Description:

The C2 Leone is a main battle tank produced by Italy in the 1950s. This tank features several modern systems, one of which is the Dual Control System. This feature allows the commander to have full control over the main gun without having to switch positions if the gunner is unavailable or dead. To enhance this functionality, a gunner’s sight for the commander was installed on the tank. This tank was considered a source of pride for Italy at the time. However, it was eventually replaced by the Ariete tank in 1995. The letter "C" in the tank’s name stands for Carro.

History:

After Italy's defeat in World War II, it became evident that their tanks were inferior to those of other nations. In response, a project named "Carro Medio" began in late 1947. This project encompassed five vehicle prototypes: Progetto 47/1, Progetto 47/2, Progetto 47/3, Progetto 48/1, and Progetto 48/2. Of these, only the Progetto 47/3 was accepted and would evolve into the C1 Leone. However, at the time, the C1 Leone's armor was weaker than that of its competitors, and its engine overheated easily. Eventually, the C1 Leone was revised into the C2 Leone, which featured a more powerful engine, a new cannon, additional side skirt armor, and overall thicker armor.

The C2 Leone had several variants, the most famous being the C2A1 Leone. This variant was equipped with spaced armor on the front turret and a cannon capable of firing ATGMs. The C2 Leone was used in various roles until it was retired in 1995.

Top Speed: 60 km/h

Controls:

Yaw: Rotate the tank

Roll: Rotate the turret

Pitch: Elevate the cannon

AG1: Activate auto-aim

AG2: Turn on the lamp

AG3: Remove the side skirt armor

Gallery:

(C2A1 Leone without side skirt)