Danish Army crews carried out live-fire drills in Latvia with their Leopard 2A7 DK main battle tanks, according to NATO’s Multinational Brigade Latvia. The exercise was part of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence (eFP) efforts, reinforcing the alliance’s defensive posture along its northeastern flank.
The training marked one of the most significant armored deployments by Denmark since the completion of its Leopard 2A7 DK modernization program in 2023. Integrated within the NATO-led brigade, Danish forces participated in the exercise to strengthen interoperability and maintain high readiness levels amid evolving regional security dynamics.
The Leopard 2A7 DK represents Denmark’s most advanced variant of the Leopard 2 series. The platform features a Rheinmetall 120 mm L55/L55A1 smoothbore gun, modular composite armor, and a fully digital battlefield management system. Enhanced crew protection, mine resistance, and reduced thermal signature contribute to improved survivability in combat operations. Powered by a 1,500 hp MTU MB 873 Ka-501 diesel engine, the tank can reach speeds up to 70 km/h with an operational range of approximately 450 km.
The exercise also highlighted logistical and operational commonality among NATO partners in Latvia, several of which field Leopard tank variants. This shared capability facilitates coordinated ammunition, maintenance, and recovery operations across participating nations.