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The superb Challenger 2 (CR2) is the British Army’s Main Battle Tank. CR2 is based on the Challenger 1 that served with distinction on operations in the Gulf War and the Balkans.
Only 5 per cent of Challenger 2 components are interchangeable with its predecessor; over 150 major modifications include a completely new turret, L30 CHARM 120mm gun and second generation Chobham armour.
Challenger 2’s Thermal Observation and Gunnery (TOGS) displays a magnified image for the commander and gunner. The commander has a gyro-stabilised fully panoramic sight with laser range finder and thermal imager. The gunner is equipped with a gyro-stabilised primary sight with a laser range finder and coaxially mounted auxiliary sight. The driver’s position has an image-intensifying day and night periscope, and the loader has a day sight.
Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank
Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank
Crew: 4
Length: 11.55m (Gun forward) Width: 3.5m Height to turret roof : 2.49m Combat Weight: 62,500kg
Main Armament: 120mm L30 CHARM (CHallenger main ARmament) Gun Ammunition: 50 rounds - APFSDS , HESH, Smoke (Typical) Secondary Armament: Co-axial 7.62mm chain gun, 7.62mm GPMG (Turret Mounted) Ammunition: 4000 rounds 7.62mm
Engine: 1200bhp Perkins-Condor CV12 Maximum Speed: 59kph Video Open video in new window
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