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Old 27th Apr 2022, 09:21
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Originally Posted by ORAC

Without an assured supply chain to manufacture more, the Russians are having to retain a large proportion of the stockpile, which would restrict their ability to strike Ukraine in the coming months. But here the Russian military industries face a problem, for Russia’s latest weapons are heavily dependent upon critical specialist components manufactured abroad.“….

Almost all of Russia’s modern military hardware is dependent upon complex electronics imported from the US, the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Japan, Israel, China and further afield.“…

"Many components are dual-use...Russia has established mechanisms for laundering these through third countries. Restricting access...likely means preventing export to countries such as India of goods that are in some instances used for civilian purposes." …
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This shows how much, their Tigr IMV relies on a Bosch unit for the engine, now although its built in China, one wonders if they will be able to source items direct from China or is the software added post delivery tailored to a specific vehicle.

https://twitter.com/Osinttechnical/status/1518074336271376385


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