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S. Korea to use homegrown transmission for K2 tanks

S. Korea to Use Homegrown Transmission for K2 Tanks

South Korea has developed a domestically produced transmission for its K2 Black Panther main battle tanks, ending its reliance on foreign suppliers.

The new transmission, known as the EST15K, was developed by Hyundai WIA and is a major upgrade over the German-made Renk transmission previously used in the K2 tanks.

The EST15K is more powerful, efficient, and reliable than its predecessor, and it will give the K2 tanks a significant advantage in combat.

Seoul to scrap K2 tank's German transmission

South Korea has decided to ditch the German-made transmission installed on the K2 Black Panther main battle tank for a domestically-produced one.

The German Renk transmission has been plagued with quality issues, and Seoul has been looking for a replacement for some time.

Hyundai WIA developing the homegrown alternative which was unveiled at the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition in 2019.

Hyundai signs deal to make engines for potential K3 tank

Meanwhile, South Korea's Hyundai Rotem has signed a contract to develop a new engine for the potential K3 main battle tank.

The new engine will be more powerful and efficient than the current K2 engine, and it will give the K3 tank a significant edge in battle.

The K3 tank is still in the early stages of development, but it is expected to enter service in the late 2020s.