New Capability Allows Taiwan’s M60A3 Tanks to Handle Two Targets at Once
A new version of Taiwan’s legacy M60A3 Patton tank has recently come into view, featuring a digitalized fire-control system that allows simultaneous tracking and engagement of separate targets.
France to Study Backup Tank Amid Leclerc Replacement Delays
France has proposed legislation to research a temporary main battle tank to replace its Leclerc fleet amid delays in the Main Ground Combat System program.
Europe’s Next-Gen Battle Tank Project Moves Into Design Phase
Europe’s next-generation main battle tank is moving into its design phase after the European Commission approved all submitted deliverables.
South Korea Reimagines ‘K2’ Main Battle Tank for Middle Eastern Fronts
Hyundai Rotem is preparing to push its K2 main battle tank into the Middle East, unveiling a redesigned variant tailored to take on the region’s scorching hot weather and bypass export restrictions.
Leopard Tank: Everything You Need to Know About Germany’s Iconic MBT
This explainer outlines the Leopard tank’s evolution, design philosophy, upgrades and enhancements, and how its many variants boost allied armored forces.
Germany’s Next Combat Tank Moves to Hybrid Era
Germany’s next-gen tank program is set for a major mobility upgrade, with a new hybrid powerpack designed to boost performance, efficiency, and battlefield agility.
Formula One-Style Cockpit Emerges as New Detail on Next-Gen M1E3 Abrams Tank
With the M1E3 Abrams beginning to take shape, details about the US Army’s next-gen main battle tank have also started to emerge, including a cockpit inspired by “Formula One.”
US Army Gives First Look at the M1E3 Abrams Next-Gen Tank Demonstrator
M1E3 next-gen Abrams is the US Army’s latest tank prototype, with advanced software, enhanced mobility for complex terrain, upgraded lethality, an autoloader, and next-generation sensors.
Leopards Out: Spain Bets on Indra for Futuristic Main Battle Tanks
The future of Spain’s armored forces may rest on a new mission given to Indra: developing a next-gen replacement for the country’s aging Leopard 2E main battle tanks.
Hungary Receives Full Fleet of 44 Leopard 2A7HU Tanks From KNDS
KNDS Deutschland has completed the delivery of all 44 Leopard 2A7HU main battle tanks to the Hungarian Army.
Rolls-Royce Lands 300+ Engine Order to Power New European Leopard 2 Fleets
KNDS has awarded Rolls-Royce a contract to supply mtu MB 873 Ka-501 engines for European Leopard 2 main battle tanks.
Peru Locks In Korean K2 Tanks, K808 Armored Vehicles in Landmark Latin America Buy
South Korea has signed a framework agreement with Peru to export K2 Black Panther main battle tanks and K808 White Tiger armored personnel carriers, a step that Seoul says could become its largest ground equipment sale in Latin America and the first deployment of the K2 in the region.
‘Leopard 2A8’ Debuts as Germany’s Newest Battle Tank in Three Decades
After three decades, the German Bundeswehr is introducing a next-generation main battle tank it said is built entirely from scratch.
Taiwan to Integrate Abrams Tanks Into National Command System Amid Lawmaker Concerns
Taiwan plans to integrate its new fleet of 108 M1A2T Abrams main battle tanks into the nation’s command and control network, even as lawmakers raised concerns over gaps in modern battlefield management capabilities.
Turkey Rolls Out First Locally Made Altay Tanks
Turkey has formally handed over its first homegrown BMC Altay main battle tanks to the Turkish Armed Forces in the Kahramankazan district.
RENK Secures K2 Tank Engine Order for Poland, Inks Support Deal With Ukraine
German defense manufacturer RENK Group has received a contract worth over $81.1 million to supply HSWL 295 transmissions for Poland’s K2 Black Panther main battle tanks.
US Army Fast-Tracks M1E3 Abrams Hybrid Tank for 2025 Prototype Delivery
The US Army is accelerating the development of its next-generation M1E3 Abrams tank, aiming to roll out an early prototype by late 2025.
Next-Level Tank Training: ‘World’s Only Full-Crew’ Abrams Simulator Arrives in Australia
Thomas Global Systems has completed delivery of its M1A2 Abrams SEPv3 Immersive Tactical Trainer to the Australian Army, marking it as the world’s “only full-crew simulator” for the platform.
British Army Tests Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank in Mobility Trials
The British Army has completed mobility trials of the Challenger 3 main battle tank on both road and cross-country terrain.
Hyundai, Rafael to Install Trophy Protection Systems on K2 Tanks
Hyundai Rotem has signed an agreement to integrate Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ Trophy active protection system onto the K2 main battle tank, marking the first time the South Korea-made armored vehicle will carry such a system.
US Army Tests Industry Waters for Next-Gen Abrams M1E3 Tank
The next generation of the US Army’s famous Abrams main battle tanks may soon find a maker.
China’s Take on IVAS? New AR Goggles Let Tank Crews ‘See Through’ Armor
China has developed augmented reality headsets for armored vehicle crews, aiming to give commanders, drivers, and gunners a clearer view of the battlefield and faster reaction times.
Israel Greenlights $1.5B Plan to Ramp Ground Combat Fleet Production Amid Gaza Conflict
Israel has approved a $1.5 billion initiative to accelerate the production of main battle tanks and armored support vehicles as part of a five-year pathway to enhance its ground capabilities amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
Two Indigenous Drones, New Wheeled Tank Prototype Join Taiwan’s Arsenal
Taiwan has introduced two new indigenous drones and a wheeled tank prototype, signaling a bolder push toward self-reliant defense capabilities.
