how deep of water can an abrams tank cross
With a ground clearance of 48 cm (18 in.), the Abrams tank can climb over obstacles that are 1.07 meters (3.5 feet.) high and 2.74 meters (9 feet) wide. They can ford rivers up to 1.22 meters (4 feet) deep without preparation , and up to 1.98 meters (6.5 feet) deep with the use of a fording kit. The new T-158 tank track has a longer life span than earlier track, and the removable rubber pads make it more cost effective.