Russia "revives" more T-62 tanks as the battlefield becomes increasingly fierce

Russia continues a large-scale effort to restore its aging T-62 tank fleet, bringing decades-old vehicles back into combat in Ukraine.

Recent photos and videos circulating on social media show Russian military trains transporting T-62 tanks from storage to industrial plants, where they will be repaired and upgraded before being deployed back to the battlefield in Ukraine. Photo: @militarnyi.

These tanks, first introduced into Soviet service in 1961, are among the oldest platforms that Russia is re-equipping for the battlefield in Ukraine. Photo: @militarnyi.

The T-62 underwent a major modernization in the 1980s, when Soviet engineers equipped the tank with a more powerful engine, improved fire control systems, and added defensive upgrades. Photo: @militarnyi.

Now, Russian industry is working to extend the life of these outdated tanks once again. Photo: @19FortyFive.

According to available data, the Russian defense industry has refurbished and delivered more than 300 T-62 tanks to the Russian military forces in Ukraine. Photo: @19FortyFive.

Despite these efforts, losses remain high. Photos and videos confirmed since the full-scale offensive began in 2022 show that Russia has lost more than 150 T-62 tanks in Ukraine. Photo: @19FortyFive.

The open-source intelligence group Oryx has documented the destruction, capture, or abandonment of 4,100 Russian tanks of various types throughout the war. The list includes some of Russia’s newest main battle tanks, such as the T-90M, as well as classic designs like the T-54 and T-55. Photo: @19FortyFive.

The return of the T-62 highlights the pressure on the Russian defense industry. Photo: @19FortyFive.

With tank production lines unable to make up for battlefield losses at a rapid pace, Moscow was forced to withdraw older tanks from long-term storage and refurbish them before deploying them on the Ukrainian battlefield. Photo: @19FortyFive.

Military analysts note that the T-62 is not suited to modern armored warfare, where advanced firepower, sensors, and protection are crucial. Instead, the tank is often used in secondary roles, including fire support against light armored vehicles, fortifications, and infantry positions. Photo: @19FortyFive.

For Ukraine, the return of the T-62 is both a challenge and an opportunity. Photo: @19FortyFive.

While these tanks are far less capable than modern Western tank systems like the Leopard 2 or M1 Abrams, their numbers give Russia increased ability to maintain pressure on multiple fronts. At the same time, their weaknesses make them more vulnerable to Ukrainian anti-tank weapons, drones, and artillery. Photo: @19FortyFive.

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