Iraq K2ME Black Panther Tank Negotiations
announcedIraq is negotiating the acquisition of up to 250 K2ME tanks to replace aging M1A1 Abrams. Hyundai Rotem unveiled the K2ME desert variant in March 2026, engineered for extreme heat (120°F+) and sandy conditions. Senior Iraqi delegation visited Hyundai Rotem facilities in 2025. Contract expected 1H 2026.
Contract Details
- Buyer Country
- Iraq
- Buyer Entity
- Iraqi Army
- Seller Company
- Hyundai Rotem
- Product
- K2 Black Panther
- Contract Value
- $6.5B
- Quantity
- 250 units
- Category
- tank
Timeline
Announced
Jun 1, 2025
Signed
TBD
Delivery Start
TBD
Delivery End
TBD
Source
Defence Blog
Features
Quick Info
- Status
- announced
- Buyer
- Iraq
- Value
- $6.5B