Ukrainian Leopard 2A4 tanks decimate Russian armoured column

From the video footage and the accompanying description on social media, it is clear that it was a Leopard 2A4 belonging to the Ukrainian 33rd Mechanised Brigade. Facing an enemy with a significant numerical advantage, the Ukrainian tank crew utilised their equipment effectively and made strategic use of the terrain and nearby buildings for cover.

"The crew of the Ukrainian Leopard 2A4 tank destroyed the Russian armoured column. The enemy column was advancing along a dirt road near a forest strip when the Leopard's gunfire hit it. Our tank effectively manoeuvred and conducted direct fire from the cover provided by houses in the village that the enemy was trying to breach," the Ukrainians reported.

The Russians were caught in an ambush and entirely taken by surprise. Consequently, their vehicles were eliminated in succession, with some struck multiple times.

Leopard 2A4s, produced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, are among the most numerous NATO tanks in the Ukrainian army.

Despite certain limitations and being outclassed by newer designs, the Leopard 2A4s perform admirably in Ukraine, where even older Soviet-era tanks are still prevalent on the battlefield. Many Ukrainian soldiers, including tank operators from the 155th Mechanised Brigade, have already commended them.

German designers equipped these tanks with the Rheinmetall 120 mm smoothbore gun L/44. Additionally, the Leopard 2A4 tanks feature the EMES 15 fire control system with thermal imaging, ensuring that they remain effective and outperform most Soviet-era tanks in offensive capabilities.

The auxiliary armament of these German tanks includes 7.62 mm machine guns and smoke grenade launchers. Powered by engines with 1500 horsepower, the Leopard 2A4s can reach a top speed of approximately 43 mph.