{"id":164069,"date":"2025-08-20T08:44:05","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T08:44:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/its-not-that-russia-lacks-artillery-rather-from-a-satellite-perspective-their-stockpile-of-armored-vehicles-seems-to-be-diminishing\/"},"modified":"2025-08-20T08:44:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T08:44:07","slug":"its-not-that-russia-lacks-artillery-rather-from-a-satellite-perspective-their-stockpile-of-armored-vehicles-seems-to-be-diminishing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/its-not-that-russia-lacks-artillery-rather-from-a-satellite-perspective-their-stockpile-of-armored-vehicles-seems-to-be-diminishing\/","title":{"rendered":"It’s not that Russia lacks artillery; rather, from a satellite perspective, their stockpile of armored vehicles seems to be diminishing."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On July 28, the Institute of the Kyiv School of Economy published a compelling study detailing the \u00a0depletion\u00a0 of weapons stored in Russia’s vast Soviet-era arsenals, which have been utilized since the onset of its invasion of Ukraine. This analysis pointedly illustrated that Russia’s military stores have been facing \u00a0critical shortages\u00a0.<\/p>\n

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Subsequent research has bolstered these findings with \u00a0graphic evidence\u00a0. A recent intelligence analysis conducted by Ukrainian experts, utilizing satellite imagery, confirmed that Russian tank reserves are in a \u00a0critical phase of exhaustion\u00a0. According to another study, the consistent extraction of armored vehicles, paired with a declining industrial capacity to restore them at a sufficient pace, has put significant \u00a0pressure on Moscow\u00a0 to sustain its efforts in Ukraine with modern combat vehicles.<\/p>\n

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In-depth monitoring of military deposits reveals that Russia is extracting about 20 \u00a0T-72B tanks\u00a0 monthly from key storage facilities. If this trend continues, analysts predict these stores could be \u00a0depleted\u00a0 by year\u2019s end, a shocking prospect that highlights the unsustainable nature of its current military strategy.<\/p>\n

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According to satellite images, one particularly affected site is the \u00a01311 deposit\u00a0, where monthly withdrawals of T-72B tanks are taking place. Notably concerning is the report that the \u00a0Uralvagonzavod plant\u00a0, Russia’s main tank factory, is facing severe constraints due to a lack of supply. Additional data indicates that the 1311 facility no longer houses \u00a0T-80BV tanks\u00a0, suggesting total depletion of that stockpile.<\/p>\n

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With stocks dwindling, the presence of older models such as the \u00a0T-55\u00a0 and \u00a0T-62\u00a0, dating back to the 1950s and 1960s, has surfaced from Omsktransash, a trend that emphasizes a \u00a0regression\u00a0 to nearly obsolete models.<\/p>\n

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The \u00a0industrial issues\u00a0 plaguing Russia further jeopardize its military capabilities. Reports indicate that Omsktransash struggles to maintain a \u00a0reasonable pace\u00a0 of vehicle restoration. The necessity to utilize infantry combat vehicles, initially not part of the strategic reserves, showcases the \u00a0improvised nature\u00a0 of Russia\u2019s military responses amidst the void of effective armor.<\/p>\n

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Moreover, the acute lack of modern artillery is unmistakable. Earlier assessments revealed that nearly \u00a0half of Russia’s towed artillery\u00a0 reserves have been consumed during the ongoing conflict, exacerbating the situation. The reactivation rate of artillery pieces has decayed to more than four times lower than recorded levels in 2022, confirming an inability to rebuild \u00a0ground firepower\u00a0.<\/p>\n

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The absence of strategic reserves raises further concern. Should the 1311 deposit become completely depleted, Russia will have to turn to \u00a0deposits 349 and 2544\u00a0, which house \u00a0T-72A models\u00a0. However, reports suggest that many of these tanks are in \u00a0poor condition\u00a0, limiting any effective military deployment.<\/p>\n

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Looking ahead, this trajectory is alarming: when these reserves run dry, Russia could rely predominantly on T-55 and T-62 tanks, which comprise a mere \u00a016% of their armored inventory\u00a0 before the Ukraine invasion. The drop in quality from third-generation to outdated models could severely impact operational efficacy.<\/p>\n

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Furthermore, as noted in several reports, the decline in artillery compounds the situation. The deterioration of Russia’s military logistics has led to \u00a0de-mechanization\u00a0, shifting the focus from armored regiments to \u00a0infantry-centric units\u00a0 utilizing makeshift transportation.<\/p>\n

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This situation doesn\u2019t imply an immediate loss for Russia but does limit its ability to transform tactical advances into significant gains against Ukrainian forces, which continue to be resilient despite facing extensive assaults.<\/p>\n

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In conclusion, the complexities surrounding Russia\u2019s military are indicative of a \u00a0structural limit\u00a0 in their operational capacity. The initial abundance of Soviet-era reserves is rapidly dwindling, forcing the military to rely on outdated equipment that is ill-suited for contemporary warfare. Each deployment of older tanks not only compromises effectiveness but also \u00a0increases risks\u00a0 for personnel in combat scenarios. The loss of modern armored assets will diminish the \u00a0offensive capacity\u00a0, demanding a reevaluation of assault strategies by Russian leadership.<\/p>\n

Image | Google Maps, Jompy\/X, Alan Wilson<\/a><\/p>\n

In Xataka | The war in Ukraine is an evolving scenario, highlighting the resilience and resolve of both Ukraine and Russia as they navigate these tumultuous waters.<\/p>\n


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