Russia currently fights in Ukraine using a variety of tanks. Here you'll find out about the T-72 T-90 T-80 T-62 and T-62. The main difference between these types of tanks is their firepower and speed. These tanks are designed for combat operations and are more suited for urban combat situations.
T-72
During the conflict in Ukraine, the T-72 tank has become a regular sight. Despite Russia's denial of sending these tanks into Ukraine in any way, the separatist forces within the region have captured many of such vehicles. The International Institute for Strategic Studies recently discovered video footage that shows a convoy containing Russian military vehicles.
T-90
The Russian Army uses a variety of combat vehicles to fight for control in the conflict between Ukraine, Russia. These vehicles can be modern, sophisticated or early Cold War-era vehicles. One example of such a vehicle is the T-90M tanks. Although the tank is currently in Ukrainian possession, it could provide interesting insight into Russian military tech.
T-80
The T-80 tank used by Russia in the Ukraine conflict was allegedly destroyed by Ukrainian Armed Forces. Oryx blog reports that the tank was destroyed in northeastern Ukraine, near Sumy Oblast. However, it's not clear how many of the tanks were actually destroyed. It doesn't matter what happened to the tank, but it is important that we remember it was used in an experimental capacity.
T-62
Recently, a number photographs have been taken of the T62 tank that Russia used to attack Ukraine. A train carrying the tanks arrived at a Ukrainian railway station earlier this year. Similar codes were used to mark the vehicles as those that appeared in Kherson Oblast recently with improvised armor.
T-62M
Russian military plans to reactivate over 800 Soviet-era T62 Tanks and upgrade them within the next three decades. This tank's cost-effectiveness is one reason for the upgrade and reactivation. It is easy to field in large numbers, and it is very affordable to modernise.
T-72B3
The T-72B3 tank has been used by russia in the conflict in Ukraine. Its improved design and new engine allow it to travel at 40 mph along paved roads. Additionally, it can travel 300 m on one tank charge. It looks very similar to the Ukrainian army's tanks.
T-72M
Russia's T-72M tank tanks suffered severe damage in the recent conflict in Ukraine. It was estimated that 580 of the tanks were destroyed, and there were around 15,000 Russian military personnel killed. It is not an easy task to replace tank-crews. It can take months or even a whole year to replace tank crews.