On September 27, the Russian Ministry of Defense released a video highlighting the training of crews operating the newest T-90M “Proryv” tanks, deployed by the “Center” troop grouping.
According to the ministry, the exercises took place at a training ground located in the rear of the war zone with Ukraine, in what Russia calls the “special military operation” zone.
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The tank crews practiced the “fire advance” technique, a maneuver that combines offensive movement with successive firing at simulated targets. They also trained in the use of concealed firing positions, taking advantage of terrain features and fortifications to enhance protection and responsiveness.
Importance of the T-90M “Proryv”
Regarded as the most advanced tank in service with the Russian Army, the T-90M is a modernized version of the T-90, featuring Relikt explosive reactive armor, an upgraded fire-control system, active protection against anti-tank missiles, and a 125 mm gun capable of firing various types of ammunition, including guided missiles.
However, despite its technological improvements, the T-90M has suffered high loss rates on the battlefield, particularly against the widespread use of Ukrainian kamikaze drones and FPV drones. Independent reports and open-source intelligence analyses indicate that dozens of units have already been destroyed or severely damaged by drone strikes, exposing the vulnerability of even the most modern tanks in the era of drone warfare.
Strategic context
Military analysts interpret the recent training exercises as an attempt to improve crew survivability and adapt the use of armored vehicles to current realities, where unmanned aerial threats have become one of the main challenges for mechanized forces.
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Source and images: Russian Ministry of Defense | Telegram @mod_russia. This content was created with AI assistance and reviewed by the editorial team.
