Poland's armed forces have encountered technical difficulties with K2 main battle tanks procured from South Korea, with reports indicating motor malfunctions and other operational issues. According to Polish media outlet Radio ZET, approximately 30 K2 tanks are undergoing repairs at military maintenance facilities, predominantly at installations in Braniewo. Poland's Ministry of National Defence stated that the failure rates of these vehicles remain within industry-accepted standards for such platforms.

Polish military analyst Jarosław Wolski previously noted that K2 tanks have experienced excessive heat generation and motor lockup issues. Radio ZET's investigation revealed that several tanks in maintenance are experiencing motor-related problems. These technical challenges reflect operational difficulties encountered with platforms manufactured by South Korea's Hyundai Rotem. Warranty-covered repairs are performed by the manufacturer, while post-warranty maintenance operations are conducted by Poland's armed forces technical units.

The K2 main battle tank represents a cornerstone of South Korea's modern ground forces and is equipped with a 120 mm smoothbore gun, advanced fire control system, automatic transmission, and a powerful engine. The platform was designed to NATO standards and has been in service with the South Korean military since the late 1990s. The K2GF (Gap Filler) variant acquired by Poland represents an interim solution in South Korean configuration, selected to address urgent tank requirements. The subsequently developed K2PL variant is planned as the final version, adapted with additional protection and systems tailored to Poland's specific operational needs.

Poland's Ministry of National Defence indicated that work continues to develop Poland's domestic maintenance and repair capabilities for the K2 platform. Bumar-Łabędy facilities are being prepared to establish final assembly competency for K2PL tanks and transfer specific maintenance and repair skills to Poland's defence industry. Technology transfer, infrastructure preparation, and personnel training efforts are ongoing. Under two implementation agreements with South Korea, Poland plans to procure a total of 360 K2 tanks and over 80 support vehicles. To date, more than 200 K2 tanks have been delivered to Poland.

In the international defence sector context, motor and power transmission system failures are common challenges in main battle tank operations. Similar platforms encounter comparable technical difficulties based on operational conditions and environmental variables. Warsaw Regional Prosecutor's Office closed an investigation into alleged irregularities in consulting services related to K2 tank sales to Poland. The investigation examined invoices totalling 34 million zloty (approximately 8.65 million dollars) issued by two Polish consulting firms to a South Korean company. Prosecutors concluded that insufficient evidence existed to demonstrate that consulting services were not actually provided or that public funds were harmed.