Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now
Summary
Russian tanks equipped with the new Arena-M active protection system faced Ukrainian drone attacks in eastern Ukraine. While the system intercepted some drones, Ukrainian forces used many drones together to destroy several Russian tanks during the battle.Key Facts
- Russian tanks first used the Arena-M system, designed to shoot down incoming threats like drones, in battle on July 22 in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine.
- Ukrainian drones attacked in large numbers and destroyed at least seven Russian T-72B3A tanks, including some with Arena-M.
- The Arena-M system succeeded in shooting down some drones but needed many drones (15-20) to destroy each tank.
- Arena-M uses radar to detect and intercept threats such as rocket grenades and missiles.
- The system struggles to detect and stop slower and unpredictable small drones used by Ukraine.
- Ukrainian kamikaze drones cost about $400 each, making it affordable to attack expensive Russian tanks.
- Russian attempts to protect tanks with extra armor have limited mobility and effectiveness.
- The battle showed Russia is trying new ways to protect tanks but still faces challenges against drone swarms.
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