Hyundai Rotem K2 Black Panther

The K2 is the ROK's most modern MBT — 56 tons (lighter than Leopard/Abrams), 1,500 hp MTU MB-883 (initial batches; later DV27K Doosan engine in the K2PL version), 70 km/h. Main weapon 120 mm L/55 (Rheinmetall license or indigenous), autoloader (3-man crew). In-arm hydropneumatic suspension lets the K2 adjust its ride height per wheel independently — it can lower into a hull-down posture for camouflage behind hills or raise its front for extreme climb angles. Export success: Poland signed in 2022 a mega-contract for 1,000 K2/K2PL worth ~USD 13.7 billion — direct K2 deliveries (main contract) plus K2PL with Polish components in licensed production (Polish co-production). Norway eventually chose Leopard 2A8 over K2 in 2023. Unit price: ~USD 8 million (K2 base) up to ~USD 15 million (K2PL with Trophy/SLERA).