Europe unveils armored tank with remote turret, 1,500 horsepower, and 120-millimeter cannon

Written by Fabio Lucas Carvalho

Published on 21/06/2026 at 18:45

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Presented by KNDS at Eurosatory 2026, the CAPINT combines the tested chassis of the Leopard 2A8 with an unmanned turret, 1,500 horsepower diesel engine, 120-millimeter ASCALON cannon, and integration with drones and robotic vehicles, emerging as an intermediate solution for European forces during the 2030s.

KNDS presented at Eurosatory 2026 the CAPINT, an armored tank for European clients. The design combines the chassis of the Leopard 2A8 with an unmanned turret, integration with robotic vehicles, and operation with drones.

The Franco-German manufacturer brings together the companies responsible for the Leopard 2 and Leclerc tanks. In 2025, the group had more than 11,000 employees, revenue of €4.4 billion, and an order book valued at €33.1 billion.

Armored tank emerges as an intermediate solution

The CAPINT was developed as an intermediate capability while the Main Ground Combat System, a program planned by France, progresses at a slower pace. Instead of waiting until 2040, the proposal is to make the vehicle available during the 2030s.

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Remote turret keeps crew in the hull

The novelty lies in the unmanned turret. The military remains protected inside the hull and controls the weaponry remotely. Without people in the turret, the structure can be smaller, lighter, and take up less space.

The planned armament is a KNDS ASCALON 120-millimeter cannon, with a smoothbore and automatic loader. The system maintains compatibility with standard NATO ammunition stocks and can accommodate larger calibers in the future without a complete redesign.

Drones expand command function

The tank will be able to operate alongside drones and robotic vehicles, forming a manned and unmanned team. In this arrangement, it will function as an armored command platform, but few details have been disclosed.

KNDS showed an evolution of the Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0, with a remote turret, a crew of three people, and capacity for 120, 130, or 140-millimeter cannons, as well as secondary armament against drone swarms.

What do you consider most important in this armored tank: crew protection, compatibility with NATO ammunition, the possibility of adopting larger calibers, or integration with drones and robotic vehicles? Leave your opinion in the comments and explain which feature might weigh more in the future of ground combat.

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