MilitaryK1A1/K1A2
Tankconfirmed
The K1A1 is a South Korean main battle tank, an upgraded variant of the K1, featuring a 120mm smoothbore gun and improved armor. The K1A2 is a further modernization package for the K1 and K1A1 tanks, incorporating digital battlefield management systems and improved situational awareness.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Rotem |
| Introduced | 1999 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Range | 500 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 54.5 t |
History
Developed by Hyundai Rotem and introduced in 1999 in South Korea, these variants represent significant modernizations of the original K1 design.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 450 | confirmed |
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