Nexter Systems is a French government-owned weapons manufacturer, based in Roanne, Loire.
A Nexter exhibit
A Leclerc main battle tank
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The Leclerc is a third-generation French main battle tank developed and manufactured by Nexter Systems. It was named in honour of Marshal Philippe Leclerc de Hauteclocque, a commander of the Free French Forces, who led the 2nd Armoured Division in World War II.
Leclerc tank during military exercise
The gunner's position, looking down from the turret roof
Closeup of the front of the turret; the 12.7 mm coaxial machine gun can be seen below and to the side of the 120 mm main gun.
The commander's HL 70 panoramic sight