Losses of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation
Since the start of the war, which began on February 24, 2022, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation have suffered significant combat losses, amounting to approximately 1,218,940 individuals. These figures are current as of January 11, 2026, and indicate a continuous increase in personnel losses.
In addition to large losses in personnel, the Russian Armed Forces have also lost a significant amount of equipment. In particular, the following have been destroyed:
- 11,541 tanks
- 23,885 armored fighting vehicles
- 35,952 artillery systems
- 1,598 multiple launch rocket systems
- 1,269 anti-aircraft systems
- 434 aircraft
- 347 helicopters
- 104,068 tactical-level unmanned aerial vehicles
- 4,155 cruise missiles
- 28 ships and boats
- 2 submarines
- 73,644 automotive vehicles and tankers
- 4,039 special-purpose equipment
The data is subject to clarification.
Impact of losses on military situation
Significant losses of Russian troops indicate a complex military situation and challenges faced by the country in conducting the war. These figures confirm not only the scale of hostilities but also the potential economic and social consequences for Russia in the context of a prolonged conflict.
Given the existing losses, further steps by Russia in this war may be significantly limited, which may impact its strategic plans and diplomatic relations with other states.