Leopard 1A1A4 MBT

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Condition

This example is in excellent condition on the outside. The three-tone NATO camouflage is in perfect condition. All pioneer tools and tow cables are present. The interior appears very complete with some pieces of equipment needing to be remounted. The tracks and wheels are all excellent. The engine runs fine, but will not shift into forward or reverse, therefore the Leopard will need some maintenance.

• Transmission has some defect, engine runs and will neutral steer but will not engage in gear;
• Running and steering (no driving possible);
• Has no batteries, but can be started on seperate battery back;
• interior: relatively complete but has old German demil cuts that needs to be repaired / painted (from outside not visible);
• Breech block welded halfway open, gun tube has plug in the barrel.

History

When the West German Army joined NATO in 1955, it was equipped primarily with equipment made by the U.S., France and Great Britain. Among the first tanks used by the West German Army were American built M47’s and M48’s. While decent tanks for their time, they were already beginning to be outclassed by vehicles of other nations. In 1956, a requirement for a new tank for the West German Army was put forth. By September 1965, the first Leopard 1 was delivered.

The Leopard 1 was a fast, well-armed main battle tank. It was not as heavily armored as it’s contemporaries such as the British Chieftain or American M60 series, but it was faster and more reliable. It formed the backbone of the West German panzer forces throughout the 1960s and 1970s until it began to be replaced by the more powerful Leopard II. Over 4,700 Leopard I’s were built with a little more than half being sent to the West German Army and the rest going to various NATO members.

The Leopard 1 was built in several variants, each of which underwent various modifications during their service. The initial Leopard 1 was built with a welded hull and cast turret. It was upgraded to the 1A1 in 1971 by adding a thermal sleeve and stabilization system to the main armament. Add on turret armor created the Leopard 1A1A1. The addition of digital radios and the PZB200 low-light television system created the Leopard 1A1A4.

While the Leopard 1 series is no longer used by the German Army, many are still used by NATO members such as Turkey, Greece and Canada.

Technical

Manufacturer Krauss-Maffei Wegmann
Model 1A1A4 MBT
Manufacturing date 1969
Serial number 346 and B4439
Length 31 ft 3 in (9,54 m)
Width 11 ft (3,37 m)
Height (top up) 9 ft (2,76)
Height (top down) n/a
Weight 93.475 lb (42.400 kg)
Max. speed (land) 40 mph (65 km/h)
Max. speed (water) n/a
Operational range 375 mi (600 km)
Main armament 105 mm L7A4 gun
Secondary armament 2x 7,62 mm MG3 machine guns, note secondary armament not included.
Engine MTU MB 838 CaM 500, 10 cyl., 830 hp
Crew 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver)
Armor 2,05 – 2,76 in (52 -70 mm)
Production numbers In total, 6.485 Leopard I tanks have been built, of which 7.744 main battle tanks.

Note to Buyers

LOCATION

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INSPECTION(S)/ VIEWING DAYS

Inspections (viewing days) are open on:
– USA: Thursday March 14, Friday April 5, Saturday 6 and Friday April 19 2024

– The Netherlands: Saturday April 13 (Nederweert)

Given the fact that these are often very special items whose condition, no matter how hard we try, cannot always be described 100% completely, we really recommend that you make use of this.

IMPORTANT DATES

– Campaign Start: March 1^st 2024,

– Release Website and brochure (all items listed and categorized): March 20 2024,

– Bidding Open: Friday April 19 2024 00:00 CET (Dutch American Friendship Day),

– Bidding Ends:

Saturday April 20 2024 (Vehicles)

Saturday May 11 2024 (Parts & Accessories)

Times:             Amsterdam NL (CET): 06:00 PM (18:00)

London: 05:00 PM (17:00)

New York USA: 12:00 AM (12:00)

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On all lots a buyer’s premium of 16,5% of the hammer price is charged. Over this buyer’s premium a 21% sales tax (VAT) will be applicable.

PARTS, ACCESSOIRIES & MILITARIA

The batches of spare parts, various accessories and militaria are sold in as-is condition and delivered without any guarantee of functioning.

VEHICLES & VEHICLE RELATED EQUIPMENT

Cars, motorcycles, trucks, cannons or howitzers, armored vehicles, and tanks are sold in as-is condition, with no technical guarantee and guarantee of authenticity and with or without registration.

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COLLECTION

Due to our participation in the commemorations of D-DAY in Normandy France collection of all lots is scheduled for the period Monday June 24 till Friday July 5 2024. However, for buyers who want to participate with their purchased lot at the 80^th Anniversary Commemorations in Normandy this can of course be deviated from. In such a case please let us know soonest.
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STORAGE

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– Parts & accessories: € 25,- / lot / week.

– Cars and motorcycles: € 50,- / lot / week.

– Armored vehicles, tanks, cannons etc. € 75,- / lot / week.

Listed storage fees excluding 21% VAT.

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