To meet the modern realities of war, Syrian T-72M1 tanks have been equipped with anti-drone protection. This is notable because its design closely resembles the "hood" used by the Ukrainian military.
A video circulating on social media shows a column of Syrian army equipment belonging to the new government that assumed control following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime. In addition to tanks, the column included infantry fighting vehicles, none of which were equipped with anti-drone protection.
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Overall, Ukraine's anti-drone protection for tanks and other armored vehicles, known as the "hood," has proven effective. Unlike many similar systems, it not only protects vulnerable areas but has minimal impact on the vehicle's functionality.
It is also easy to assemble, providing convenience for the crew during non-combat operations and allowing for quick removal if necessary. The effectiveness of the Ukrainian design has also been acknowledged in russian research.
Similar solutions were previously seen in China, though they existed only as patents from research institutions. There were notable additions, showing that the design was not an identical copy.
In Syria, the same protection appears on armored vehicles, virtually identical to the Ukrainian design, further confirming its effectiveness. However, the question remains as to how it was possible to copy it so accurately.
The most likely source is the Internet, where images of Ukrainian tanks and armored personnel carriers have frequently been published. Given the relative simplicity of the design, Syrian specialists could likely replicate it without significant difficulty.
Accurate information on the origin of these weapons in Syria is not available. However, Ukrainian ideas and developments appear to be actively adopted in other countries. Similar cases may emerge over time, adapted to local requirements, such as anti-drone protection for CAESAR howitzers.
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