The Folly of the Russian “Tire Shield”: Questionable Efficacy and a Blow to Military Prestige
Explore the ineffectiveness of Russia’s unorthodox defense measure of covering aircraft with car tires against drone strikes, and how it tarnishes their global military image.
Introduction
In an eyebrow-raising move, Russian military forces have resorted to covering their Tu-95 strategic bombers with car tires. Although the exact rationale behind this maneuver is unclear, it is widely speculated to be an improvised measure against Ukrainian drone strikes. While some experts concede that the tactic might offer minimal protection, its overall ineffectiveness and the embarrassing optics it presents for a leading global military force are undeniable.
