[Strv 122A Sweden]

Intro About Info : The Strv 122A is the Swedish variant of the German Leopard 2A5 main battle tank, distinguished by its MEXAS modular armor, GALIX smoke dispensers, a thickened turret roof, and an enhanced command and control system. Designed for Swedish conditions, it features significant armor upgrades to counter man-portable anti-tank weapons, an advanced CBRN defense system, and wading capability. It uses Swedish-developed ammunition and retains the Leopard 2's 120mm smoothbore gun ___________ Key Features and Upgrades : Armor: The Strv 122A features the German-developed MEXAS composite armor system, which is more extensive than the standard Leopard 2A5. This includes wedge-shaped modules on the turret front, a fortified hull front, and a reinforced turret roof. Mobility: While based on the Leopard 2, the Strv 122 is two tonnes heavier, requiring further enhancements to its suspension and torsion bars to maintain agility. Command and Control: The Swedish designation incorporates an improved command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I) system for better battlefield awareness and coordination. Protection Systems: In addition to its advanced armor, the Strv 122A is equipped with French GALIX smoke dispensers for area denial and a sophisticated CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear) defense system for crew protection. Firepower: It retains the 120mm gun of the Leopard 2 but uses Swedish-developed ammunition, including a high-explosive, target-range round. Swedish Specifics: The tank is designed to operate in Swedish environments, with features like enhanced armor for urban and forested areas, and the ability to conduct amphibious operations (wading). ______________________ Origins The Strv 122A is based on the German Leopard 2A5 Improved S, which won a Swedish competition against the Leclerc and Abrams tanks. The first 20 tanks were manufactured in Germany by Krauss-Maffei Wegman, with subsequent tanks licensed and produced in Sweden.