The Ukrainian military has completed a training programme on M1 Abrams tanks, and deliveries will begin shortly

By: Myroslav Trinko | 01.09.2023, 09:23

Ukrainian crews have undergone a training programme in Germany to use US M1 Abrams tanks.

Here's What We Know

The information was shared by Politico, citing its sources. We are talking about about 200 people. They are already ready to return to Ukraine. As for the supply of tanks, they will begin in mid-September. The first batch will include 10 tanks. They are currently undergoing final reconstruction in Germany. In total, the US will send 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine.

Flashback

M1 Abrams is the main battle tank of the USA, which is currently one of the heaviest tanks. Its combat mass exceeds 62 tonnes. The Abrams is a heavily armed, armoured, mobile combat vehicle designed to fight in a variety of environments.

Source: Politico