2023-06-23 22:15:58
The German Army has adopted a new version of the German Leopard 2 main battle tank. The combat vehicle is called the Leopard 2A7V.
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The Leopard 2A7V is considered to be one of the most well-protected modern tanks. It has modular composite armor that provides protection for fighters. The crew consists of four men: commander, gunner, driver and loader.
Armor can protect the crew from various threats. For example, from anti-tank missiles, improvised explosives, mines and anti-tank grenade launchers.
The Leopard 2A7V features a 120mm L/55 gun developed by Rheinmetall. With it, the tank can engage enemy targets with Rheinmetall DM53 APFSDS-T ammunition. It is also possible to use sub-caliber depleted uranium ammunition.
Another feature is the ability to use the new DM 11 tank ammunition. A special feature is its adaptable fuze, which allows it to effectively destroy armored vehicles and personnel in open terrain or indoors. The maximum firing range is 5 km.
The Leopard 2A7V is equipped with the new ATTICA-GL thermal imager for the gunner and ATTICA-Z for the commander. They have been developed by the German company Hensoldt. Thermal cameras greatly increase detection and identification range compared to previous generation models. In addition, the tank is equipped with Hensoldt SPECTUS II optics for night operations.
The combat vehicle is equipped with an MB 873 diesel engine. Its top speed is 63 km/h. The tank also features a hardened driveline that can take the added load without affecting its service life.
Fuente: Army Recognition
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