With its full-fledged MLC-80 bridges, this technically mature and widely used system offers a maximum of performance, extremely simple operation and maximum protection for the crew.
The LEGUAN LEOPARD 2 – a master of its class
Mission-oriented and dependable
Performance-enhanced chassis
Highly mobile on tough terrain, the LEGUAN LEOPARD 2 follows the main battle tanks every step of the way.
Horizontal laying
Extremely simple set-up and the tactical advantage of horizontal laying set this fully automated laying system apart from its competitors.
Building bridges
Building a dependable crossing up to 50 m long is a simple feat with the 14 m bridges, the 26 m bridge or a combination thereof.
Always ready for use
Thanks to the extensive visual equipment, the crew can keep an eye on everything at all times and work reliably by day and by night.
Ideally protected
Mines, IED or direct fire – the vehicle has a protection concept which is adapted to real and modern threats.
Facts about the LEGUAN LEOPARD 2
The LEGUAN LEOPARD 2 offers the mobility of the LEOPARD 2 main battle tank and a maximum of identical logistics. The 14 m and 26 m bridges comply with the strictest MLC 80 load carrying capacity requirements and offer potential for further expansion. A modern, integrated measurement system ensures a safe and automatic recognition of the crossing capacity that has already been used, thus enabling the remaining bridge load capacity to be precisely calculated.
In addition to a modern and high-performance protection concept, this system offers many additional equipment features, such as a cooling system, auxiliary power generator and all-round vision gear, which guarantee top-notch performance and endurance.
The armed forces of nine nations already rely on the superiority of the LEGUAN LEOPARD 2 today. As of 2023, it is possible to plan and design collective supply concepts, further developments and modification projects in close conjunction with the MBT LEOPARD 2 courtesy of the Leo User Club.
The LEGUAN modular concept
Far more than a battlefield bridge system
- The laying system can be adapted in virtually all heavy tracked vehicle chassis
- LEGUAN wheeled vehicle variant (a full-fledged bridge layer) additionally available
- Supply concept (tractor and semitrailer) for supplementary bridges
- Pontoon-based ferry and floating bridge equipment kit
- Dual-use kit for civilian use
- BOXER mission module for 14 m bridge (MLC 80) and new 22 m bridge (MLC 50)
- IFV integration concepts for 14 m bridge
- Extensive accessories
International teaming/pooling/sharing – now reality thanks to the LEGUAN
Wheel-based, track-based or both – the armed forces of 19 nations to date rely on the LEGUAN
- Product specifications
- Performance features
- Downloads
| Length | approx. 14.6 m (with two 14m bridges) |
| Width | up to 4 m |
| Height | < 4 m |
| Weight | MLC 70 |
| Bridges | MLC 80 rated load capacity (definition of TDTC plus further requirements) |
| Mobility | comparable with MBT Leopard 2 |
- Passive all-round protection for the crew from threats such as IEDs, mines or anti-tank fire
- All-round viewing equipment for daytime and night-time use
- Crew compartment cooling system
- Additional power generator for assembly area missions
- External telephone for dismounted forces
- Digitised and multifunctional operator concept
- Armed with 2x6 barrel smoke grenade launcher and MG mounting
The LEGUAN in use
The LEGUAN is synonymous with a high-performance and interoperable bridge system. Its modular concept makes it versatile and expandable, tactically valuable and the ideal platform for teaming, pooling and sharing during international cooperation.
The LEGUAN modular concept in pictures
The LEGUAN in various mission scenarios.
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