m1 (tank)

Provides general information about tanks and specific facts about the features and operation of the M1A1 Abrams tank.

An illustrated guide to war machines used in 1991, during the Gulf War, examining the United States' main battle tank--M1 Abrams--and the Soviet-designed battle tank--T-72 Ural.

"Engaging images accompany information about Abrams tanks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Photographs, cross-section illustrations, and text provide information on the M1 Abrams battle tank, describing the tank's history, engine, suspension, crew, weapons, systems, and uses.

Describes the M1A1 Abrams tank, including its history, equipment, weapons, tactics, and future use with the U.S. Army.

Provides general information about tanks and specific facts about the features and operation of the M1A1 Abrams tank.

Full-color photographs and simple text describes the technologies and capabilities of the Abrams Tanks.

Photographs and text introduce the purpose and capabilities of Abrams tanks, describing the history of the vehicles, and explaining how they are used by the United States Army.