22 JULY 2023
The Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are now armed with one of the best modern tanks in the world, the Challenger 2, and are using it effectively.
Source: Ukrainian Air Assault Forces Command
Details: The paratroopers demonstrated manoeuvres with the UK-provided weapon and shared their impressions of using the tank.
The video shows a 1991 model, which uses 120-calibre ammunition of two types: armour-piercing and high-explosive fragmentation. The tank is distinguished by its excellent cross-country ability, manoeuvrability, and a firepower of up to 10 km, it has a night sight and a laser rangefinder.
“The impressions are great, both in training and in action,” the paratroopers note.
Background: In May 2023, the United Kingdom confirmed that all the promised Challenger 2 tanks are already on the territory of Ukraine.
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“The Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are now armed with one of the best modern tanks in the world, the Challenger 2, and are using it effectively.”
That’s good news. I think that the AFU wants to be sure that using these tanks is worth it, since they are powerful and there are not that many available. So, this might mean there’s a gap in orc defenses. At least, I hope so. But, let’s not hope for any miracles. Even the Challengers are not immune to minefields and massive artillery fire.
Mighty fine tank! I’m highly confident in AFUs ability to wield them effectively thereby taking advantage of opportunities presented and utilizing their full potential on the battlefield.