Russia using more and more Soviet (pre1991) equipment is a strong argument for 🇩🇪 to donate remaining #Leopard1 MBT to 🇺🇦.
https://twitter.com/ragnarbjartur/status/1555839956509138944
1️⃣ Yes, the Leopard 1 is outdated compared to more modern 🇷🇺 MBT, but the chance of encountering them is shrinking.
2️⃣ While outdated as MBT, the Leopard1 still makes a useful fire support vehicle: an accurate gun and good optics.
It will have to be used more cautiously than an MBT, due to thin armour. However, it doesn't burn like a matchbox if hit.
It will have to be used more cautiously than an MBT, due to thin armour. However, it doesn't burn like a matchbox if hit.
3️⃣ For the #Gepard, 🇺🇦 had to be trained to service the Leopard chassis anyway.
4️⃣ These tanks will either be donated or scrapped. There is no chance to include them in a swap deal within NATO.
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