Is this the future for Britain's main battle tank?
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BAE Systems has rolled the first working example of its upgraded Challenger 2 main battle tank. Designed to extend the service life of the Cold War battle wagon until 2035 as part of the British Army's Life Extension Project (LEP), the "Black Night" upgrade boasts a state-of-the-art thermal imaging system as well as improved defensive systems.
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The Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank
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The Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank