Fast For It’s Weight
The 1500 HP gas turbine engine delivers power to a six-speed automatic hydrokinetic transmission. With the engine, M1 Abrams can push up to 42-45 mph on-road and 30mph over rough terrain. It can also accelerate from 0 to 20 miles per hour in 7.2 seconds. That is pretty fast for 60+ ton machines. Its quick speed, along with its weight, comes with a hefty price. M1 Abrams burns a lot of fuel, getting less than a mile per gallon.