The slimened Abrams of the future will go to the soldiers. They will test 4 M1E3 prototypes

By the end of 2026, 4 prototypes of the fresh M1E3 Abrams – a fewer tons lighter than the current Abrams versions – will be tested in akin conditions to combat conditions. The American battleships will check its mobility, emergency, combat efficiency, as well as supply and service requirements. The test results will aid to make the final version of the machine.