The Ukrainian Special Operations Forces (SSO) have announced a successful strike against a Russian T-90 tank during operations in the Donetsk region. Using FPV drone technology, SSO operators from the 3rd regiment targeted and immobilized the armored vehicle, reportedly wounding the tank’s commander and gunner in the process. The attack was part of ongoing reconnaissance and engagement efforts in the contested area.
A video released by the Special Ops captured the attack, showing the tank initially in action before being struck by the drone. Following the hit, the tank emitted a thick plume of smoke and eventually halted. Subsequent footage showed Russian military personnel approaching the immobilized tank, likely to assist the wounded crew.
russian T-90 tank was damaged by Ukrainian SOF drone operators. pic.twitter.com/qozCFaxdZg
— SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES OF UKRAINE (@SOF_UKR) April 16, 2024
Verification of the video, including the precise timing and location of the strike, remains unconfirmed due to the video quality and visual obstructions caused by fire and smoke. However, a Ukrainian aerial scout confirmed the vehicle as a T-90, though the specific variant could not be determined.
