Leopard 2A7 vs T-90M Proryv
Main battle tanks ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany vs ๐ท๐บ Russia
The standard European main battle tank, praised for its gun, mobility and ergonomics. Serves in nearly 20 armies and saw combat in Syria and Ukraine.
Russia's most modern mass-produced tank: Relikt reactive armor, a new turret and thermal sights. Lighter and cheaper than Western MBTs, with a three-man crew.
Key differences
- Leopard 2A7 is faster: 68 vs 60 km/h (+13%).
- T-90M Proryv flies farther: 550 vs 450 km (+22%).
- T-90M Proryv is cheaper: ~$4.5M vs ~$11M per unit.
- Leopard 2A7 is far more numerous: 3,600+ built vs 2,000+.
- T-90M Proryv is the newer design (entered service 1992 vs 1979).
Specifications side by side
| Leopard 2A7 | T-90M Proryv | |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ฉ๐ช Germany | Country of origin | ๐ท๐บ Russia |
| 1979 | In service since | 1992 |
| 68 km/h | Top speed | 60 km/h |
| 450 km | Range | 550 km |
| 66.5 t | Weight | 48 t |
| 4 | Crew | 3 |
| 120mm Rheinmetall L55, 2ร 7.62mm MG3 | Armament | 125mm 2A46M-5 with autoloader, ATGM through barrel, 12.7mm RWS |
| ~$11M | Unit cost | ~$4.5M |
| 3,600+ | Units built | 2,000+ |
Tables compare stated specifications; real combat outcomes depend on crew training, situation, support and rules of engagement โ not stats alone.