Through 2022 the UK provided more aid to Ukraine ($2.85 billion) than any other nation except the United States and has committed to the same level in 2023. The UK’s approach is most evident in Ukraine. However, this strategy comes with important risks London must manage in the coming months. This solution also provides significant growth potential in all Main Battle Tank key capability areas with the new physical, electronic, and electrical architecture.While this approach has been expedited since Brexit to demonstrate leadership outside of the EU, it is also rooted in the UK’s instinct to be at the center of world events. The long-range commander and gunner primary sights will also be improved with automatic target detection and acquisition. The new turret structure and improved survivability systems provide the highest standard of protection for the crew.
The gun is also complete with increased first-hit capability and the latest fire support technology. The new vehicle will be equipped with the latest 120mm High Pressure L55A1 main gun, firing the latest kinetic energy anti-tank rounds and programmable multipurpose ammunition. The upgraded vehicle, to be called Challenger 3, will be a network-enabled, digital Main Battle Tank with state-of-the-art lethality, upgraded survivability, plus world-class surveillance and target acquisition capabilities. In May 2021, the UK MOD awarded an £800m contract to Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) to upgrade 148 Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks for the British Army.
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