MilitaryC1 Ariete
Tankconfirmed
The C1 Ariete (Ram) is Italy's main battle tank. Armed with a 120mm smoothbore gun and featuring the TURMS fire control system with thermal imager. Italy is implementing the Ariete Rinnovato upgrade programme to modernize the fleet with improved protection, electronics, and a new turret.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | Italy |
| Manufacturer | Iveco / Oto Melara (Leonardo) |
| Introduced | 1995 |
| Status | In service |
| Range | 550 |
| Weight | 54 |
| Speed | 65 |
| Crew | 4 |
History
Developed by Iveco (hull) and Oto Melara (turret). Entered service 1995. Italy fielded approximately 200 for frontline use. The Ariete has never seen combat but participated in NATO exercises. Italy also evaluated the Leopard 2A8 to supplement/replace the Ariete, with parliament approving funding in 2024.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | ~125 in service | confirmed |
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