M1-Series Tanks: Just Say Nay to GAA!
By | Dec. 20, 2023
This article initially appeared in PS 777 (Aug 17), p. 7. Never use GAA grease on your M1-series tank. WTR is the only authorized grease. Read on for more info...
M1-Series Tank: Turn In Unserviceable LRUs ASAP
By | July 18, 2023
Units can get turn-in credit and improve combat readiness by turning in line replaceable units (LRUs) for the M1-series tank. Not turning in unserviceable LRUs can cause supply issues. Read on for more info…...
M1-Series Tanks: TIGER Program Offers Engine Support
By | June 5, 2023
Field service engineers (FSE) are available to provide a wide range of support for the M1-series tank as part of the Totally Integrated Engine Revitalization (TIGER) Program. The program’s goal is to help keep engines running...
M1A2 SEPv2: Slave Starting the Right Way Avoids Damage
By | Feb. 24, 2023
Slave start your M1A2 SEPv2 tank correctly to avoid costly damage. Failure to read the procedures could result in equipment damage or cause injury or death to personnel. Read on for more information…...
M1-Series Tank: Start and Shut Down by the Book
By | Feb. 23, 2023
The startup and shutdown procedures for the M1-series tank are complicated. Following the instructions in the TMs and having a good understanding of how your tank operates will prevent engine damage. Read on for more info…...
M1-Series Tank: Splash Guard Do’s and Don’ts
By | Jan. 13, 2023
Operating your M1-series tank without the rear mud guard (skirt #7) in place can lead to engine damage or even complete engine failure. And opening skirts improperly can lead to injury. Keep reading for more info…...
M1-Series Tank: Road Testing Part of PMCS
By | Dec. 19, 2022
Road testing can help you identify problems with your M1-series tank that aren’t always evident in the motor pool. Read on for more information…...
M1-Series Tanks: Proper Tarp Placement with CROWS
By | July 15, 2022
Crewmen, it can be tricky placing the two tarps that come with your M1-series tank’s basic issue items (BII) if your tank is equipped with the common remote operating weapon station (CROWS). Keep reading to learn how get...
M1A2 SEPv3 Tank: Use Correct Turret Lifting Kit
By | May 4, 2022
HOT INFO: Maintainers, be aware that the M1A2 SEPv3 tank requires a new turret lifting kit, NSN 2590-01-692-8605. That’s because the new generation M1A2 SEPv3’s turret is heavier and has a different center of balance than the...
M1A2 SEPv3 Tank: Updated LRM Replacement Procedures
By | April 7, 2022
Maintainers, the replacement procedures for the M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tank’s line replaceable modules (LRM) have been updated. These updates include the hull control unit (HCU), mission control unit (MCU) and turret control unit...
M1-Series Tanks: Don’t Walk Underneath Gun Tube!
By | July 19, 2021
Dear Half-Mast, I've heard that you shouldn’t walk underneath the main gun of an M1-series tank because it could suddenly drop and cause a serious injury. However, I’ve only ever seen tank gun tubes drop slowly as hydraulic...
M1A2 SEPv3 Tank: Keep Engine Timer Powered Up
By | Dec. 2, 2020
Crewmen, it’s critical that you make sure circuit breaker 1 (CB1) on your M1A2 SEPv3 tank’s power interface box (PIB) is turned on at all times. Why? Because the timer that records how many hours your tank’s engine has run is...
M1A2 SEPV2 Tank: Don’t Make a Battery Mix-Up!
By | March 10, 2020
Dear Half-Mast: can you mix Hawker with Exide batteries on the M1A2 SepV2 tank? Either battery comes with NSN 6140-01-485-1472. Also, is it OK to mix new batteries with recharged ones? Click MORE>> to find out the answer...
M1-Series Tanks: Keep Your Engine Happy and Healthy
By | Dec. 13, 2019
Crew, your M1-series tank’s AGT1500 engine can last a long time with proper care. How long? The goal is a minimum of 1,400 hours. But with proper maintenance and operation, engines can keep going for much longer than that...
M1-Series Tanks: Towing? Deflect Heat Damage!
By | Aug. 1, 2019
Crewmen, your M1-series tank’s exhaust gets seriously hot! That’s why when one tank is towing another, the tank that's doing the towing has to use an engine exhaust deflector...