The vehicle’s capabilities include recovering damaged armored vehicles, performing field repairs, clearing obstacles, and conducting earthworks to prepare defensive positions.
A closer look at the vehicle’s designation reveals its Polish origin. The WZT-3 is a Polish-designed ARV based on the T-72, while its WZT-3M modification derives from the PT-91 Twardy. Until recently, there had been no reports of these vehicles being supplied to Ukraine by Poland.
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Information about Poland’s defense aid to Ukraine has often been fragmented. However, it was recently disclosed that Poland has delivered 324 tanks, 400 BMP-1s, 14 MiG-29s, and now, the WZT-3 ARVs. This additional support equipment highlights the importance of logistical aid in effectively countering russian forces.
The availability of armored recovery vehicles like the WZT-3 enables the evacuation of damaged equipment from the battlefield, ensuring its repair and reuse. Moreover, the WZT-3’s ability to carry out engineering tasks, such as fortifying defensive positions, emphasizes its value to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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