M1A1 Abrams Tanks Arrive in Ukraine
The Albanese Government continues its steadfast support for Ukraine, with the transfer of the first tranche of Australian-gifted M1A1 Abrams tanks to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In response to a request from the Government of Ukraine, Australia is providing 49 Abrams tanks to help bolster its fight against Russia’s illegal and immoral invasion.
Ukraine has now taken possession of the majority of these tanks, with delivery of the final tranche to occur in the coming months.
The Abrams tanks will add to the mobility and firepower of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, and complement other partners’ support for Ukraine’s armoured brigades.
This support package, valued at approximately $245 million, is part of the $1.5 billion in assistance Australia has committed to Ukraine since the start of this conflict.
In August, Australia will deploy a Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft to Europe to help protect a vital international gateway for assistance to Ukraine.
The Australian Defence Force also continues to contribute to multinational efforts to train Ukrainian military personnel under Operation Kudu.
Quotes attributable to Deputy Prime Minister, Richard Marles:
“The M1A1 Abrams tanks will make a significant contribution to Ukraine’s ongoing fight against Russia’s illegal and immoral invasion.
“I was pleased to meet the Australian Army personnel who helped facilitate the delivery of these tanks from Australia to Ukraine.
“Australia remains steadfast in our support for Ukraine and seeing a just and lasting peace.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy:
“Australia stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Ukraine.
“These modified M1A1 Abrams tanks will deliver more firepower and more mobility to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
“They meet a direct request from the Ukrainian Government and form part of Australia’s unwavering commitment to protect the global rules-based order.”
https://www.minister.defence.gov.au/media-releases/2025-07-19/m1a1-abrams-tanks-delivered-ukraine