Commanders!
One of the previously announced Update 0.33 features is a major model overhaul for a number of vehicles. Previously, we updated the Leopard MBT textures, the XM1 MBT and corrected several other issues but now we’re rolling out what many of you have been asking for – the promised Abrams model overhauls.
Model geometry check, click the image to open a larger version
These overhauls affect the following vehicles:
- Abrams AGDS
- M1 Abrams
- M1A1 Abrams
- M1A1 AIM
- M1A1 Storm
- M1A2 Abrams
- M1A2C
- XM1A3
As well as their corresponding skins such as Warhammer or Sentinel. Without further ado, let’s take a look at each of them separately.
Model geometry check, click the image to open a larger version
M1 Abrams – when we started looking into the details of the planned overhauls, we discovered that the general shape of this MBT more or less corresponds to the real thing, which is why we made a few adjustments to it (such as the shape of hatches) and upgraded its textures. You can see it on the image below.
M1 new model, click the image to open a larger version
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M1A1 Abrams – things got considerably more serious with this model, which is effectively the baseline for all future modifications. We started fixing the older model but by the time we were finished, the model was almost entirely new because we touched pretty much everything. We improved the angles of the hull, the details, the textures and a lot more. One thing that’s missing is some suspension improvements but we’ll add those in the near future. It’s worth noting that this change also affects all M1A1 versions (AIM, Storm), so no model was left behind.
M1A1 new model, click the image to open a larger version
M1A1 AIM new model, click the image to open a larger version
M1A1 Storm new model, click the image to open a larger version
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M1A2 Abrams – this was almost the same case as the M1A1. The model got improved significantly and, of course, now has the CITV optics that was missing for a very long time. Otherwise, the previous sets of changes apply – improved textures, corrected geometry etc.
M1A2 new model, click the image to open a larger version
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M1A2C Abrams – here, we applied the changes from the M1A2 with one major exception. The front of the turret was remodeled to reflect the relatively recently revealed upgraded armor. It’s a change you all have been asking for and it took us quite some time to get it right. We hope you’ll enjoy it.
M1A2C new model, click the image to open a larger version
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XM1A3 – this vehicle is now built around the M1A2C hull with some extra bells and whistles. The ERA kit is there of course, as is the CITV module. The vehicle now also features the other changes applied to the M1A2 and M1A2C MBTs.
XM1A3 new model, click the image to open a larger version
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Abrams AGDS – and last but definitely not least, the anti-aircraft version of the Abrams also received the correct gun model, new textures, and hull geometry upgrades from the remainder of the Abrams series.
AGDS new model, click the image to open a larger version
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Apart from the abovementioned changes, we have also fixed a number of visual issues (for example, vehicle smoke effects) and bugs (decal placement). The M60-2000 Premium MBT is also getting the upgraded Abrams turret model.
M60-2000 new model, click the image to open a larger version
Like we mentioned, there are still some smaller issues to take care of (suspension model needs updating) but, generally speaking, this set of upgrades concludes the Update 0.33 model overhaul round. We will, however, continue to work on improving the existing vehicle models in the future updates.
For now, we hope that you’ll enjoy these improvements that are coming soon and, as always:
See you on the battlefield!
