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Iraq K2ME Black Panther Tank Negotiations

announced

Iraq is negotiating the acquisition of up to 250 K2 tanks. 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. A contract valued at roughly $6.5 billion is expected in 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

Jan 22, 2026

Signed

TBD

Delivery Start

TBD

Delivery End

TBD

Source

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Quick Info

Status: announced
Buyer: Iraq
Value: $6.5B