Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther vs KNDS Leopard 2A6
Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leopard 2A6 are both main battle tank, compared here on public specifications. The KNDS Leopard 2A6 leads on range (550 vs 450 km).
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Full spec sheet
 Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther
Wins 2/6 |  KNDS Leopard 2A6
Wins 4/6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 70 km/h ✓ | 68 km/h |
| Range (km) | 450 km | 550 km ✓ |
| Power-to-weight (hp/t) | 27.4 hp/t ✓ | 18.6 hp/t |
| Muzzle velocity (m/s) | 1,750 m/s | 1,750 m/s |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Ammunition | 40 | 42 ✓ |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | 10.8 m | 10.97 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 55,000 kg | 62,300 kg |
| Crew | 3 | 4 |
| Propulsion | ||
| Engine power (hp) | 1,500 hp | 1,500 hp |
| Program | ||
| Unit cost (USD) | $8,500,000 | N/A |
| Units built | 260 | 655 ✓ |
| Operator countries | 2 | 8 ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leopard 2A6? +
The Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 70 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The KNDS Leopard 2A6 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 KNDS Leopard 2A6 has the higher ammunition at 42.
Is the Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther better than the KNDS Leopard 2A6? +
On the public specs we track, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther and KNDS Leopard 2A6 are closely matched, Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther leads on max speed, power-to-weight, while KNDS Leopard 2A6 leads on range, ammunition. 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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