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ARTILLERY January 5, 2025

How Ukraine Made This Old French Tank Even More Deadly

Today, we’re diving into Ukraine’s creative use of the French-supplied AMX-10RC armored vehicles. Initially designed for reconnaissance and fire support, these light tanks have been repurposed into self-propelled artillery, proving once again why Ukraine is the MacGyver Army.In this video, I’ll cover:What Makes the AMX-10RC Unique: With its 105mm cannon, 360-degree turret, and hydro-pneumatic suspension, this 1970s vehicle was built for mobility and adaptability.Challenges in Combat: Early missteps showed the vehicle wasn’t cut out for head-on battles, but Ukrainian forces quickly adjusted tactics to maximize its firepower from safer distances.Ukraine’s Ingenuity: By transforming these “sniper rifles on wheels” into long-range fire support, the AMX-10RC has become a valuable asset on the modern battlefield.France’s Support: Beyond supplying 40 of these vehicles, France has also trained thousands of Ukrainian troops and provided billions in military aid, strengthening the ties between these two nations.The AMX-10RC may not rival a modern main battle tank, but its versatility shines in the hands of Ukraine’s resourceful soldiers. It’s a testament to both French engineering and Ukrainian adaptability in the fight against Russian aggression.If you’re as fascinated by military tech and battlefield innovation as I am, hit that subscribe button—we’re on the road to 50k subscribers!Vive la France. Glory to Ukraine. Slava Ukraini!

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