Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)
Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: France, Germany
Source: DW
The MGCS is a Franco-German defense project launched in 2017 to develop a next-generation tank system to replace Germany's Leopard 2 and France's Leclerc tanks. The project is part of a broader political agreement between Paris and Berlin, with Germany leading the tank development due to its armored vehicle industry. The system is expected to enter service around 2040 but has faced delays and is a
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Aerospace & Defense, Automotive
- Location
- France
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- DW
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The MGCS is a Franco-German defense project launched in 2017 to develop a next-generation tank system to replace Germany's Leopard 2 and France's Leclerc tanks. The project is part of a broader political agreement between Paris and Berlin, with Germany leading the tank development due to its armored vehicle industry. The system is expected to enter service around 2040 but has faced delays and is affected by the disputes surrounding the FCAS project. |
Original sector | Defense |
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Country | France |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Automotive |
Article published date | 2026-05-27 |
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