France agreed to deliver the French-made AMX 10-RC light combat tanks to Ukraine
Article first published by Ministère des Armées / Publié le : 13 janvier 202315.02.2023
In early January, French president Emmanuel Macron committed to provide the Ukrainian forces with French armor, and the 1981 AMX10RC will arrive within 2 months. They have seen action in the Gulf War, Afghanistan and Sahel, and are equipped with a 105mm gun and 7.62mm machine guns. Their 6 wheels give them high mobility, speed and long range. They are particularly fitted for reconnaissance and fire support.
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