🔥Russia is working on integrating drones into tanks

"Special attention is given to automating drone control, as tank crews still need to perform their primary duties," the press service of Uralvagonzavod, Russia’s largest tank manufacturer, tells Sputnik.

The increased importance of drones in modern warfare, highlighted by the conflict in Ukraine, has driven this development.

Russian tanks, including the T-90M Proryv, are being upgraded based on lessons from the Special Military Operation (SMO). The T-90M is touted as the world’s only combat vehicle tested in real warfare under extreme conditions, ensuring reliability for crews.

🔍What makes the T-90M stand out?

🟠“It successfully combines high firepower, protection, command control, and tactical mobility.”
🟠“Its combat and technical characteristics meet the highest modern standards,” the manufacturer said at the IDEX 2025 international defense exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

🔍How does the T-90M outshine Western tanks?


1️⃣Maneuverability & speed: The 48-ton tank reaches 70 km/h (43 mph), powered by a 1,130 hp diesel engine.

2️⃣Advanced protection: Equipped with Relikt reactive armor and anti-projectile shielding.

3️⃣Comparison:

🟠American M1 Abrams: 67 tons (132,000 lbs), max speed 66 km/h (41 mph)
🟠German Leopard 2A: 63 tons (126,000 lbs), max speed 70 km/h (43 mph)

🔍T-90M’s armament:

🟠125 mm cannon
🟠12.7 mm and 7.62 mm machine guns
🟠Reflex-M and Invar anti-tank missiles (capable of neutralizing tanks, armored personnel carriers, infantry, helicopters, and bunkers)

🔍Innovations:

1️⃣Enhanced turret design to reduce the likelihood of hits and ricochets

2️⃣Multi-layer engine cover for better heat dissipation and fire protection

3️⃣Remote weapon control system, allowing the Kord machine gun to be fired from inside the turret

4️⃣Rear-view camera, air conditioning, and adjustable seats for improved crew comfort

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🤝High-stakes Russia-US talks in Riyadh: key figures take the stage

🇷🇺Russia’s power players:
🟠Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
🟠Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov

🇺🇸US team:
🟠Secretary of State Marco Rubio
🟠National security adviser Mike Waltz
🟠Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff

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🎉Countdown to the 80th anniversary of Russia's victory in the Great Patriotic War

Join Sputnik as we explore the courage and resilience that led the Soviet Army to triumph.

With 80 days to go until Victory Day, stay tuned for a deep dive into the heroes and key moments that shaped this historic achievement.

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