| Leopard 2A5 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Details | |
Tier / Class:
|
8 MBT |
Nation: |
Germany |
Dealer: |
Sophie Wölfli |
Reputation: |
1,080,300 |
Cost: |
8,160,000 |
| Stats - Stock (Renowned) | |
Max Damage: |
518 (528) |
DPM: |
2,877 (3,226) |
Penetration: |
630 (700) mm |
Hit Points: |
3,100 |
Hull F/S/R: |
480 / 140 / 60 |
Turret F/S/R: |
655 / 310 / 65 |
Max Speed: |
70.00 km/h |
Acceleration 0-32kph: |
5.39 s |
Hull Traverse: |
32.80 deg/s |
Camouflage: |
12% |
Vision: |
430 m |
Accuracy (Spread): |
0.10° |
Max Cannon Depression: |
-10.0 / -1.0° |
Turret Traverse Speed: |
40.00 deg/s |
The Leopard 2A5 is a tier 8 Main Battle Tank originating from Germany, and is sold by Sophie Wölfli. It can be unlocked from the Leopard 2, and unlocks a tier 9 Unlock Token, which can be used on the CRAB, B1 Draco, B1 Centauro 120, Leopard 2A6, or M1A2 Abrams SEP v.3. It also leads to the Leopard 2A4 Evolution, a side branch of the main Leopard Variant tree.
Contents
Features[]
- Heavy armor : this vehicle's armor bounces more shots and takes more hits
- High caliber: the high caliber weaponry deals an increased damage.
Player Recommendations[]
The general playstyle of the Leopard 2A5 is like that of its successors. With medium armor, good mobility, and an accurate gun, the 2A5 is a mid-range sniper and flanker. While not as heavily armored as some of the other T8 MBTs, it is still capable of fighting up close if needed. However, hulling down behind terrain and only keeping the turret exposed is necessary to prevent the enemy from penetrating its mediocre frontal armor.
Pros and Cons[]
Pros[]
- Excellent gun depression
- Accurate
- Excellent mobility for an MBT
Cons[]
- Weak spot under the gun mantlet
- Lower frontal glacis is a large weak spot for all other heavy cannons at its tier and higher
- Long reload time and low damage output
Upgrade Suggestions[]
As the vehicle is defined by its firepower, early research should focus on this. Upgrading to the Improved Gun Stabilizer and Improved Gun Breech, along better ammunition, will increase damage output against targets, while minimizing exposure to return fire. Another important early upgrade would be the D570P0 Tracks, to further improve mobility.
Retrofit Suggestions[]
- Advanced Muzzle Reference System
- Improved Telescopic Lens
- Improved Gun Breech
- Improved Pioneer Tool Kit
Commander and Crew Skill Suggestions[]
- Commander: Juan Carlos, to improve the aim speed and crew stats
- Driver: Spin to Win, Off-Road Driving
- Gunner: Sharpshooter, Do the Twist
- Loader: Rapid Fire, Explosive Shells/Preparation
Armor[]
| Reputation Cost | Credits | Hull Armor (F/S/R) | Hull Composition | Turret Armor (F/S/R) | Turret Composition | ERA Type | ERA Modifiers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | Stock | 480/140/60 | High Hardness Steel composite with Tungsten, Plastic and Ceramic insert | 655/310/65 | Modular High Hardness Steel composite with Tungsten, Plastic and Ceramic insert | None | |||||
| Continued improvements to the Leopard 2 culminated in the major overhaul of the 2A5 adding composites to the front and sides of the turret, the driver's side of the hull, and the glacis. The overall vehicle was improved from the ground up while retaining both firepower and mobility, making it a well-rounded battlefield threat. | |||||||||||
Firepower[]
| Shell name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Area of effect | Penetration | Max Accuracy | Speed | Reload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120mm DM33A2 APFSDS | AP | Stock | 518 | 0m | 630mm | 0.10° | 1,650 m/s | 10.80s |
| 120mm DM12 HEAT-MP | HEAT | Stock | 520 | 0m | 600mm | 0.11° | 1,140 m/s | 10.80s |
| 120mm DM12A1 HEAT-MP | HEAT | 100,115 | 550 | 0m | 700mm | 0.11° | 1,140 m/s | 10.80s |
| 120mm DM43A1 APFSDS | AP | 98,930 | 528 | 0m | 800mm | 0.10° | 1,650 m/s | 10.80s |
| Shell name | Type | Reputation | Damage | Area of effect | Penetration | Velocity | Accuracy (Fully Aimed) | Reload Time | Shells in Magazine | Reload within Magazine | Burst Fire Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.62mm AP | AP | Stock | 8 | 0m | 18mm | 855m/s | 0.15° | 5.00s | 800 | {{{reloadm}}}s | 400.00rd/min |
Mobility[]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Max Speed | Reverse Speed | 0 to 32km/h | 0 to Max Speed | Hull Traverse | Fire Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTU MB 883 Ka-500 1500hp Diesel Engine | Stock | Stock | 70.00km/h | {{{reverse}}} | 5.39s | {{{0-max}}} | 32.80deg/s | {{{firechance}}} |
Upgrades[]
| Name | Reputation Cost | Credits | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spall Liner | 25,325 | 380,140 | Increases vehicle HP by 250.
|
| DM55A1 Smoke Grenades | 37,990 | 570,210 | Provides a total of five smoke deployments on an eighty second cooldown between uses.
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| MUSS APS | 52,235 | 784,030 | An Active Protection System that has a chance of diverting ATGMs around a player's vehicle from a range of 250m or more.
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| Improved Gun Stabilizer | 63,310 | 950,350 | Enhances accuracy while on the move by 20%.
|
| Improved Ready Racks | 149,185 | 2,239,260 | Increases reload speed by 10%.
|
| D570P0 Tracks | 13,060 | 196,010 | Improves acceleration, top speeds, and traverse speeds on rough terrain and makes the tracks harder to destroy. |
History[]
Class: Main Battle Tank
Developed: 1989-1993
Service: 1993+
Vehicles Built: 746
Operators: Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark
The Leopard 2A5 variant is a Leopard 2A4, upgraded with a new type of spaced armor as well as with some other partial improvements while retaining its 120mm L/44 smoothbore gun. While not as widely exported as the older Leopard 2 models, it was accepted in service in several European countries. It's worth noting that the vehicle was originally supposed to be even better armored, but this configuration was rejected by the Germans as too costly. It was, however, adopted by Sweden, which is why the Swedish version of the Leopard 2 MBT called Strv 122 is better armored than its German counterpart.
