MilitaryAMX-56 Leclerc
Tankconfirmed
The Leclerc is France's main battle tank featuring a 120mm smoothbore gun, automatic loading system (eliminating the need for a loader), advanced composite armor, and a sophisticated fire control system.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Nexter Systems (KNDS) |
| Introduced | 1992 |
| Status | In service |
| Range | 550 |
| Weight | 56.5 |
| Speed | 72 |
| Crew | 3 |
History
Named after General Philippe Leclerc. Developed in the 1980s to replace the AMX-30. Entered service 1992. Approximately 406 built for France and 388 for UAE. The Leclerc XLR upgrade modernizes electronics and protection.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| France | 222 Leclerc (226 upgrading) | confirmed |
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