K2 Black Panther vs Type 10
| South Korean main battle tank, Hyundai Precision manufacture, intended for domestic use and potential export. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Heavy Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Precision / Sangyong Heavy Industries |
| Number produced | -- units |
| Estimated unit price | $8.5 million |
| Japanese main battle tank, entering service in 2012, manufactured by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. | |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Main Battle Tank |
| Type | Main battle tank |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Number produced | 117 units |
| Estimated unit price | $11.3 million |
| Combat weight | 55.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Length | 10.80 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.40 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 1500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 120mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | K-6 12.7mm machine gun |
| Combat weight | 48.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 500 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.49 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.24 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.30 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, gunner and driver) |
| Engine | 4-stroke 22.6-litre diesel V8 MHI 8VA34WTK 1,200 hp/2,300 rpm |
| Main armament | Japan Steel Works 120 mm L/44 calibers-long smoothbore cannon with automatic loader |
| Secondary weapon | Type 90 12.7 mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the K2 Black Panther or Type 10?
The Type 10 is faster with a maximum road speed of 70 km/h compared to the K2 Black Panther's 70 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the K2 Black Panther or Type 10?
The Type 10 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the K2 Black Panther's 430 km.
Which is heavier, the K2 Black Panther or Type 10?
The K2 Black Panther is heavier at 55.0 tons combat weight compared to the Type 10's 48.0 tons.
Which is larger, the K2 Black Panther or Type 10?
The K2 Black Panther is longer at 10.80 meters compared to the Type 10's 9.48 meters.
How many crew members do the K2 Black Panther and Type 10 require?
The Type 10 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, gunner and driver) compared to the K2 Black Panther's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the K2 Black Panther or Type 10?
The Type 10 is more expensive at approximately $11.3 million per unit compared to the K2 Black Panther at $8.5 million.
What are the main armaments of the K2 Black Panther and Type 10?
The K2 Black Panther is armed with 1 120mm gun while the Type 10 carries Japan Steel Works 120 mm L/44 calibers-long smoothbore cannon with automatic loader as its main armament.