General Dynamics Land Systems to Provide Abrams Tanks to Poland Under $1.1 Billion Foreign Military Sales Order

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General Dynamics (GD) has been awarded a $1.148 billion Foreign Military Sales order from the U.S. Army to deliver 250 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks to Poland. This state-of-the-art configuration offers advanced features in communication, fire control, reliability, sustainment, and fuel efficiency. Chris Brown, GD's VP of global strategy, highlighted the importance of this deal in strengthening alliances. General Dynamics, which generated $38.5 billion in revenue in 2021, continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing critical military capabilities.

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• Awarded a Foreign Military Sales order worth $1.148 billion.
• Delivery of 250 advanced M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks enhances defense capabilities in Poland.
• The SEPv3 configuration features improved technology in communications and fire control.

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Polish Army to receive 250 tanks in the state-of-the-art M1A2 SEPv3 configuration  

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today that it has been awarded a Foreign Military Sales order from the U.S. Army worth up to $1.148 billion to deliver 250 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams main battle tanks to Poland.

The state-of-the-art M1A2 SEPv3 configuration features technological advancements in communications, fire control and lethality, reliability, sustainment and fuel efficiency, plus upgraded armor. Additionally, the SEPv3 Abrams is designed to seamlessly accept future upgrades.

"We are pleased to have been chosen to provide this critical armored capability to our allies in Poland," said Chris Brown, vice president of global strategy and international business development at General Dynamics Land Systems. "The M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams is the most advanced main battle tank in the world, and we look forward to getting it into the hands of Polish Soldiers."

General Dynamics Land Systems provides innovative design, engineering, technology, production and full life-cycle support for land combat vehicles around the globe. The company's extensive experience, customer-first focus and seasoned supply chain network provide unmatched capabilities to the U.S. military and its allies. More information about General Dynamics Land Systems is available at www.gdls.com.

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people worldwide and generated $38.5 billion in revenue in 2021. More information about General Dynamics is available at www.gd.com.

 

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FAQ

What is the value of the contract awarded to General Dynamics for tanks in Poland?

The contract awarded to General Dynamics is valued at $1.148 billion.

How many M1A2 SEPv3 tanks will General Dynamics deliver to Poland?

General Dynamics will deliver 250 M1A2 SEPv3 tanks to Poland.

What date was the Foreign Military Sales order announced?

The Foreign Military Sales order was announced on August 25, 2022.

What benefits do the M1A2 SEPv3 tanks provide?

The M1A2 SEPv3 tanks feature advanced capabilities in communication, fire control, and fuel efficiency.

Which company is providing the tanks to Poland?

The tanks are being provided by General Dynamics Land Systems.