The Cheonma-2 (Korean:천마-2호, [3]) (previously classified as M2020 or M2024 by foreign intelligence) is a prototype North Korean Third Generation main battle tank unveiled during the October 2020 military parade that commemorated the 75th anniversary of …

Nov 14, 2024 · The Cheonma-2 features a redesigned turret, similar to the American M1A2 Abrams, equipped with 21 explosive reactive armor (ERA) blocks at the front to counteract incoming projectiles.

On May 29, 2024, the DPRK announced that a new танк, previously known as M2020 and M2024, has been officially named Cheonma-2. It is a product of the development of North Korean tank building, which initially relied on Soviet and Chinese models such as the T-34 and Type 59

May 11, 2024 · In the Ch’ŏnma-2 Model 2023, the ERA blocks on the side skirts heavily resemble the Russian 2S24 extensively adopted by Russian Armed Forces before the Ukrainian War in soft skinned boxes, then replaced with metal boxes. It can be spotted on various Russian tanks in Ukraine, such as the T-72B3M Obr. 2022 and T-80BVM Obr. 2022.

Nov 14, 2024 · The Cheonma-2 highlights North Korea’s intention to produce a next-gen tank with modern capabilities, drawing on international design elements while aiming for increased technological self-sufficiency.

Nov 14, 2024 · The Cheonma-2 demonstrates a high level of adaptability through its anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) capabilities. The right side of the turret is equipped with a launcher that can pivot to target a range of enemy assets.

Cheonma-2, March 2024. The tank is armed with what is likely a 125mm smoothbore cannon and, in a fashion typical for North Korean MBTs, a missile launcher (likely firing Bulsae-5 ATGMs that are said to be similar to Russian Kornet in power).

The Cheonma-2 (Korean:천마-2호, [3]) (previously classified as M2020 or M2024 by foreign intelligence) is a prototype North Korean Third Generation main battle tank unveiled during the October 2020 military parade that commemorated the 75th anniversary of …

Jun 3, 2023 · The Ch’ŏnma, better known under the unofficial designation of Ch’ŏnma-Ho, is the second North Korean-produced Main Battle Tank (MBT) in service with the Korean People’s Army. Originally, the Ch’ŏnma was a licensed production version of the T-62 Soviet MBT built in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).

Jan 24, 2024 · However, in 2020, an entirely new vehicle was unveiled as North Korea’s new best MBT. It was dubbed M2002 by Western analysts, but in May 2024, its name was revealed during an arms exhibition as Ch’ŏnma-2. The Ch’ŏnma-2 is one of the most secretive North Korean vehicles currently.