ウクライナ軍のM1A1エイブラムス戦車、最初の損失か？ 炎上する画像と動画が拡散

Summary

The video script discusses the deployment and potential damage of M1A1 Abrams tanks provided by the United States to the Ukrainian military. The tanks were reportedly deployed in February in the eastern region of Ukraine, where the 47th Battalion faced intense combat. Despite recent footage showing the tanks in action, images and videos have now emerged that suggest the first M1A1 Abrams tank may have been damaged. The damage is believed to have been caused by a suicide drone attack from the Russian 15th Independent Motorized Rifle Brigade. While the exact extent of the damage and the condition of the crew remain unclear, the activation of the tank's blow-out panels indicates a high likelihood of the crew surviving. The video also mentions the provision of other tanks such as the German Leopard 2 and the British Challenger 2 to Ukraine, and the challenges faced by the Ukrainian military due to a shortage of artillery shells. It concludes with the mention of support from the Czech Republic and the EU in providing ammunition.

Takeaways

• 🚩 The M1A1 Abrams tanks, shared by the U.S. with the Ukrainian military, have reportedly sustained damage for the first time, with images and videos of the damage spreading.
• 🗓️ The M1A1 Abrams tanks were deployed to the largest battle area in Eastern Ukraine, near Avdiivka, in February of this year.
• ➡️ Ukrainian forces had retreated from Avdiivka in mid-February but were building new defensive positions, with the M1 Abrams tanks continuing to participate in combat.
• 🔥 The first footage of an M1 Abrams tank in combat was released just a few days ago, followed by the release of the first images and videos of damage.
• 💥 The damaged M1A1 Abrams tank was reportedly hit by a suicide drone attack from the Russian 15th Independent Motorized Rifle Brigade deployed in Avdiivka.
• 📸 The images show the tank with multiple fires on the upper hull, but the exact extent of the damage is not clear from the available footage.
• 🧯 The blow-out panel of the damaged tank was open, suggesting potential damage inside the vehicle or the possibility that a shell had detonated.
• 🤔 The condition of the crew is unknown, but the functioning blow-out panel suggests a higher likelihood that the crew survived the attack.
• 🚧 The extent of the vehicle's damage cannot be conclusively determined from the available images and videos, as there is no footage of the attack moment or clear post-attack imagery.
• 🔢 The U.S. has provided 31 M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, which are a generation older than the current M1A2 model used by the U.S. military but are equipped with advanced situational awareness systems.
• ⚙️ The Ukrainian M1A1 Abrams tanks have been upgraded with the M19 reactive armor tile set, known as Explosive Reactive Armor, enhancing their protection.
• 🌍 Other tanks provided to the Ukrainian military include the German-made Leopard 2 and the British-made Challenger 2, with the latter being considered one of the strongest units in Ukraine.

Q & A

What is the M1A1 Abrams tank?

The M1A1 Abrams is a generation-old model of the main battle tank currently used by the U.S. military, which has been provided to the Ukrainian military. It is equipped with situational awareness improvements, commander's sights, and night vision devices, and features enhanced protection with the M19 Abrams Reactive Armor Tile add-on.

When were the M1A1 Abrams tanks deployed to Ukraine?

The M1A1 Abrams tanks were deployed to Ukraine in February of the current year, specifically to the largest battle zone in the eastern part of the country.

What happened to the M1A1 Abrams tanks in Ukraine?

The M1A1 Abrams tanks have been engaged in combat, and recently, images and footage of what is believed to be the first damage to these tanks have been spreading. One such tank was reportedly attacked by a suicide drone from the Russian 15th Independent Motorized Rifle Brigade.

What kind of damage was observed on the M1A1 Abrams tanks?

The damage observed included multiple locations on the upper hull where fire was seen, and the blow-out panel was open, suggesting potential internal damage or the possibility that a projectile had been deflected.

What is the significance of the blow-out panel being open on the M1A1 Abrams tank?

The blow-out panel being open suggests that it functioned as designed, which increases the likelihood that the crew survived the attack, as it is a safety feature to relieve the pressure from an internal explosion.

How many M1A1 Abrams tanks have been provided to Ukraine by the United States?

The United States has provided 31 M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine.

What other types of tanks are being used by the Ukrainian military?

In addition to the M1 Abrams, the Ukrainian military is also using German-made Leopard 2 and British-made Challenger 2 tanks.

What has been the impact of the Leopard 2 tanks in Ukraine?

The Leopard 2 tanks were quickly deployed to the southern battle zone of Zaporizhzhia in early June of the previous year. However, some have been confirmed to be destroyed or damaged due to anti-tank mines and attacks.

How many Challenger 2 tanks have been provided to Ukraine by the UK?

The UK has provided 14 Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine, with only one reported damage so far.

What is the current situation regarding artillery shells for the Ukrainian military?

The Ukrainian military has been facing a shortage of artillery shells, leading to a disadvantaged position in ground combat against the Russian military. However, the Czech Republic has announced the provision of 800,000 shells, and the EU is preparing 1 million shells, expected to arrive in the spring.

What is the significance of the footage and images of the damaged M1A1 Abrams tank?

The footage and images are significant as they provide visual evidence of the combat engagement and potential vulnerabilities of the M1A1 Abrams tank in the Ukrainian conflict. However, without clear footage of the attack or post-attack state, a definitive conclusion on the extent of the damage cannot be made.

What are the limitations of the provided footage and images regarding the assessment of the M1A1 Abrams tank's damage?

The limitations include the unclear and incomplete nature of the footage and images, which do not provide a full view of the attack or the aftermath. There is also no footage of the moment of attack, and the burning video does not clearly show the vehicle in question as an M1 Abrams tank.