However since the end of the Cold War extensive research by historians in the Soviet and German archives have analysed records of the units that took part. In particular the fighting at Prokhorovka on the 12 th July is often reported to have involved anywhere from 1200 to 2000 tanks clashing at point blank range, resulting in the destruction of up to 1200 vehicles. We’re bringing the voice of Ukraine to the world.For decades the Battle of Kursk has been widely believed to be the largest tank battle in history. Read also: Russian invaders refusing to go on offensive in Vuhledar area en masseĪccording to Ukrainian commanders in Vuhledar, Russia had lost so many vehicles over last week that it changed tactics and resorted to mere infantry attacks in the area. The NYT writes that the lack of experience also hurt the Russians, as many of their most elite units were decimated in previous battles, with their ranks filled with untrained newly drafted soldiers. A scene of chaos and explosions ensues.”Īccording to him, Russian commanders sent armored columns forward due to the lack of other options against well-fortified Ukrainian positions, with little regard for how costly the approach is. “At that point, Ukrainian artillery opens fire, blowing up more armor and killing soldiers who clamber out of disabled machines. “Blown-up vehicles then act as impediments, slowing or stalling the column,” said Bayak. Read also: Ukraine to see decisive battles in spring, says Ukraine’s spy chief Vladyslav Bayak said that a column of tanks becomes most vulnerable after the shooting starts, as drivers panic and try to turn around, driving into landmines. The Armed Forces of Ukraine said Russia lost at least 130 tanks and armored personnel carriers in the battle. Ukrainian drone footage shows hulls of the Russian equipment, blown up by mines, hit by artillery, or destroyed by anti-tank missiles, now strewn across the fields near Vuhledar.
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