![]() The smoke grenade launchers on either side of the turret conceal the tank from enemy observation. The tank integrates an FLW 200 remotely controlled light weapon station mounting a 7.62mm/ 12.7mm machine gun or a 40mm grenade launcher.Īttached passive armour modules offer all-round protection from anti-tank missiles, mines, improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and RPG fire. The Leopard 2A7+ is armed with a 120mm L55 smoothbore gun capable of firing standard Nato ammunition and new programmable 120mm HE-rounds. ![]() The 2A7+ is also presently deployed in Afghanistan by Canada under Nato’s command. The new version leverages the technology of the Leopard 2 MBT and has been adopted by the Bundeswehr (German Army) to conduct warfare in urban areas, as well as traditional military missions.
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