Oct 1, 2020 · The whole programme is divided into three phases: development, initial low rate production, and full rate manufacturing. The first phase, expected to take place between 2022 and 2024, is to make it possible to develop the final form of the polonized K2PL Wilk MBT. Three prototypes would follow.

May 12, 2024 · Poland is set to produce hundreds of K2PL main battle tanks a year — localized version of the South Korean K2 Black Panther. The ambitious plan is to turn Poland into one of the region's powerhouses of tank manufacture, with a possibility to not just sate the domestic armed forces but sell K2s for export.

Nov 22, 2024 · A key component of this agreement is the development of the K2PL, a version tailored to Poland’s specific requirements. This Polish-adapted model will feature reinforced armor for improved resistance to modern threats, advanced active protection systems against anti-tank missiles, and NATO compatibility for standardized ammunition from ...

While the original K2 tank was a product of South Korea's Hyundai Rotem, the K2PL integrates modifications that cater to Poland's defense needs. In terms of armament, the K2PL boasts a formidable 120mm smoothbore gun, capable of discharging advanced kinetic energy penetrators and versatile rounds.

Mar 20, 2024 · The deadline for signing the performance contract regarding 820 K2PL main battle tanks for the Polish Armed Forces remains unknown. To find out more about the programme, the Defence24.pl editing team embarked on a journey to the Republic of Korea.

6 days ago · The tank, along with its variants like the K2A1 and the Polish K2PL models, can also be equipped with two optional jammers to enhance protection against drone attacks. The tank is equipped with the Korean Active Protection System (KAPS 2), developed by the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) and Hanwha Systems, formerly known as Hanwha Thales.

Jun 3, 2024 · Through the K2PL project, we aim to gradually expand our collaboration with Polish defense companies, focusing on tank production and maintenance capabilities, as well as the core technologies for major components.

Apr 17, 2024 · Umowa ramowa, którą podpisano w 2022 r., obejmuje łącznie do 1 000 czołgów K2 dla Wojska Polskiego. Mają one powstawać w kooperacji i przy dużym zaangażowaniu polskiego przemysłu. Docelowo również K2GF mają zostać doprowadzone do standardu K2PL. Czym będzie K2PL? Jak wyglądać będzie standard K2PL?

Dec 25, 2022 · Na razie dostarczono 10 wozów, a do 2025 roku ma to być łącznie 180 maszyn. Obecna konfiguracja czołgu K2 jest jednak zbliżona do koreańskiej. Prawdziwą rewolucję ma przynieść dopiero opracowanie wersji K2PL, dostosowanej w pełni do polskich wymagań i współprodukowanej w Polsce.

Terminy dostaw pierwszych 180 czołgów K2 zostały zaplanowane w latach 2022-2025, natomiast dostawy 820 czołgów K2PL rozpoczną się w 2026 r. i w tym samym roku zostanie uruchomiona produkcja w Polsce.