Leopard 2
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The Leopard 2 is a third generation German main battle tank. 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. Wikipedia
Engine: MTU MB 873 Ka-501 liquid-cooled V12 twin-turbo diesel engine; 1100 kW at 2600 rpm
Armor: 2A6: 3rd generation composite; including high-hardness steel, tungsten and plastic filler with ceramic component
Crew: 4
Designed: 1970s
Fuel capacity: 1,200 litres (264 imperial gallons; 317 US gallons)
Height: 2A6: 3 m (9.8 ft)
In service: 1979–present