Russia plans to deploy T-14 Armata tanks in Ukraine – intelligence

Russia is likely considering deploying a small number of its new T-14 Armata battle tanks to Ukraine. However, the deployment of these machines will be a risky step on the part of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, says in a UK Department of Defense report dated 19 January.

British intelligence draws attention to the fact that at the end of December 2022, pictures appeared on the network showing T-14 tanks. on the territory of the training ground in the southern region of Russia. It is reported that this training ground is a place of preparation for military operations in Ukraine.

“Russian media have said that T-14s are being prepared for deployment. However, it is not clear whether Russia has moved the type to Ukraine. Any deployment of T-14s is likely to be a high-risk decision for Russia,” the statement said.

The Ministry of Defense noted that Armata has been under development for 11 years, but delays, a reduction in the planned size of the fleet and reports of production problems prevent the project from being fully implemented. In addition, an additional problem for the Russian armed forces is the adaptation of the logistics chain to the T-14, since the vehicle is larger and heavier than other Russian tanks.

“If Russia adopts the T-14, it will most likely be mainly for propaganda purposes. Production is likely to be only in the tens of units, and commanders are unlikely to trust this vehicle in combat,” summed up the British military.

Recall, on December 26, Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov announced the deployment of T-14 Armata tanks in the war against Ukraine. As an “announcement”, the Russian TV presenter published a pretentious video from the training grounds.

On the occasion of the “announcement” of Solovyov, Focus figured out can new technology affect the course of the war and how many units of this equipment are in service with the Russian army.