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LEOPARD 2 - AN EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE "EURO-LEOPARD"

The LEOPARD 2 is synonymous with internationally leading battle tank technology. The armed forces of 16 nations rely on its multifaceted superiority. KMW supplies these tanks as a general contractor. KMW has delivered more than 3,000 units a unique international statistic. The LEOPARD 2 can be found from the Artic Circle to the Alps and the southern borders of Spain and Greece, thus justifying its nickname, the Euro-LEOPARD.

Success far into the 21st century

The LEOPARD 2 derives its superior fighting ability from an optimum combination of firepower, mobility and controllability. The L55 smoothbore cannon (120 mm) and modern ammunition give it its superior firepower. Continuous innovation keeps the systems primary and secondary protection effective against the latest type of ammunition. The modular design of the battle tank makes subsequent modernization and upgrading easier. The LEOPARD 2 will thereby remain dominant far into the 21st century.

 Spezifications
 Height above the turret
 roof/commander periscope
 2,64 m / 3,00 m
 Combat weight
 59,7 t
 Width transported by rail/
 with track skirts
 3,55 m /
 3,74 m
 Long
 12 o'clock gun
 6 o'clock gun
 
 9,97 m
 8,49 m
 Engine performance
 1100 kW (1500 HP) at 2600 rpm
 Maximum speed
 72 km/h
 Road range
 470 km
 Main weapon
120 mm smoothbore cannon
 Secondary weapons
 Coax 7.62 mm MG
 AA MG 7.62 mm
 16-tube launcher system
 Crew
 4-man