K2 Black Panther Main Battle Tank

Overview

Official Name: K2 Black Panther
Year of Production: 2014
Years Active: 2014-present
Range of Productive Years: 2014 onwards
Country of Origin: South Korea
Total Number Manufactured: Limited production, with plans for wider deployment in the South Korean army
Interesting Fact/Detail: The K2 Black Panther is one of the most advanced main battle tanks globally, featuring state-of-the-art technologies, including an advanced fire control system, active protection system, and significant mobility improvements.
Weapon Information: Equipped with a 120mm smoothbore gun, capable of firing advanced kinetic energy rounds and a secondary armament of a 7.62mm machine gun and a 12.7mm machine gun.
Prominent Wars Participated In: Has not seen combat as of the latest information available.
Prominent Battles: Not applicable.
Cost of Production: Estimated at over $8.5 million per unit.
Cost of Ammunition: [Data Not Readily Available]
Crew Size: 3 (commander, gunner, driver) – uses an autoloader, reducing crew requirements.
Weight: 55 tons
Horsepower: 1,500 hp
Maximum Speed: Approximately 70 km/h