The M1 Abrams’ ‘Silver Bullet’: Why Depleted Uranium Rounds Terrify Enemy Tanks

The M1 Abrams’ ‘Silver Bullet’: Why Depleted Uranium Rounds Terrify Enemy Tanks

Key Points and Summary – The latest M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams keeps its battlefield crown largely thanks to its 120mm gun firing depleted uranium (DU) “Silver Bullet” rounds like the M829A4. These APFSDS long-rod penetrators are denser than steel, self-sharpen on impact, shrug off explosive reactive armor, and ignite into firestorms inside enemy tanks, making them devastating at ranges out to 4,000 meters. A M1A2 Abrams SEPv3 Main Battle Tank navigates …

Abrams tank crews test rapid armour movement in NATO exercise at Bemowo Piskie, Poland - Defence Industry Europe

The exercise brought Abrams crews and support elements by rail from training areas across Poland to confirm that rapid movement of equipment can be sustained under operational conditions. According to the U.S. Army, this was intended to support NATO’s defence of the eastern flank by demonstrating both mobility and readiness.     U.S. and NATO forces in Europe continue to carry out joint training to strengthen interoperability. They state that th…