The Merkava IV and M1 Abrams are top-tier main battle tanks (MBTs) with different design philosophies: the Merkava IV prioritizes crew survivability and asymmetric/urban warfare with its front-mounted engine and infantry carrying capacity, while the Abrams focuses on long-range, offensive tank-on-tank combat with superior depleted uranium armor. Key differences include the Merkava's Trophy Active Protection System (APS) and integrated mortar, contrasting with the Abrams' faster, gas-turbine engine and heavier armor protection.

https://nationalinterest.org/blog/reboot/abrams-vs-israels-merkava-which-tank-would-win-fight-168323

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