The Leopard 3, also known as the Leopard 2 AX, [1] is a fourth-generation German main battle tank (MBT). [2][3] Beginning in the 2030s, the German Bundeswehr will develop and issue the Leopard 3 as an interim solution until the introduction of the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) in the 2040s. [4][5]

Sep 26, 2024 · The Leopard 3, expected by the late 2020s or early 2030s, will feature unmanned turrets, advanced AI systems, and a powerful 140mm cannon for unprecedented range and accuracy.

Feb 7, 2025 · Germany has moved a step closer to building a new main battle tank — already dubbed Leopard 3 — with a contract issued for technical studies of 130mm ammunition, as well as a powerplant, protection systems, and other equipment.

The Leopard 2 is a third generation German main battle tank (MBT). Developed by Krauss-Maffei in the 1970s, the tank entered service in 1979 and replaced the earlier Leopard 1 as the main battle tank of the West German army.

Feb 15, 2025 · Germany is taking decisive steps toward developing a next-generation main battle tank, unofficially referred to as the Leopard 3. This project aims to enhance firepower, mobility, …

Feb 7, 2025 · The German Ministry of Defense has recently confirmed the initiation of the first contracts for the development of the future Leopard 3 tank, a crucial step in modernizing the Bundeswehr's armored capabilities.

Jan 23, 2025 · The " Leopard 3"; the popular designation in Germany for the Leoaprd 2AX program, could integrate many technologies from Rheinmetall's KF-51, including the 130 mm self-loading cannon.

May 22, 2015 · Germany and France are considering cooperation on developing a successor to the tank "Leopard 2." The current model has been in service since 1979, and aging Bundeswehr equipment is currently in...

By 2015 Germany and France were reported preparing to jointly develop a new main battle tank, the Leopard 3, to replace its ageing Leopard 2 military vehicle by around 2030, which would be able...

As revealed by the head of the MGCS project, Armin Dirks, an interim tank, tentatively named Leopard 3, will be developed before the MGCS. The MGCS programme - despite the optimistic declarations...