MilitaryK1/K1E1
Tankconfirmed
The K1 is a South Korean main battle tank developed in the 1980s, featuring a 105mm rifled gun and a hydropneumatic suspension system. The K1E1 is an upgraded variant that incorporates improved fire control systems and battlefield management capabilities.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Rotem |
| Introduced | 1987 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Range | 500 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 51.1 t |
History
Developed by Hyundai Rotem and first produced in 1987 in South Korea, it was designed to counter North Korean armored threats.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 1,000 | confirmed |
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