LEOPARD 1A5
The Leopard 1A5 is an upgraded version of the original Leopard 1 main battle tank (MBT), developed by Krauss-Maffei in West Germany. The Leopard 1A5, introduced in the late 1980s, features enhanced fire control systems and improved night-fighting capabilities. It remains in service with several countries due to its reliable performance and adaptability.
TECHNICAL DATA
Mass: 42.4 tonnes
Length: 9.54 metres (gun forward)
Width: 3.37 m
Height: 2.60 m
Crew: 4
Fuel capacity: 985 litres
Maximum speed: 65 km/h
Armament: 105 mm Royal Ordnance L7A3 rifled gun (primary), 2 x 7.62 mm MG3 machine guns (secondary)
Ammunition capacity: 60 rounds for the main gun, 5,000 rounds for machine guns