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RENK, KNDS Extend Leopard 2 Transmission Deal

October 18, 2026

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Key Takeaways

RENK and KNDS extend Leopard 2 transmission contract to 2032.
The deal is worth approximately €130 million.
Deliveries are scheduled between 2029 and 2032.
The contract covers HSWL 354 transmissions and related components.

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Strategic Implications

This extension may indicate a long-term commitment to the Leopard 2 program, suggesting a stable revenue stream for RENK. The deal could also highlight the importance of sustaining existing fleets, which may benefit suppliers like RENK in the European land-platform supply chain.

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What Happened

German Companies Secure €130 Million Contract Extension

RENK Group and KNDS Deutschland have expanded their supply contract for Leopard 2 transmissions, with deliveries set to begin in 2029 and run through 2032. The €130 million deal covers key components, including HSWL 354 transmissions, and underscores the ongoing importance of the Leopard 2 program. According to reports from Defence Industry Europe and Army Technology, the extension reflects the need for sustained support of the existing Leopard 2 fleet, which operates in 23 countries. This was reported by Envanter Medya.

Source | Originally Published: October 17, 2026

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