Germany’s Leopard 2 is in widespread service across Europe

9.67 metres

Main armament

120mm/L44

smoothbore gun

with 42 rounds

Secondary armament

Two 7.62mm machine

guns, 16 smoke grenade

dischargers

Crew of four

Commander, gunner,

loader, driver

Armour

Composite

9.67 metres

Mass

55 tonnes

Diesel engine

1500hp/1,100 kW

Operational range

280 - 340 miles

Maximum speed

45mph