Mr. Kim Jong-un test drove the `world’s most powerful` tank

(Dan Tri) – North Korea has revealed a new type of battle tank in the context of South Korea and the US conducting joint exercises.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un tested a new tank during an exercise on March 13 (Photo: Reuters).

North Korea’s Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on March 13 that leader Kim Jong-un personally drove a new tank in a training exercise between tank units to test combat capabilities.

Mr. Kim Jong-un described these as `the most powerful tanks in the world`, and expressed satisfaction with the attack power and mobility of these military vehicles.

`The leader expressed satisfaction with the fact that the new main battle tank successfully demonstrated outstanding attack power and maneuverability, showing an incredible combat performance for the first time in

North Korean tank units conduct exercises (Photo: Reuters).

Mr. Kim emphasized the need to organize in-depth exercises simulating a real conflict as well as training matches.

Previously, Mr. Kim had stated that the risk of armed confrontation on the Korean Peninsula was quickly becoming a reality due to the hostile actions of opponents, including the United States, requiring Pyongyang to `sharpen its sword.`

According to Planet Labs satellite images published last August, North Korea is believed to have carried out large-scale renovations at a main battle tank factory.

After years of delay, the overhaul is said to have taken place from October 2022 to June 2023 at the Kusong tank factory complex, officially named `Ho Chol Yong Machinery Factory`.

According to analysis of satellite images, a spacious new factory – twice as large as the current one – has been completed.

Leader Kim Jong-un’s latest inspection trip took place when the US and South Korea were holding the annual Freedom Shield exercise to strengthen deterrence against US nuclear and missile threats.

South Korea and the United States have expanded joint exercises in the context of North Korea’s increased weapons testing, including intercontinental ballistic missiles using solid fuel.

Pyongyang has long criticized joint military exercises between Seoul and Washington as rehearsals for an attack on North Korea.