification was produced with built-in precipitant uranium armor. In 1986 first modernized M1A1 "Abrams" entered service in US Armed Forces. Firstly they were deployed in US tank forces in German Federation Republic. Item No 07277 Item Name M1A1 with Mine Clearing Blade System Bar Code 9580208072777 Scale 1:72 Item Type Static Kit Model Brief Length: 140.85mm Width: 63.48mm Height: 40.35mm Total Parts 86pcs Metal Parts n/a Photo Etched Parts n/a Film Parts n/a Resin Parts n/a Total Sprues 6sprues lower hull, upper hull,turret and tracks Paint Schemes US Service Released Date 2008-11 More Features " - 2-directional slide-moulded lower hull with suspension arms - 2-directional slide-moulded upper hull with with excellent engine cover pattern"