“To hold such a wide front line, the Ukrainian army needs armored vehicles, and this is key for troop mobility,” Lecornu said. According to the minister, although VAB is an old technique, it “still works” and can be useful for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The transfer of hundreds of armored vehicles is planned for 2024 and the beginning of 2025.
In addition to armored vehicles, France will also send a new batch of Aster 30 missiles to Ukraine for SAMP/T Mamba anti-aircraft missile systems. This decision was taken in response to requests for assistance in strengthening Kiev’s air defenses.
The VAB armored personnel carrier was developed in France in the 1970s. He has been serving in the French army since 1976. The VAB has a 4×4 wheel arrangement and can carry up to 10 people. The armored personnel carrier is equipped with a 7.62 mm machine gun.
Source: Ferra
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