Saudi RSLF: Abrams deal for a modern armored force

25 November 2025

IntelligenceNote

Summary

The U.S. administration has approved the sale of 300 Abrams main battle tanks (MBTs) to Saudi

Arabia, as part of the newly-signed Strategic Defense Agreement (SDA).

This came following Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman (MBS)’ meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on 18/11/2025.

The note provides an overview of the following aspects:

The Abrams variant Saudi Arabia will procure, and its configuration
The package’s worth
Next steps
The delivery timeline

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