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Challenger Tanks

Asked by Mr Mark FrancoisConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 16 October 2025UIN 81264

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether Challenger 3 in battlefield configuration has exceeded its maximum weight limit.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Challenger 3 tank is being designed to meet its weight requirement.

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