Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) Challenger 2 vs KNDS Leopard 2A6
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 Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) Challenger 2
Wins 2/7 |  KNDS Leopard 2A6
Wins 5/7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 59 km/h | 68 km/h ✓ |
| Range (km) | 550 km | 550 km |
| Power-to-weight (hp/t) | 19.1 hp/t ✓ | 18.6 hp/t |
| Muzzle velocity (m/s) | 1,550 m/s | 1,750 m/s ✓ |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Ammunition | 49 ✓ | 42 |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | 11.55 m | 10.97 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 62,500 kg | 62,300 kg |
| Crew | 4 | 4 |
| Propulsion | ||
| Engine power (hp) | 1,200 hp | 1,500 hp ✓ |
| Program | ||
| Units built | 448 | 655 ✓ |
| Operator countries | 2 | 8 ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) Challenger 2 and KNDS Leopard 2A6? +
The KNDS Leopard 2A6 is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 68 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) Challenger 2 has the longest range at 550 km.
Where does this comparison data come from? +
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