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Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther vs KNDS Leclerc XLR

Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leclerc XLR are both main battle tank, compared here on public specifications. The KNDS Leclerc XLR leads on range (550 vs 450 km).

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Full spec sheet

Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther Wins 3/5
KNDS Leclerc XLR Wins 2/5
Performance
Max speed (km/h) 70 km/h 72 km/h
Range (km) 450 km 550 km
Power-to-weight (hp/t) 27.4 hp/t 27 hp/t
Muzzle velocity (m/s) 1,750 m/s 1,750 m/s
Firepower
Caliber (mm) 120 mm 120 mm
Ammunition 40 40
Physical
Length (m) 10.8 m 9.87 m
Combat weight (kg) 55,000 kg 56,800 kg
Crew 3 3
Propulsion
Engine power (hp) 1,500 hp 1,500 hp
Program
Unit cost (USD) $8,500,000 $9,000,000
Units built 260 200
Operator countries 2 2

Frequently asked questions

Which is faster, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leclerc XLR? +

The KNDS Leclerc XLR is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 72 km/h.

Which has the longer range? +

The KNDS Leclerc XLR has the longest range at 550 km.

Which is cheaper? +

The Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther has the lower public unit-cost figure at 8,500,000 USD. Treat this as directional, defense pricing varies by contract and configuration.

Which has the higher power-to-weight? +

The Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther has the higher power-to-weight at 27.4 hp/t.

Which has the higher muzzle velocity? +

The Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther has the higher muzzle velocity at 1,750 m/s.

Which has the higher ammunition? +

The Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther has the higher ammunition at 40.

Is the Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther better than the KNDS Leclerc XLR? +

On the public specs we track, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leclerc XLR are closely matched, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther leads on power-to-weight, unit cost, while KNDS Leclerc XLR leads on max speed, range. See the full spec sheet for the metric-by-metric breakdown.

Where does this comparison data come from? +

Every figure in the table is sourced from public manufacturer pages, defense-ministry releases and reference publications, and is verifiable on each system's spec page. WeaponSpecs does not accept vendor placement.

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