Russian experts from the state-owned corporation Rostec claim to have discovered significant vulnerabilities in the German-made Leopard 2 tanks captured during combat in Ukraine.
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According to technical analysis, the armor and internal layout of these vehicles may not be suitable for the demands of modern battlefields.
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“The Leopard 2 tank, studied by our specialists, revealed vulnerabilities in its defense. These are related to both the thickness and composition of the armor and the internal layout of the combat vehicle,” stated Rostec. The corporation points out that the Leopard 2’s protection was designed for conventional threats of past decades and lacks optimal resistance to drones armed with shaped-charge warheads and modern anti-tank missiles.
It is important to note that Rostec is a Russian state defense company, and thus its analysis reflects a viewpoint aligned with the Kremlin’s strategic interests. Independent analysts do not consider these assessments impartial.
The disclosure comes after the publication of a video by the Russian Ministry of Defense, in which drone operators from the Rubicon Center are shown taking down a Leopard tank belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the village of Stepanovka in the Donetsk region.
In addition to the Leopard 2, the Kyiv government also operates older variants such as the Leopard 1, which according to the Russians, “have lost much of their combat effectiveness.”
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According to the state corporation, Russian tanks such as the T-72B3M, T-80BVM, and T-90M perform better in modern combat scenarios, with reinforced protection against drones and anti-tank missiles. These vehicles are reportedly equipped with slat armor, reactive armor, and electronic warfare systems.
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“There are dozens of known combat episodes in which Russian tanks withstood multiple attacks from different directions while maintaining combat capability,” the corporation stated.
Rostec also emphasized that it continues to develop active protection systems and domestic technologies for electronic warfare, aiming to increase the survivability of its armored vehicles in high-intensity conflicts.
Russian video shows destruction of Leopard 2 and highlights vulnerabilities of the armored vehicle
Russian experts from the state-owned corporation Rostec claim to have discovered significant vulnerabilities in the German-made Leopard 2 tanks captured during combat in Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/ulbNIBLdiP
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Source: Rostec on Telegram @rostecru. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
