The new M88A3 configuration eliminates the necessity of using two vehicles to raise and move Abrams tanks

Story here via UK Defense Journal.

Wasn't aware.  This upgrade is in essence a force multiplier.  Well done but shouldn't we be seeing this type thing done concurrently with the increase in MBT weight?  Additionally isn't it past time to base our recovery vehicle on the M1 chassis?  I'm sure we have enough spares laying around.