Militaryleopard 1a5/1a5be (estimated)
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The Leopard 1A5 is a modernized variant of the German Leopard 1 main battle tank, featuring an improved fire control system and the ability to fire more advanced ammunition. It was developed in the 1980s to extend the operational life of the Leopard 1 fleet, with many existing tanks upgraded to this standard.
Specifications
| Type | Tank |
| Origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Krauss-Maffei Wegmann |
| Introduced | 1987 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 65 km/h |
| Range | 600 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 42.4 t |
History
Developed in West Germany in 1987, this upgrade aimed to extend the operational life and combat effectiveness of the Leopard 1 in a changing threat environment.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 85 | confirmed |
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