Thread by @Krystian_Pogr

About a year ago, a couple of folks in Chile came up with a brilliant idea to modernize their Leopard 2A4 tanks. So, they gathered and debated (with some good alcohol) what to replace, what to repair, and what to leave as is, to maintain some sense of fair play for Peru or Argentina. 1/X

And in the end, they decided that the entire scope of the modernization would be classified information. 🙃 Okay, but we do have some clues about the scope of this upgrade, considering what Aselsan (the Turk with the kebab stand) proposed. 2/X

So, the scope of the modernization is quite limited, not to say it's more of an overhaul combined with modifications (something like our high-powered T-72 M1R). Therefore, it is known that a new fire control system, VOLKAN, will be implemented. 3/X

Additionally, its components in the form of KARTALGÖZÜ optoelectronic systems are to be integrated into the gunner's sight. The commander's panoramic observation and targeting device will also be new. Other elements include the remotely controlled SARP weapon module with a machine gun. 4/X

A laser warning and incoming missile alert system, as well as front and rear cameras for the driver, will also be added to prevent questions like, "Who the hell is the driver?!" when someone unauthorized damages the fender.
5/X

But to make things more interesting, it turned out that our clever Turkish friend has prepared a second, more comprehensive modernization package. Just in case, you know, Chile decides to splurge if they wake up on the wrong side of the bed and everything around them, including Peru or Bolivia, starts to annoy them. 6/X

So, the more comprehensive package is supposed to include luxuries such as the integration of an Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system, as well as the active protection system ASOP Pulat. This system is reportedly derived from the Ukrainian Zaslon or the Akkor system. 7/X

The proposals also include the integration of a Battle Management System (BMS), a 360-degree observation system, and an electric turret drive. The L2A4s for Chile represent the standard of vehicles from the 1980s. Nevertheless, they are still among the most advanced main battle tanks on the continent. 8/X

Alright, but what about the neighbors, you might ask. Well, I'll tell you that their standard is from the 50s and 60s. In Peru, the main armored force consists of T-55 family vehicles. They are said to have around 280 of them, but how many are actually operational is unclear. 9/X

Next, we have the Peruvian-Ukrainian technical ingenuity that gave birth to the Tifon 2a—a deep modernization of T-55 vehicles. This should be considered more of a curiosity, as they have only 4 of these upgraded tanks in their arsenal. 10/X

Finally, there are nearly a hundred upgraded French AMX-13PA5 Escorpion and AMX-13PA8 Escorpion-2 tanks. These vehicles were modernized in collaboration with Ukraine. They are armed with 4 Ukrainian anti-tank guided missiles, Barrier R-2. Additionally, their communication systems were replaced, and the DANTE fire control system was installed. 11/X

Next, Bolivia is equipped with Austrian SK-105 Kürassier tanks, totaling 54 vehicles, developed in the late 60s and early 70s. Originally designed as a tank destroyer, it is now more accurately regarded as a tracked fire support vehicle. 12/X

Finally, Argentina, which has a somewhat more advanced vehicle fleet. The primary vehicle here is the TAM family of tanks, developed in collaboration with West Germany. The latest modernization is designated TAM 2CA2. Overall, they are reported to have around 230 vehicles in service. 13/X

In their reserve fleet, they are reported to have about a hundred SK-105 Kürassier tanks and approximately 60 AMX-13 tanks. 14/X

In conclusion, the modernization of Chilean Leopard 2A4 tanks is well thought out, focusing primarily on electronics and improving the crew's situational awareness. Considering the cost-effectiveness ratio, these vehicles will surpass the tanks of neighboring countries. 15/15

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