Russia's T-62 Tank Modernization Programs: Ukraine Battlefield Impact

T-62 Tank Modernization: A Cold War Relic on the Modern Battlefield Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine has necessitated unconventional military strategies, including the surprising reintroduction and modernization of hundreds of Cold War-era T-62 main battle tanks (MBTs). This article analyzes the motivations behind this program, the nature of the upgrades, and their effectiveness in the face of modern anti-tank weaponry. The deployment of these upgraded T-62s raises crucial questions about Russia's military industrial capacity and its strategic outlook....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 592 words · Timothy Knight