- The latest in this evolution, the M1A2 SEPv4 (or M1A2D), is an upgraded version of the M1A2 Abrams SEPv3, boasting superior capabilities and features.
- In September 2023, the US Army scrapped the Abrams M1A2 SEPv4 programme and chose to develop the new Abrams M1E3 MBT modernisation programme.
- Click here for the M1A2 Data and Description section from TM9-1308 M1A1C and M1A2 Gun and Mount M1 and Combination Gun Mount M62.
- The M1A2 SEP v3, the new Abrams, brings a new high-resolution display for gunner and commander stations and new electronic Line Replaceable Units.
- The Army has procured 62 new tanks in the A2 configuration and as of early 1997 completed the conversion of 368 older M1s to M1A2s.
- It was declined into the 105 mm (M1) and 120 mm (M1A1,2,3) versions and gained fame in the two gulf wars and in Afghanistan.
- The main gun armaments on the M1A2 is the M256A1 120 mm smooth bore which is a German design by Rheinmetall AG.
- On the other hand, B. Perrett (Stuart Light Tank Series) mentioned that the M1 became M1A1 while the M2 became M1A2.
- Honeywell AGT1500C multi-fuel turbine engine. Speed: 67 km/h (42 mph) - M1A2. Crew: 4. Weight: 62 tonnes (M1A2).
- The U.S. Army's current objective is to upgrade and modernize the M1 fleet to only two configurations: M1A2 SEP and M1A1 AIM.