Controls:

• AG1 - Rockets (ammo)
• AG2 - Lights
• Pitch - Forward/Backwards
• Roll - Turn
• VTOL - Gun Elevation
• Yaw - Turret Rotation

Lore

In the early 1970s, the German military recognized the need for a new main battle tank to replace the aging Leopard 1. This led to the development of the Leopard 2, a formidable armored vehicle that would go on to become one of the most successful and widely exported tanks in the world. Over the years, the Leopard 2 underwent several upgrades and iterations, with each variant improving upon its predecessor's capabilities. One such variant is the Leopard 2A7.

The Leopard 2A7, developed in 2014, represents a significant leap forward in terms of firepower, protection, and overall performance. The primary focus of the Leopard 2A7's development was to enhance the tank's effectiveness in modern warfare scenarios, ensuring it remains a formidable force on the battlefield.

The Leopard 2A7 incorporates advanced technologies and design improvements that make it a highly capable and adaptable tank. Its most noticeable feature is the addition of modular armor, allowing the crew to adjust the level of protection based on the specific threats faced in different combat environments. This modular armor concept gives the Leopard 2A7 an unprecedented level of versatility, enabling it to withstand a wide range of anti-tank weapons.

In terms of firepower, the Leopard 2A7 is equipped with a 120mm smoothbore gun, capable of firing various types of ammunition, including high-explosive, anti-tank, and anti-personnel rounds. The tank also features improved fire control systems, advanced target acquisition capabilities, and enhanced night vision technology, providing superior accuracy and situational awareness to its crew.

To enhance survivability, the Leopard 2A7 incorporates advanced composite and modular armor, reinforced with additional layers of passive and reactive armor. This multi-layered protection system provides enhanced resistance against kinetic and chemical energy threats, such as armor-piercing projectiles and shaped charges. Furthermore, the tank is equipped with an active protection system that can detect and intercept incoming missiles, further bolstering its defensive capabilities.

The Leopard 2A7's propulsion system consists of a powerful 1500 horsepower engine, providing high mobility and agility on various terrains. It also features advanced suspension and track systems, ensuring superior maneuverability and stability during both high-speed movements and stationary firing positions.

The success of the Leopard 2A7 on the international market has led to its adoption by several countries, further solidifying its reputation as a cutting-edge main battle tank. Its combat prowess, combined with continuous upgrades and improvements, has made the Leopard 2A7 a symbol of German engineering excellence and a respected force on the modern battlefield.

With its formidable firepower, advanced protection systems, and exceptional mobility, the Leopard 2A7 continues to serve as a powerful deterrent and a dominant presence in armored warfare, embodying the relentless pursuit of technological superiority and military effectiveness.

Characteristics:

• Engine: 1500hp
• Weight: ~70 tons
• Fuel: ~1200 Litres
• Top speed: around 70km/h
• First stage ammo storage: 15 rounds
• Max ammo storage: 42 rounds
• Gun Caliber: 120mm smoothbore
• 2x7.62 Machine Guns
• Gun Stabilizer

Interior & Modules based on War Thunder Leopard 2A6 XRay modules.

Personal Opinion

One of my best projects took 60 hours, probably also one of the hardest because I never worked with this much complex fuselages but it worked out quite great, so I'm happy with it.