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Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, tank warfare and anti-tank operations have been pivotal. The Russian Federation has suffered significant losses, with over 11,344 tanks eliminated. The Ukrainian Defense Forces have skillfully targeted and destroyed these armoured vehicles, including mines and UAV strikes. Video reports frequently document these engagements, like the dramatic moment a Russian tank detonated on a Ukrainian mine. Such incidents highlight Ukraine's capability in armoured warfare and the effectiveness of their anti-tank strategies. The ongoing conflict demonstrates the deadly and strategic role tanks play in modern warfare.

What is the total number of Russian tanks destroyed in Ukraine?

As of the last report, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have destroyed over 11,344 Russian tanks during the ongoing conflict. This significant loss highlights the effectiveness of Ukraine's anti-tank strategies, including the use of mines, drones, and other advanced military tactics.

How do Ukrainian forces primarily destroy Russian tanks?

Ukrainian forces utilize various methods to destroy Russian tanks, including deploying anti-tank mines, guided missiles, and UAVs. The use of drones for surveillance and targeted strikes has been particularly noted for its effectiveness in neutralizing armoured threats in real-time combat scenarios.

What role do drone strikes play in tank operations in Ukraine?

Drone strikes play a crucial role in anti-tank operations in Ukraine. They allow for precise and timely targeting of Russian tanks, often being used to pinpoint and destroy armored vehicles via direct attacks or by guiding artillery fire. These UAV operations enhance situational awareness and strike efficacy.

Are there any notable anti-tank incidents involving Ukrainian forces?

Many notable incidents highlight Ukraine's effective anti-tank operations. For example, video footage captured moments such as Russian tanks hitting mines or being targeted by drones. These operations often lead to significant Russian losses, showcasing Ukrainian forces' tactical proficiency in modern warfare.

What impact has the destruction of Russian tanks had on their military capabilities?

The significant destruction of over 11,344 Russian tanks has substantially weakened their armoured capabilities, impacting their operational effectiveness and morale. It forces Russia to revert to older models like the T-62 and reconsider their strategic deployment of armored units in the conflict.

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war Ukrainian fighters foil occupiers’ tank evacuation, destroy armored recovery vehicle. VIDEO Drone operators from the "Ivan Franko Group" unit in the Donetsk region foiled the evacuation of a Russian tank. The occupiers attempted to retrieve their damaged tank using an armored recovery vehicle. After hooking up the tank, they tried to tow it away — but drone pilots intervened and struck the enemy ARV. 5 593 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

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drone destroyed tank Russian reveals technical details of Ukrainian heavy drone that destroyed tank and demining vehicle: "When this thing hits, it’s going to f#ck you up". VIDEO A video was posted online showing the occupier filming the result of the combat work of a heavy Ukrainian drone operator. 27 399 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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Australian Abrams for Ukraine 49 M1A1 Abrams tanks, which Australia was supposed to transfer to Ukraine, still remain in country - ABC The decommissioned tanks that the Australian government promised to give to Ukraine last year have not yet left the country, partly due to the lack of permission from the United States. 4 469 18 Previously in trend: Transfer of Abrams to Ukraine

Drone flies into Russian tank Operators of Bombus Group drone unit destroyed two BM-21 Grad MLRSs, two tanks, and two IFVs. VIDEO Drone operators from the Bombus Group unit destroyed six Russian military vehicles - two BM-21 Grad MLRS, two tanks and two IFVs. 1 896 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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Ukrainian shell a moment before hitting Russian tank Ukrainian tankers determine winner in battle with crew of enemy tank with one shot. VIDEO A video showing a battle between Ukrainian tankers and a Russian tank was posted online. 18 388 56 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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Russian tank Russian T-80BVM Tank explodes after being hit by Ukrainian FPV drone. VIDEO Detonation of a scarce Russian T-80BVM tank after a hit by a Ukrainian FPV drone 5 935 16 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment

Russian anti-drone technology Drone operators destroying enemy "super turtle tank" and chasing its crew through weeds. VIDEO Drone operators destroyed a tank that had "state-of-the-art" Russian anti-drone defences and killed its crew in the Donetsk sector. 11 282 21 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

war Soldiers of 92nd SAB destroy Russian T-90M tank, "loaf" and machine gunner’s firing position in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Soldiers of the 429th separate regiment of "Achilles" unmanned aerial systems of the 92nd separate assault brigade in Kharkiv region destroyed a Russian T-90M tank, a "loaf" and a machine gunner's firing position. The attack drones also hit another occupiers' tank. 5 379 5 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Soldiers of 3rd Separate Assault Brigade destroyed Russian tank that was on its way to storm our positions in Kharkiv region with kamikaze drone. VIDEO Soldiers of the unmanned systems battalion of the 3rd separate assault brigade stopped and destroyed an enemy tank in Kharkiv region. 4 057 7 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Prince William rides a tank near the border with Russia in Estonia Prince William rides Challenger tank near Russian border during visit to Estonia. PHOTOS Prince William of Wales joined British troops in a field exercise at a NATO base in Estonia and rode a Challenger 2 tank near the Russian border. 10 302 57 Previously in trend: Prince William rides a tank near the border with Russia

drones destroyed a tank Ukrainian drones chased Russian tank into field. VIDEO Drone operators from the 112th Territorial Defense Brigade chased a Russian tank across a field. 8 517 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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destruction of enemy convoy Destruction of enemy convoy of four "shed"-tanks in Toretsk sector. VIDEO Soldiers of the 28th separate mechanised brigade named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign destroyed an enemy column of four shed tanks in the Toretsk sector. 8 523 7 Previously in trend: War Battles for Toretsk Situation in the Toretsk direction

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drone destroying Russian tank Russian tank disappears in flames after drone attack. VIDEO Drone operators of the 8th Regiment of the SOF destroyed a Russian tank in the Kharkiv area. 9 053 16 Previously in trend: War Hostilities in Kharkiv region

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occupiers’ assault Soldiers of 77th SAB repelled assault by RF army in Kupiansk direction and destroyed 3 AFVs and tank. VIDEO The soldiers of the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade of the Dnieper Ukraine Air Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian AF repelled another attack by the Russian army in the Kupiansk direction. 3 221 4 Previously in trend: War

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A Russian tank runs over its assaultman Russian tank crushes its assaultman during attack on Ukrainian positions. VIDEO A video showing a Russian tank crushing its assaultman during a combat manoeuvre was posted online. 12 294 24 Previously in trend: War

Russian jumps out of a burning tank Engulfed in flames, occupier jumps out of burning, state-of-art Russian T-90M "Proryv" tank. VIDEO A video showing the detonation of an ammunition load from Russia's latest T-90M Proryv ("Breakthrough") tank in the Donetsk direction has been posted online. 15 590 35

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a drone payload drop sets a tank on fire Drone operator from Charter Brigade set Russian T-80 tank on fire with precise payload drop. VIDEO A drone operator from the 13th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine's Charter successfully attacked and set a Russian T-80 tank on fire in the Kharkiv region. 4 906 2

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destruction of enemy tank Drones destroyed Russian tank that occupiers were transporting on lowboy trailer. VIDEO Drone operators of the 53rd Prince Volodymyr Monomakh Mechanized Brigade destroyed a Russian tank that the occupiers were transporting by truck in Varvarovka, Donetsk region. 10 270 37

Shevchenko Russian tank crewman shows main route of occupiers’ assault on Shevchenko village and his tank destroyed by drones. VIDEO A Russian tank crewman complains about the destruction of his T-62 tank by Ukrainian drones and shows the main route of the occupiers' assault groups from the village of Zhovte to the village of Shevchenko. 11 866 10 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

German leopard with Ukrainian crew near Kurakhove Ukrainian tankers on German Leopard 2A4 destroying enemy column of five armoured vehicles. VIDEO of battle The Ukrainian crew of a German Leopard 2A4 tank destroyed a Russian armoured convoy near Kurakhove in Donetsk region. 23 330 79

detonation of the ammunition Detonation of Russian tank ammunition hidden in shed by occupiers. VIDEO Soldiers of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk detected a Russian tank that the occupiers were hiding in a shed. A kamikaze drone flew into the building and destroyed the enemy armoured vehicle. 9 420 4 Previously in trend: War

Russian army’s equipment Ukrainian defenders destroy tank, 2 armoured personnel carriers, D-30 howitzer and 3 occupiers’ vehicles in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Soldiers of the "Phoenix" unit of the "Pomsta" brigade destroyed a number of important military targets in the Kharkiv region in the Kupyansk sector: a tank, 2 armoured combat vehicles, a D-30 howitzer and 3 occupiers' vehicles. 1 558 2 Previously in trend: War

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T-80 tank Soldiers of National Guard Brigade "Khartia" destroyed Russian T-80 tank in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Soldiers of the 13th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia" destroyed a Russian T-80 tank in Kharkiv region. 3 744 2 Previously in trend: War

Drones hovering over a Russian tank Ukrainian drones hover over enemy tank racing down field road. VIDEO Drone operators from the Phoenix unit of the Pomsta (Revenge) Offensive Guard Brigade of the State Border Guard Service destroyed an enemy tank moving across the field. 11 374 13

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