Challenger 2: The British tank that's never been destroyed in battle - videos here - https://jcsnavyandmilitarynews.blogspot.com/

 

Tom Sables

11th January 2023 at 1:33pm

Watch: The Challenger 2 explained.

British Challenger 2 main battle tanks could be heading to Ukraine to help its forces in their defence against Russia's invasion.

It would mean Russia would be fighting an undefeated platform – not once has the Challenger 2 been destroyed at the hands of an enemy.

The tank has a glistening service record in Bosnia, Kosovo and Iraq.

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Here is what the tank could bring to Ukraine's arsenal.

Armour

Chobham (RPG-resistant).

Main Armament             

120 mm rifled gun

Secondary Armament   

Boeing 7.62 Chain gun and additional GPMG

Engine

V12 26.1 litre diesel engine.

Watch: British Challenger 2 tanks in Poland for Exercise Puma.

Max speed

37 miles per hour.

Length                               

13.5 metres with gun forward.

Range                                

340 miles (160 off road).

Crew                                   

Four (Commander, Gunner, Driver, Loader)

It's unclear how many the UK might send if it chooses to do so.

One hundred and forty-eight Challenger 2s are currently being upgraded to 'Challenger 3s' – with the remaining 79 vehicles from the fleet set for retirement.