Ukraine’s tanks are fighting from kilometers back. A 1960s Soviet model does that nearly as well
Ukraine captured more than 40 T-62Ms from Russia, mostly during the 2022 counteroffensives, and has not registered a confirmed combat loss since.
For over half a century, Soviet-era T-62Ms have played a pivotal role in Ukraine's military. Despite being outdated compared to modern tanks, these 1960s models still hold their ground on the battlefield. In a twist of fate, Ukraine is utilizing captured T-62Ms from Russia to bolster its tank force. Ukraine's 110th Mechanized Brigade, for instance, temporarily fielded T-62Ms before transitioning to newer T-64BVs.
The main advantage of the T-62M lies in its 115-millimeter main gun, which is manually loaded by a crew member. This is a stark contrast to the more advanced T-64BV, which has a 125-millimeter, fast-loading gun. Despite their age, the T-62Ms continue to provide Ukraine with bulk and firepower, especially in units that struggle to deploy newer tanks.
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