The training of personnel on the Leopard tanks is well under way in Poland. Norwegian soldiers and officers are in place to train Ukrainians before they go into the war. news is allowed to take part in the training, but cannot state where in Poland the training is taking place for security reasons. This is one of the Leopard 2s from the Norwegian Defense Forces that Ukrainian soldiers train on in Poland. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news Serhiey is a tank commander and is one of those who will soon return to his homeland and fight with his life as an effort from the tower of a tank provided by the Norwegian Defense Forces. – I have fought together with my fellow soldiers for a long time. Our tanks are old and decommissioned. – Our mechanics “worked magic” to keep the tanks operational. The head of the Norwegian instructors is called Thomas. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news The commander of the Norwegian instructors “Thomas” says that he is very impressed by the Ukrainian soldiers’ commitment and “willingness”. – The people we train here have pretty intense stories to tell from the war. Nevertheless, they are able to motivate themselves for further struggle and that makes an impression, says “Thomas”. Norwegian Sina trains Ukrainians on the Leopard 2. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news The Ukrainians know that they will be put to great tests in the war in their home country, which could put their lives in danger. – I feel a responsibility Norwegian “Sina” shows a Ukrainian soldier how to load and make a tank grenade ready for firing. – I feel a responsibility when I train Ukrainian soldiers – because they are going to war – and many of them straight to the front. It is then important that they do the job efficiently. Serhiey is a Ukrainian tank commander. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news Serhiey is delighted to receive training on new Leopard tanks. – The Norwegians have developed a special course tailored for us. The cooperation is great, the only challenge is the language barrier, says the Ukrainian in black uniform from the stormtrooper brigade in his home country. – We need these tanks. He knows that the tanks can be absolutely decisive in the war in his home country. – We have to get this training done quickly. We need these tanks. Ukraine needs several hundred tanks to win the war, to be free, says the Ukrainian to news. The tank commander has the plan ready for what will happen after the liberation. – When the war is won, we will invite our Norwegian friends to celebrate with us in a free Ukraine, says Serhiey to news in Poland. There are tanks of the type Leopard 2A4 Norway will send to the war in Ukraine. Norway has 36 pieces. Simulator Because the ammunition for a Leopard tank is very expensive, much of the training takes place in a simulator. A grenade costs NOK 30,000. Tank simulator. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news Parts of the training also take place in complete darkness. With infrared sights, the Ukrainians can fight both day and night. The turret is also gyro-stabilised so that you can aim at the enemy for a longer period of time. Norwegian tanks in place Norway has 36 Leopard 2A4 tanks. Eight Norwegian tanks of the Leopard 2 type are in place in Ukraine. This was confirmed by the Norwegian Defense Forces in a press release on 20 March. In addition to the eight tanks and support vehicles that have been donated, Norway provides earmarked funds for ammunition and spare parts. New technology and simulator training in Poland with Norwegian instructors. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news – For Ukraine, the donation of tanks will be decisive for their ability to carry out offensive operations and take back the lands occupied by Russia, said Lieutenant Colonel Lars Jansen. He is commander of the Armored Battalion at Setermoen in Troms and has in-depth knowledge of the tanks that have now been donated. The tanks can engage targets up to 4,000 meters away. Norway Early on 25 January, Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (Sp) confirmed that Norway will send tanks to Ukraine. – Now tanks have become very sought after. Norway and the government support the donation of tanks to Ukraine. Norway must be involved, says Gram. A Norwegian tank on its way into the venerable Antonov transport aircraft. Photo: Onar Dignernes Aase / The Armed Forces – It will be supported by training of Ukrainian soldiers and funding. In sum, we must support Ukraine as best as possible in a defensive battle, says Gram. There has been a discussion about whether giving away tanks weakens Norway’s security. Gram replies that it is important for Norway’s security to stop Putin. Germany has sent modern version Germany will send a total of 18 German Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius announced on 27 March. – Germany is increasing the number of tanks sent to Ukraine from 14 to 18, he said. The country will send tanks of the Leopard 2A6 type from the German Armed Forces’ warehouse. A number of countries have promised to supply tanks to Ukraine, most often Leopards. It is the types 2A4, 2A5 and 2A6 in particular that are of interest to the Ukrainians. These are the most modern German tanks. Pistorius has also promised that Ukraine will get over 100 Leopard 1 tanks – an older model. In total, there may be as many as 178 of the older type. New technology and use of simulator. Photo: Andras D. Hajdu / news British Challenger tanks British Challenger tanks have arrived in Ukraine from Great Britain, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence. – They have all reached Ukraine, says spokeswoman Iryna Zolotar to the AFP news agency. The British government announced in January that Ukraine would receive British-made Challenger tanks. Britain’s Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has also pledged to increase production of artillery shells to help Ukraine beat back Russian forces. The announcement of the delivery from Great Britain came on the same day that Germany says it has delivered 18 Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine. Three Leopard tanks from Portugal are also in the country. The Norwegian Leopard tanks have been through an extensive preparation process. Photo: Onar Dignernes Aase/Forsvaret
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