Using tanks in modern warfare situations. Aren’t they sitting ducks if the opposition is equipped with anti-tank weapons? What are tanks good for in modern combat?

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Using tanks in modern warfare situations. Aren’t they sitting ducks if the opposition is equipped with anti-tank weapons? What are tanks good for in modern combat?

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If combined arms tactics is executed correctly, there should be an infantry element supporting and protecting the Tanks from AT weapons. There is a point where defending against AT weapons is somewhat useless, such as when it has already been fired. Tanks are a very important presence on the battlefield, and can cause devastation to the enemy if used correctly. In Ukraine (I assume you’re asking this question because of this conflict), the Russians are not using any infantry that is close enough to the tank to directly support it. Pair that with an unwillingness to fight, and you have a very bad mixture. Like all things regarding to modern combat, there is a support element for almost anything. Tanks need support, jets need support, airborne troops need air superiority to drop, etc, etc. Thank you for coming to my TedTalk.