Armor is nearly depleted: Russian Armed Forces increasingly rely on "Ladas" for assaults, according to media reports.

Due to a shortage of armored vehicles, Russian occupiers have increasingly started to attack using "Ladas." Videos from the front indicate that these vehicles are marked with special symbols and even reinforced with anti-drone grids. This was reported on February 4 by The Telegraph.

When manufacturers like Mercedes and Volkswagen exited Russia, President Vladimir Putin instructed businessmen and officials to switch to "Ladas." Now, as the publication suggests, similar orders have likely been issued to military personnel as well.

Analysts at Oryx estimate that since the onset of the full-scale war, the Russian Armed Forces have lost over 15,000 units of armored and heavy combat vehicles. It is noted that the country's industry has yet to replace the annual losses (6,000 combat vehicles). The enemy has managed to compensate for losses by reactivating outdated equipment, the condition of which can only be speculated upon.

It is likely that the increase in assaults using "Ladas" indicates that reserves in Russia are running low. This vehicle is inferior to real military equipment, as its steel body can be penetrated even by rifles and machine guns. Despite advances on the front, a shortage of combat resources is expected to push Putin towards ending hostilities.

Recall that Forbes reported that due to losses in armored vehicles, Russian occupiers have started switching to horses. The publication noted that Russia produces approximately 200 BMP-3s and 90 T-90M tanks annually, which is insufficient to cover the losses.

On February 5, ISW informed that some regions of the Russian Federation are unable to meet their monthly conscription quotas, as Russians are reluctant to volunteer for the front lines.