| Leclerc Evolution | |
| Type: | Main battle tank |
| Is Vehicle: | yes |
| Number: | 1 (prototype) |
| Origin: | France |
| Is Uk: | no |
| Manufacturer: | Nexter Systems |
| Production Date: | 2024– |
| Crew: | 4 |
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Leclerc Evolution is a French prototype of the enhanced fourth-generation main battle tank (MBT) developed and manufactured by the KNDS France.
The project was presented during the Eurosatory 2024.[1] Tank is equipped with a turret armed with the ASCALON (Autoloaded and SCALable Outperforming guN) gun, capable of firing 120 or 140 mm shells, an ARX30 turret, a PASEO sight coupled with a 7.62 mm machine gun, a "Trophy" active protection system and the ability to use remotely operated ammunition. According to BFM TV, Leclerc Evolution will be operational in 2030 and KNDS France is said to be in discussions with several countries. KNDS France explained that the Leclerc Evolution is not intended to compete with the latest versions of Leopard 2 or future joint offerings (EMBT ADT140). The idea is to offer it in markets where the Leopard is not considered the appropriate solution.