To: SpeedyInTexas
This is actually - shock - a good article from CNN. The points about the vulnerability of the Soviet/Russian auto-loading system is well known, and they also made a good point about crew losses and the difficulty of replacing them.
Of course, the Ukrainians are basically driving the same tanks, so....
To: Bruce Campbells Chin
the Ukrainians are basically driving the same tanks
correct
14 posted on
04/28/2022 8:57:22 AM PDT by
mylife
(It looks just like a telefunken U47... (===)
To: Bruce Campbells Chin
“Of course, the Ukrainians are basically driving the same tanks”
For now. The rumor mill is indicating that the US is slyly transferring 200-250 functional M1A1 tanks (with assorted upgrades) to Ukraine via Poland. This transfer is likely taking place right now.
I have not heard any indication that the Ukies would receive any M1A2 tanks.
The Ukies are also supposed to be getting an unknown number of LAV-25 combat vehicles. I have not heard any mention of them receiving any Brads.
34 posted on
04/28/2022 9:12:32 AM PDT by
MercyFlush
(The Soviet Empire is right now doing a dead cat bounce.)
To: Bruce Campbells Chin
well, just shoot slower and stow the ammo low.
PIA, but it overcomes this defect.
108 posted on
04/28/2022 1:23:47 PM PDT by
Jewbacca
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