Saving General Shinseki
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The Abrams Main Battle Tank (MBT) has had a relatively good show. Due to its considerable frontal armor protection it has been able to effectively spearhead many tactical maneuvers. But it has weaknesses: a vulnerability to RPG fire from the rear and, more importantly, serious shortcomings in operational and strategic mobility, because this exceptionally heavy vehicle is driven by a very thirsty gas turbine.
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