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General Dynamics wins contract to convert additional Abrams tanks to M1A2 SEP V2 configuration.
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Defence & Security Industry News - General Dynamics Land Systems
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| General Dynamics wins contract to convert additional Abrams tanks to M1A2 SEP V2 configuration | |||
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The U.S. Army TACOM Lifecycle Management Command has awarded General Dynamics Land Systems $49.7 million under an existing contract to upgrade M1A1 Abrams tanks to the M1A2 Systems Enhancement Package (SEP) V2 configuration. General Dynamics Land Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics.
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 M1A2 Abrams main battle tank fitted with the Systems Enhancement Package V2 |
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The most technologically advanced digital tank, the M1A2 SEP V2 includes improved color displays, day and night thermal sights, commander remote operated weapon station (CROWS II), a Thermal Management System (TMS) and a tank-infantry phone. The M1A2 SEP V2 maximizes the fighting ability of the tank on today's battlefield while preparing the platform for tomorrow's challenges.
Production will be performed by existing employees in Anniston, Ala.;Tallahassee, Fla.;Sterling Heights, Mich.;Lima, Ohio;and Scranton, Pa., and is expected to be completed by January 2017. |
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