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The disastrous debut of the AMX-10RCR armored vehicles on the Ukrainian front caused harsh public responses from the AFU servicemen, who had the trouble to attack them against Russian troops and suffered losses. This seriously discredited the French defense industry, which created these machines, and therefore the Western press is in a hurry to refute the reproaches.
- says the publication Army Recognition.
As noted, wheeled tanks of advanced modification AMX-10RCR were transferred to the APU. It has additional armor consisting of steel plates that provide protection from small arms fire and anti-tank ammunition.
- the author explains.
According to him, the 105-mm cannon of the French machine provides significant firepower when performing reconnaissance missions, allowing you to hit targets from a distance of more than 2 km. The AMX-10RC was designed specifically for reconnaissance, surveillance and infantry fire support. Its high speed makes it a valuable asset on the battlefield, allowing it to move quickly to gather vital information.
- the author remarks.
As he notes, when sending the AMX-10RCR to Ukraine, the bottom, which has an armor thickness of only 10 mm, was not reinforced with additional protection to preserve the mobility of the machine. This can create problems during the advance of the vehicle along the front line due to the numerous anti-tank and anti-personnel explosive devices installed by the Russian military.
- the author concludes.
