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The K1A1's unique compact configuration provides the tank with a low silhouette, total height of 2.25 m form the ground to the top of turret roof. It has a chassis ground clearance of 0.46 m, exceptionally high in comparison with other tanks. The K1A1 has a crew of four with the driver is seated front left, commander is seated on the right of the turret with the gunner below and forward of his position and the loader on the left.

The K1A1 is motorized with a turbo-charged 1,200 horsepower diesel engine MTU MB 871 Ka-501 providing a power to weight ratio of 22.6 hp/ton. The Renk LSG 3000 automatic transmission has a planetary gear train with 4 forward and 2 reverse speed modes.

The transmission is also equipped with a hydrodynamic torque converter. Shifting the automatic transmission through the various speed ranges requires only a slight force applied to the shift selector. This shifting arrangement allows the driver to concentrate completely on his driving and tactical maneuvers

In high gear, the K1A1 can attain a maximum road speed of approximately 65 km/h. The K1A1 can travel 500 km without refueling. To further enhance the K1Al's maneuvering capability, the vehicle can pivot around its vertical axis within its own length at the driver's discretion.

This maneuver is accomplished by permitting one track to move in the forward direction while reversing the other. Also, its ground pressure of 0.9 kg/cm2, which is equivalent to or lower than that of any 40 ton-class tank, enables it to successfully maneuver in swamp/marsh terrains.