Total combat losses of the Russian Federation during the war: over 1.2 million personnel and tens of thousands of units of equipment

Combat Losses of the Russian Federation

According to Кабмін: The total combat losses of the Russian Federation from February 24, 2022, to January 7, 2026, exceed 1.2 million personnel, indicating significant losses in human resources. During this time, estimated combat losses of personnel have been recorded at approximately 1,214,500 individuals.

Equipment Losses

In addition to personnel losses, the Russian army has also suffered substantial losses in equipment. Tank losses amount to 11,515 units, while infantry fighting vehicles number 23,865 units. Artillery systems have lost 35,857 units, while losses of multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) have reached 1,595 units.

• Aircraft: 434
• Helicopters: 347
• Unmanned aerial vehicles: 101,849
• Cruise missiles: 4,137
• Ships and boats: 28
• Submarines: 2
• Vehicles and tankers: 73,224
• Special equipment: 4,037

Significant combat losses of the Russian Federation indicate serious challenges faced by its army in the context of a prolonged conflict situation. The loss of such a volume of personnel and equipment may impact the operational capability of military forces, as well as the internal politics of the country. This data may be crucial for understanding strategic changes in the region and for the international community when assessing Russia's further actions in a military context.