Wob and I chat about the M1 Abrams Tank: the "on-budget" tank of the 80's and 90's. We also discuss the culture of the military's budget habits, what could have been done if the M1 Abrams Tank was on budget, and Donald Rumsfield's poor decision making. 

Intro Song: Fortunate Son – Creedence Clearwater Revival

References: 

http://www.deagel.com/Armored-Vehicles/M1A2-Abrams_a000516003.aspx

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/budget/fy1999/dot-e/army/99m1a2.html

https://www.thefreelibrary.com/The+first+Chrysler+bail-out%3b+the+M-1+tank.-a04696991

https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/facility/lima.htm