The Leopard 3, also known as the Leopard 2 AX, [1] is a fourth-generation German main battle tank (MBT). [2] [3] Beginning in the 2030s, the German Bundeswehr will develop and issue the Leopard 3 as an interim solution until the introduction of the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) in the 2040s. [4] [5]

Sep 26, 2024 · The Leopard 3, expected by the late 2020s or early 2030s, will feature unmanned turrets, advanced AI systems, and a powerful 140mm cannon for unprecedented range and accuracy.

Feb 7, 2025 · Germany has moved a step closer to building a new main battle tank — already dubbed Leopard 3 — with a contract issued for technical studies of 130mm ammunition, as well as a powerplant, protection systems, and other equipment.

The Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) is a project launched in 2017 by Germany and France, aiming to replace their current Leopard 2 and Leclerc main battle tanks.

Feb 7, 2025 · The future Leopard 3, a significantly upgraded version of the current Leopard 2, will not rely on the existing Leopard 2A8 but will feature numerous technological and operational improvements. The German Ministry has awarded several contracts to support the development of this next-generation tank, which is expected to be equipped with ...

By 2015 Germany and France were reported preparing to jointly develop a new main battle tank, the Leopard 3, to replace its ageing Leopard 2 military vehicle by around 2030, which would be able...

Feb 15, 2025 · Germany is taking decisive steps toward developing a next-generation main battle tank, unofficially referred to as the Leopard 3. This project aims to enhance firepower, mobility, and protection for the German Armed Forces while serving as an interim solution before the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS) is fully developed.

Feb 11, 2025 · The German Wehrmacht recently disclosed the main specifications of the new main combat vehicle “Leopard 3”. The emergence of this combat vehicle is not only to replace the current Leopard 2, but also to prepare for the “Main Land Combat System” (MGCS) jointly developed with France in the future.

Feb 13, 2025 · Berlin gibt den Startschuss für den Leopard 3 – er soll in den 2030er-Jahren produziert werden. Mit neuem Motor und mehr Schutz. Herzstück ist die 130-mm-Kanone von Rheinmetall. Gemeinsam mit...

Jan 23, 2025 · The " Leopard 3"; the popular designation in Germany for the Leoaprd 2AX program, could integrate many technologies from Rheinmetall's KF-51, including the 130 mm self-loading cannon.