Morocco evaluates the purchase of up to 400 K2 Black Panther tanks from South Korea

According to Daum on January 15, 2026, Morocco has begun evaluating a potential acquisition of up to 400 K2 Black Panther tanks from South Korea as part of a broader reassessment of its land forces. If pursued, the move would mark a major diversification away from the reliance on U.S. and Russian tanks, as well as positioning Rabat as the first African operator of the K2 Black Panther tank. Read full defense news at this link...

The K2 Black Panther attracted Morocco's attention due to its export availability and its suitability for hot and arid operating environments, thanks to the existence of the K2ME, a variant specifically tailored for such landscapes. (Picture source: South Korean Army)

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