80+ Abrams tanks transferred to Poland

More than 80 American M1A2 Abrams tanks have been deployed to the military base in Powidz in central Poland, TASS reports

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According to Polish media, all tanks have been transferred to Poland from American bases in Germany. It is reported that about 150 Bradley armoured personnel carriers and 20 M109 self-propelled guns have also been delivered to the military base.

American equipment began to arrive in Powidz in April last year.

It is informed that all American tanks delivered there are the latest version of the M1A2 Sep v3 and feature a modified turret with reinforced armour and more modern electronic systems.