U.S. delivers 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine

The United States has delivered 31 M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, starting at the end of September 2023. Vladimir Putin's forces are keenly focused on destroying these tanks using special anti-tank missiles.

Russian authorities have shifted the economy to a wartime footing. Though not all aspects benefit, this shift significantly boosts ammunition production capabilities.

Operating non-stop, Russian factories manage to produce approximately 250,000 artillery shells monthly, summing up to about 3 million annually. This output starkly contrasts with the combined efforts of the United States and certain European countries, which can only muster 1.2 million artillery shells annually for Ukraine.

Anti-tank missiles are crucial for the Russian army to combat tanks, especially targeting the Abrams tanks provided to Ukraine by its American allies.

Of the 31 American tanks received by Ukraine, only three have been confirmed as lost.

The M1A1 Abrams boasts an advanced vision system that can identify enemies from approximately 5 miles away. Nevertheless, Ukrainian forces have adjusted their tactics, deploying these tanks in direct combat against Russian forces, marking them as a high-priority target.

The M1A1 Abrams represents the earliest upgrade of the original Abrams tank used by the United States Army. Developed by General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) in 1985, it marked a significant improvement over its predecessor.

This tank version introduced enhancements such as better suspension, a revamped transmission, superior armor and a redesigned turret. It is universally acknowledged today as one of the most formidable tanks globally, with the versions supplied to Ukraine being further modernized.