Leopard 2 A4M

A Leopard 2A4M CAN from 12e Régiment blindé du Canada (12eRBC) conducts a road move on Route HYENA (Panjwa’i Road) in the Horn of Panjwa’i. The Leopard 2 is providing security to an Afghan construction team that is widening and improving the existing dirt road, turning it into an all-weather paved road that is eight metres wide and 18 kilometres long. This road will help residents access economic centres for selling their produce, have better access to government services such as education and health care, and bring issues to the District Governor in a timely and efficient manner. Task Force Kandahar will continue robust security operations in conjunction with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Afghan National Security Forces, and its coalition and civilian partners in order to eliminate insurgent violence and set the conditions for successful and sustainable governance, development and peace in Southern Afghanistan. (Canadian Forces Image Number AR2011-0034-001 By Cpl. Tina Gillies, JTF-A Image Tech, with Roto 10)

Leopard 2A4M

A Leopard 2A4M from 12e Régiment blindé du Canada (12eRBC) conducts a road move on Route HYENA (Panjwa’i Road) in the Horn of Panjwa’i. The Leopard 2 is providing security to an Afghan construction team that is widening and improving the existing dirt road, turning it into an all-weather paved road that is eight metres wide and 18 kilometres long. This road will help residents access economic centres for selling their produce, have better access to government services such as education and health care, and bring issues to the District Governor in a timely and efficient manner. Task Force Kandahar will continue robust security operations in conjunction with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Afghan National Security Forces, and its coalition and civilian partners in order to eliminate insurgent violence and set the conditions for successful and sustainable governance, development and peace in Southern Afghanistan. (Canadian Forces Image Number AR2011-0034-011 By Cpl Tina Gillies, JTF-A Image Tech, with Roto 10)

Leopard 2A6M

A Leopard 2A6M Main Battle Tank with mine rollers from The Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) and part of the 1st Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group, clears the way during recent operations in the volatile Panjwa’i and Zhari Districts of Kandahar Province. The sheer size and firepower of the Leopard 2A6M Main Battle Tank makes it a formidable force and a huge deterrent to enemy insurgents. In close cooperation with Afghan National Security Forces, 1st Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group provides security by conducting counter-insurgency operations throughout Panjwa’i District located south-west of Kandahar City. The Battle Group conducts partnered operations with the 2nd Kandak of the 1st Brigade, 205 Corps of the Afghan National Army, Afghan National Police and the Panjwa’i District Governor in order to advance governance, reconstruction and security in the area. Operation ATHENA is Canada’s participation in the International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan. Focused on Kandahar Province in southern Afghanistan since the fall of 2005, Op ATHENA has one over-arching objective: to leave Afghanistan to Afghans, in a country that is better governed, more peaceful and more secure. (By Corporal Shilo Adamson with Canadian Forces Combat Camera
Canadian Forces Image Number IS2010-3030- 03)

Leopard

Members of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) Battle Group (BG) prepare a Leopard I tank equipped with mine rollers for Ex "Carcajou Défenseur."The squadron is clearing a route between Camp Dubé and the Termoli firing point using blank ammunition. The troops are sweeping the road and checking for improvised explosive devices. Members of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) Battle Group (BG) participated in Ex “Carcajou Défenseurr”, held from 18 to 22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. The exercise focused on the combat RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position followed by withdrawal under contact (live). Members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1 Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) used Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks during the exercise. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080 By Cpl Marc-André Gaudreault, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)

Leopard

Members of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) Battle Group (BG) clear the road under combat during Ex “Carcajou Défenseur." The squadron is clearing a route between Camp Dubé and the Termoli firing point using blank ammunition. The troops are sweeping the road and checking for improvised explosive devices. Members of the Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) Battle Group (BG) participated in Ex “Carcajou Défenseur”, which took place from 18 to 22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training sectors. The exercise focused on the combat RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position followed by withdrawal under contact (live). Members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1 Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) used Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks during the exercise. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080 By Cpl Marc-André Gaudreault, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)

Leopard 2

A newly acquired Canadian Forces Leopard 2 Main Battle Tank, moves through a forward operating base in Zhari District, Southern Afghanistan. The tanks are helping to provide support and protection for the battle group. The 3 RCR (Royal Canadian Regiment), battle group based out of Petawawa, Ontario, is deployed throughout the southern Afghanistan province of Kandahar. Part of the ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) as Operation Athena, the battle group provides security for reconstruction and mentoring for local Afghan forces. Operation ATHENA is Canada’s participation in the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan. (Canadian Forces Image Number IS2008-9182 By Cpl David Cribb with ADM (PA); Combat Camera)

Leopard

Members of the Battle Group (BG) of Task Force 3-10 and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) deploy a mine-clearing robot to an area where there may be a hidden Improvised Explosive Device. The Squadron clears a path between Camp Dubé and the Termoli firing point using blank ammunition. The troops sweep the road and check for Improvised Explosive Devices. Members of the Battle Group (BG) of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) are participating in exercise "Wolverine Defender," which runs from 18–22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. The exercise deals with battle RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position, followed by a rearward movement in contact. Many members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) are taking part in the exercise, in addition to some Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080-029 by Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)

Leopard

An armoured Leopard I tank lies in wait during the establishment of a defensive position during exercise “Wolverine Defender,” in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. Members of the Battle Group (BG) of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) are participating in exercise "Wolverine Defender," from 18–22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. The exercise deals with battle RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position, followed by a rearward movement in contact (live). Many members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) are taking part in the exercise, in addition to some Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080-038 by Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)

Leopard

A Leopard I tank slowly moves forward while establishing a defensive position during exercise “Wolverine Defender,” in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. Members of the Battle Group (BG) of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) are participating in exercise "Wolverine Defender," from 18–22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training areas.
The exercise deals with battle RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position, followed by a rearward movement in contact. Many members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) are taking part in the exercise, in addition to some Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080-039 by Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)

Leopard

A Leopard tank opens fire on enemy targets during establishment of a defensive position followed by a withdrawal under contact. Members of the Battle Group (BG) of Task Force 3-10 (TF 3-10) are participating in exercise "Wolverine Defender," from 18–22 April 2010 in the Valcartier Garrison training areas. The exercise deals with a battle RCP (Road Clearing Package) and the establishment of a defensive position, followed by a withdrawal under contact. Many members of 12e Régiment Blindé du Canada (12 RBC), 1Battalion Royal 22e Régiment (1 R22R) and 5 Combat Engineer Regiment (5 CER) are taking part in the exercise, in addition to some Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV) and Leopard I assault tanks. (Canadian Forces Image Number VL2010-0080-042 by Cpl Roxanne Shewchuk, Imaging Section, Valcartier Garrison)