95 miles NW of Quitaque, TX | Yes but we sent the Abrams M1a1 with the oldest technology to Ukraine. Plus the Abrams tanks sucks fuel for the thirsty airplane engine. there have been some indications that we did not send the Abrams with the best armor or we pulled the good armor and sent those tanks with regular armor. This was to not let the Russians and Chinese see our best armor. Below is the Gemini review.
The United States delivered 31 Abrams M1A1 main battle tanks to Ukraine in late 2023 to combat Russian forces, with reports indicating a significant portion of these have since been damaged or destroyed. The tanks, which arrived in September 2023 and were deployed in early 2024, faced challenges from Russian drones, prompting some to be temporarily withdrawn from the front lines.
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Total Initial Commitment: 31 refurbished M1A1 Abrams tanks were sent to bolster Ukrainian forces, primarily used by the 47th Mechanized Brigade.
Operational Impact: Despite high expectations, the tanks have struggled to make a major impact due to the proliferation of Russian drone,, surveillance, and anti-tank weapons.
Logistical Challenges: The Abrams tanks are notoriously difficult to maintain, requiring complex logistics for their 1,500-horsepower turbine engines, which operate on jet fuel.
Subsequent Deliveries: As of early 2026, reports suggested that more tanks from international partners (bringing the total to over 100) have arrived, though questions persist regarding their long-term sustainability.
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