Portugal Approves $92 Million Upgrade for Leopard 2A6 Tank Fleet

Army Recognition reported on Nov. 9, 2026, that Portugal’s government will spend up to US$92.1 million (EUR 82.35 million) to upgrade the army’s Leopard 2A6 main battle tanks, a plan it announced on Nov. 2.

The funding, approved on Oct. 22 under Council of Ministers Resolution No. 210/2026, is meant to replace outdated equipment, rotate more of the tanks back into working condition, and keep the fleet in service longer. The upgrade will help Portugal maintain a reliable tank force...