--- title: "Ukraine is getting these 3 armored fighting vehicles from the US, France and Germany" description: "Just a few days into 2023, the United States, France and Germany announced that they would send Ukraine armored fighting vehicles." date: "2023-01-09" modified: "2023-01-09" authors: - name: "Miguel Ortiz" job_title: "Senior Contributor, Army Veteran" link: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/authors/miguelortiz/" url: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-tactical/ukraine-armored-fighting-vehicles/" categories: - "Military News" - "Tactical" - "Vehicles" tags: - "Russia" - "Ukraine" - "Weapons" --- # Ukraine is getting these 3 armored fighting vehicles from the US, France and Germany ![ukraine armored fighting vehicles]() *(U.S. Army/Spc. Randis Monroe)* As the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine nears its 1-year anniversary, fighting in the region continues. Nations around the world have shown their support for Ukraine by sending [armored personnel carriers](), [anti-]()[tank]()[ missiles](), and even [rocket]()[ artillery](). Notably, Germany reversed its policy of not providing heavy weapons and sent [anti-aircraft ]()[guns]() and [artillery]() to Ukraine. Just a few days into 2023, the United States, France, and Germany announced that they would send armored fighting vehicles to Ukraine. Here are the 3 armored fighting vehicles Ukraine is getting from the US, France, and Germany ## 1. AMX-10 RC ![AMX-10]() **The AMX-10 RC is often used for high-risk reconnaissance missions (French Army)** On January 4, 2023, French President [Emmanuel Macron]() announced that France will send AMX-10 RCs to Ukraine. The six-wheeled vehicle can be classified as a wheeled tank destroyer or a light tank. Its mobility makes the AMX-10 RC an ideal armored reconnaissance vehicle. Armed with a 105mm main gun, the AMX-10 RC can pack a punch. Secondary armament includes a co-axial 7.62mm machine gun and an optional .50-caliber machine gun. The vehicle has deployed to Kuwait, Mali, Kosovo and Afghanistan. ## 2. Schützenpanzer Marder 1 ![marder ukraine armored fighting vehicles]() **A Marder fires a MILAN missile (U.S. Army)** On January 5, 2023, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that 40 Marder Infantry Fighting Vehicles will be sent to Ukraine. The vehicles are scheduled to be ready in the first quarter of 2023. Germany will also train Ukrainian troops on the operation and employment of the Marder. It is armed with a 20mm auto cannon and can also be equipped with MILAN anti-tank guided missiles. Designed to support mechanized infantry, the Marder also features a troop compartment to transport soldiers across the battlefield. Outside of Germany, the Marder is operated by Chile, Indonesia, Jordan, and Greece. ## 3. M2 Bradley ![bradley ukraine armored fighting vehicles]() **The Bradley has been in service since 1981 (U.S. Army)** The Bradley is one of the iconic [Big Five systems]() that proved their worth during Operation Desert Storm. Designed to work in tandem with the M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank, the Bradley IFV is armed with a 25mm chain gun and two TOW anti-tank missile launchers. Like the Marder, it can carry troops and support mechanized infantry. About 50 Bradleys will be sent to Ukraine as part of a U.S. weapons package to Ukraine worth roughly $2.8 billion. This makes Ukraine the fifth operator of the Bradley after the United States, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Croatia. ## Don’t Miss the Best of Mighty Weapons We Are The Mighty is a celebration of military service, with a mission to entertain, inform, and inspire those who serve and those who support them. We are made by and for current service members, veterans, spouses, family members, and civilians who want to be part of this community. Keep up with the best in military culture and entertainment: [subscribe to the We Are The Mighty newsletter](). - [These are the worst weapons an army could buy]() - [Sig Sauer’s P320 banned by Chicago Police Department and other law enforcement agencies]() - [You have to see this Flintlock Machine Gun from the 1700s]() ## Author Miguel Ortiz is a Senior Contributor for We Are The Mighty covering primarily military news and history with an emphasis on weapons technology. He is a former active duty Army officer and remains a member of the Army IRR. After commissioning through San Diego State University Army ROTC, Miguel served with the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum, NY. He has written for We Are The Mighty since 2020, drawing from his passion for the military community and history. Miguel’s work has also been seen on Business Insider and The Blast. He remains an avid shooter, competing in local USPSA matches. Miguel’s other hobbies are traveling and watch collecting. ### Author social links [LinkedIn]()