That was before any specialized anti-tank weapons existed. In truth, there’s always been a dynamic arms race between tank protection and anti-tank warfare. Moreover, soon, all significant combatants (save Japan) began fielding more heavily armored tanks that rendered early-war anti-tank weapons obsolete. In theory, once local anti-tank forces are overwhelmed at the front, rear area units struggle to concentrate the specialized firepower needed to halt an armored advance. Disruption: the tank and the droneThe early phases of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine saw emphasis placed on anti-tank missiles.

Source: Forbes March 15, 2024 10:50 UTC