Thats correct you are right but keep in mind that both
13 Gemechaniseerde Brigade and 43 Gemechaniseerde Brigade have together 60 leoparts 2A6 so each brigade has 30 of them.
Anyway i agree we could use at least 60 more just to feel good.
On the other hand having these tanks costs alot, and in this case if we need 2A6 tanks than a few phone calls will deliver a complete batch of them.
So in case of need we can triple the amount within 36 hours.
Anyway in on this
page you will find a pdf file ( Dutch) that will explain that the total numbers of systems displayed on public pages do not match the reality.
Accoording to this pdf files the dutch armed forces will disband 30 leoparts like you said but it also will invest in some newer more upgraded and advanced systems.
It also shows that the dutch armed forces can call in additional support and main combat systems when needed.
So for me personally iam lost how big are the dutch forces and what do they really have?
Because regardless or iam right or not this pdf file tells the opposite story of every webpage that contains info about the dutch armed forces.
example: 1 page tells us the dutch armed forces are going to cut its numbers, and this pdf file tell a differend story it confirmes the fact that numbers will be reduced and at the same times it tells us that a great number of additional new units will be added to make sure that the defence of netherlands antilles is asured and that the dutch armed forces climb on the ladder to become one of worlds most advanced armies it also tells the story of increasing operational power and managment by adding new information systems and units for logistic's and direct fire support and so on.
So when i understand this pdf file correctly then the dutch forces will decrease with 25% and thats alot on all sections...
But at the same time preparations will be made to increase the dutch overal operation capabilities up to 60% anbove the current levels.
So this basicly increases the numbers of the dutch armed forces.
And on this point iam in great doubt because everyone tells a differend story but this pdf file really tests my judgement because it tells a complete differend story then everyone have said in thë past "dutch army" topic's here on this great forum.
So can someone please tell me what is the deal about the dutch forces.?